Distinctive Resources

THE FLANNERY O'CONNOR COLLECTION
	The Ina Dillard Russell Library established the Flannery O'Connor Collection in 1946, when her first story was published. Additional manuscripts were given to the library by Regina Cline O'Connor in 1970. The collection has been enhanced since then and is accessible for scholarly research. Find out more.
THE OLD GOVERNOR'S MANSION
Considered one of the finest examples of High Greek Revival architecture in the nation, the mansion is located on the GC campus and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1973. It was restored from 2001-2005 following extensive historical and structural research, and is open for tours. Visit the Web site.
THE PAUL D. COVERDELL PAPERS
	In the fall of 1996, U.S. Senator Paul Coverdell donated his Peace Corps papers to the Ina Dillard Russell Library. In June of 1999, impressed with the GC mission, he officially donated his United States Senate papers to the library.
MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
This museum opened in 2004 and boasts one of the largest fossil vertebrate collections in the Southeast. More information.
PLANETARIUM
	Located next to the Natural History Museum in Herty Hall, the planetarium is used for astronomy labs and enables GC students to carry out real astronomical observations on a simulated but realistic sky. The Planetarium highlights space telescope observations and is available as a field trip experience for local school children. Visit the website.
GC MUSEUM
The GC Museum galleries offer faculty, students, staff and the middle Georgia community opportunities for exploration of interdisciplinary topics. It is also home to the Flannery O'Connor Room, a permanent exhibit honoring her life and career. The Museum has a fully equipped Education Room available for special occasions, lectures and programs and functions as the official Welcome Center for prospective students and their families, as well as other visitors. Visit the museum home page.
MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
	Georgia College purchased the Lucy Underwood House, which was designed by prominent Atlanta architect Philip Schutze, and converted it into a freestanding arts gallery. News release available. Hours are currently determined by asking art students to gallery sit via, interns, practicum, and volunteers. Contact the Art Department for further information at (478) 445-4572.
CAMPUS THEATRE
The college purchased the art deco theatre adjacent to the campus for renovation as a performance space and bookstore for both the college and the community. Campus Theatre earns award.