While Lawrenceville is the oldest city in Metro Atlanta, for many years it was a sleepy suburban Southern town. With the growth and development of the metro area, much of historic downtown Lawrenceville was renovated at the turn of the century.
Mark your calendars for July 26 for Evening of the Arts! Dive into a display of creativity, enjoy live performances, engage in interactive workshops, and honor the incredible talents within our community.
On May 24, 1961 19-year-old Jean Thompson boarded a Trailways bus in Montgomery, Alabama, with 11 other young Freedom Riders bound for New Orleans– and history.