Dahlonega is the seat of Lumpkin County, Georgia. The city was established as a result of the Georgia Gold Rush in 1828, and became the site of a United States Mint branch between 1838 and 1861, when control passed to the Confederate Treasury Department. Today, the region features several vineyards and wineries.
Recommended Resources
General information about the city is offered on its official site, as well as details about city services, and accesss to various applications, forms, and other resources. Meeting schedules are also presented here.
http://www.cityofdahlonega.com/
Dahlonega Convention and Visitors Bureau
Charged with the responsibility for promoting tourism and business travel to the city, The Bureau offers information about the area's Chamber of Commerce and Dahlonega weather, as well as a directory of local events and activities, lodging facilities, dining establishments, shopping places and other businesses and services.
http://www.dahlonega.org/
Promoting a bed and breakfast lodge situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Dahlonega, Georgia, a profile of the lodge is presented, its location, rooms, rates, and policies.
http://www.lilycreeklodge.com/
North Georgia College and State University
Located in Dahlonega, NGCSU is the state's second-oldest university. An overview of the university is presented, as well as details about its admissions policies and procedures, academic and athletic programs, continuing education, campus events, and other information.
http://www.northgeorgia.edu/
Constructed in 1895, the history of this guest house is related here. Located in Dahlonega, the property and rooms are described, as well as the dining facilities, shopping, and local events and activities.
http://www.smithhouse.com/
