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"We have made a selection for a new prison, five miles from this place, (Millen) on the Augusta Railroad." Captain D.W. Vowles and W.S. Winder (1864)

Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 (10 AM to 11 AM)
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 (10 AM to 11 AM)
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 (10 AM to 11 AM)

Gather at Camp Lawton History Center for a hike to Camp Lawton’s 160 year old earthen fort. Along the way we will discover more about this 1864 Civil War prisoner of war camp built to hold 40,000 prisoners. Admission to the History Center is included. Registration is required in advance.

Ages 3 and under free
Admission: $5
Parking fee: $5
Event Phone: 478-982-1660

Location
Magnolia Springs State Park
1053 Magnolia Springs Drive
Millen, GA 30442

Directions

GPS Coordinates:

N 32.873333 | W -081.961633
Located 5 miles north of Millen on U.S. Highway 25.


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Magnolia Springs State Park
1053 Magnolia Springs Drive
Millen, GA 30442 View Details


  32.873333
Magnolia Springs State Park