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The Abandonment of Camp Lawton

Saturday, Nov 7, 2026 (4:30 PM to 6:30 PM)

Join us for a lantern walking tour to Camp Lawton's Confederate earthworks where guards stood watch over more than 10,000 Civil War Prisoners. Sherman's March to the Sea prompted a swift evacuation of the world's largest prison by November 22,1864 after only six weeks of operation.

Oil lanterns will be available for ages 10 and up to carry. Please wear closed toed shoes. Registration and payment are required by 4:30 at the Visitor Center. Visit Camp Lawton History Center 4:30-5:30 pm. Lantern Tour to Earthworks will be 5:30-6:30 pm.
Admission: $15
Parking fee required
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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