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It's Time to Stop, Shop, Stay, & Play in Perry! |
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You’ll find an ample supply of southern hospitality and charm in Perry, Georgia. From the unique, quaint shops of the downtown district to the hustle and bustle of the state-of-the-art Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter, visitors are sure to find what they are looking for. Perry is known as the “Crossroads of Georgia” because of its advantageous location just off Interstate 75, approximately 25 miles south of Macon. Nestled in the heart of Georgia, Perry is strategically located where three major state and federal highways intersect and the Golden Isles Parkway begins.
Founded in 1821 through a treaty with the Creek Indians, Houston (pronounced “Howston”) County extended from the Ocmulgee River on the eastern boundary to the Flint River on the western boundary. Perry was incorporated in 1824, taking its name from Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, who was known for his triumph at Lake Erie in the War of 1812. Located on Big Indian Creek, settlers flocked to Perry, originally called “Wattsville”, from the beginning to take advantage of the fertile soil and favorable climate. Today, travelers continue to make Perry one of their favorite destinations to stop, shop, stay and play. |
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- Georgia National Fair (held 10 days in October. Award winning, Top 50 Fair)
- New Perry Hotel – National Historic Site (favorite stop for travelers since the 1920’s)
- Hometown of Retired Senator Sam Nunn & the Sam Nunn Museum
- Henderson Village Country Resort
- Dogwood Festival (annual event in April)
- Mossy Creek Barnyard Festival (held twice a year in April and October)
- Georgia’s Longest Yard Sale & Golden Isles Parkway
- Georgia showcases Agribusiness at the Georgia National Fairgrounds
- RV rally capital of the world – Home of the Bi-annual Family Motor Coach Association Rally
- Historic Perry Walking/Driving Tour featuring over 50 historic locations in Perry
- Southern Cuisine at its best
- Georgia Antique’s Trail
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Perry Advertising and Promotions |
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Retire in Georgia Magazine
PERRY NAMED ONE OF THE TOP 10 PLACES TO RETIRE IN GEORGIA IN 2008
A free publication, published twice a year, this magazine targets active, affluent adults in the 45+ years of age market and provide them with detailed financial, quality of life, and places-to-live information for each of the 159 counties in Georgia. 60% of the magazines are distributed outside the state of Georgia.
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Georgia Travel Guide
A free publication, published annually, this magazine is the premier guide to tourism in the state of Georgia. This publication can be found in state welcome centers, news stands, and requested via www.exploregeorgia.org. |
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AAA Going Places Magazine
A lifestyle-focused magazine written and distributed exclusively for AAA members. Every issue of AAA Going Places includes information on the latest travel trends and opportunities, automotive and consumer tips, legislative updates and other member-focused editorial.
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Convention Forum Magazine
Targeted to meeting and convention planners
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Society of American Travel Writers Directory
The directory gives targeted access to travel professionals, writers, and other industry professionals. It is used extensively by our members to stay informed of association information and is used as guide for products and services |
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Where Georgia Magazine
A free publication, published twice a year, this magazine features state-wide arts, culture, attractions, events, festivals, sports, recreation, and more. Where Georgia is distributed throughout the state welcome centers and other tourist locations.
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Historic Heartland Travel Guide
Distributed as a fulfillment piece to over 20,000 readers responses received annually from advertising placed in Oprah Magazine, AAA Home & Away, Southern Living, Woman’s Day, Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel, and Southeast Tourism Spring Travel Insert. Also available through the state in welcome centers and distributed at travel shows. |
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Georgia Society of Associates and Executives Magazine
Targeted to meeting and convention planners
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What’s New
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- Georgia National Fair has record attendance in 2006 (431,000 people attended the 10 day event)
- State Park being developed near I-75 in south Perry – anticipated completion 2009
- New Perry Hotel named National Historic Site in 2004
- Big Indian Creek development project
- Peaches to the Beaches Antiques and Yard Sale
- Houston Springs: A premier active adult resort community located on 494 acres in Perry
- Shopping & Dining in Historic Downtown Perry
- Evergreen Cemetery historical reenactment – written and performed by Perry High School drama club.
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February
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Georgia National Rodeo |
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Peaches to the Beaches Antiques and Yard Sale - Second Weekend in March |
| April |
Dogwood Festival
Mossy Creek Festival
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| October |
Georgia National Fair
Mossy Creek Festival |
| November |
Best of Downtown Perry |
| December |
Christmas at the Crossroads |
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Media Services
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- Fact-checking and background information for articles
- Assists writers and suggests a wide array of story ideas
- Coordinate press trips for representatives of the media
- Offer a current listing of upcoming events
- Provides high resolution images upon request
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| Media Contact: |
Perry Area Convention and Visitors Bureau
Sheila Averett Jones, Executive Director |
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478-988-8000 |
| Fax: |
478-988-8005 |
| Email: |
info@perryga.com |
| Website: |
www.perryga.com |
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