Columbus, city and seat of Muscogee County, western Georgia, a port at the head of the Chattahoochee River, opposite Phenix City, Alabama. Columbus is a regional transportation, trade, cultural, and manufacturing hub. Its many textile, food-processing, and metalworking industries are powered by hydroelectric plants on the Chattahoochee River. Located here are Fort Benning, a large United States Army infantry post, and Columbus College (1958). Columbus has a symphony
orchestra, a Confederate naval museum, and numerous antebellum houses.
orchestra, a Confederate naval museum, and numerous antebellum houses.
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Pearl Market
From 10/2/2025 - 12/30/2027
The iconic Gay Street District has been home to the Pearl Market since 1991, serving as a neighborhood fixture for over three decades. The market offers a variety of items, including farm-fresh produce, artisanal baked goods, and unique gifts for the home.
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Cleveland, Ohio is a city with grit, pride, and a surprising amount of charm. Perched along the southern shore of Lake Erie, it blends industrial roots with a strong cultural identity. One of its most iconic attractions is the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, where visitors can view everything from Prince’s custom guitars to handwritten lyrics by The Beatles. The museum brings history to life through rotating exhibits, film screenings, and live performances on the lakefront plaza.
