May 23, 2024
Salute To Black Music Month At NBWSM
Get your groove on in the Heritage Area at the New Black Wall Street Market (NBWSM) in Stonecrest! This Salute to Black Music Month on June 1 from 2-5pm will...
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May 13, 2024
Arabia Mountain History Hike
Join us for an exciting journey through time and heritage in our two-part History Hike Series! Part 1 uncovers the stories of the meadows and homestead ruins which occupy the...
Apr 4, 2024
Panloa Mountain’s Surprising History Of Moonshining
Before it was a State Park and National Natural Landmark, some locals used the remoteness of Panola Mountain to make moonshine. Panola Mountain State Park is known for its pristine...
Feb 29, 2024
People Protect Places—Leave No Trace
With warmer weather, it’s important to remember the delicateness of the Heritage Area’s environments, and how its on visitors to help protect Arabia Mountain and beyond. Did you know that...
Feb 29, 2024
The Inaugural Bruce Street School Brunch Gala In Photos
The Bruce Street School Brunch Gala sold 75 tickets and raised nearly $7,500 for the historic schoolhouse’s revitalization. Preservation never looked so good! On the morning of February 17,...
Feb 2, 2024
Black History—Frances Branham, Dedicated Bruce Street School Teacher
Local histories abound with larger-than-life figures and fascinating tales. Enjoy this personal testimony about Frances Branham who taught at Bruce Street School for years. The Living Past The...
Feb 2, 2024
Book Reading And Signing With DeKalb County CEO Michael Thurmond
Please join the Arabia Alliance on Tuesday, March 5 at 10am at the historic Lithonia Woman’s Club for a reading by Michael L. Thurmond from his new book: James Oglethorpe,...
Feb 1, 2024
RESCHEDULED Horace King Bridge Builder – History Walk and Sign Dedication
Due to rain, this event has been rescheduled to Tuesday, March 12! Horace King was a master bridge builder and Freeman in the Antebellum South. Meet us at Murphy-Candler Trailhead...
Jan 30, 2024
Lovin’ On Bruce Street School – Volunteer Clean Up
Help us continue the clean up at the Bruce Street School Ruins. We invite you on this Valentine’s Day to Love a little on Bruce Street! Join the Arabia Mountain...
Jan 30, 2024
Volunteer Habitat Restoration Workday At Lyon Farm
Join us for a habitat restoration workday at Lyon Farm. Connect with Birds Georgia staff to learn the importance of native plants and habitats for birds and other wildlife. Birds...
Jan 30, 2024
Volunteer Habitat Restoration Workday At Lyon Farm
Join us for a habitat restoration workday at Lyon Farm. Connect with Birds Georgia staff to learn the importance of native plants and habitats for birds and other wildlife. Birds...
Jan 3, 2024
Local Histories: Ada Anderson, Beloved Cook At Bruce Street School
Ada Anderson’s name may not appear in history books but she fed a generation of Lithonia school children and inspired many more with her recipes and generosity. Many history books...