Georgia Added Four Properties to Historic Register
The state officially recognized four significant landmarks for their cultural and educational importance.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in National Parks
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The Georgia Department of Community Affairs announced that four new state properties were added to the National Register of Historic Places between July and August 2026. This move increases the total number of Georgia landmarks on the federal register to 2,205.
Why it matters
National Register designation helps promote historic preservation and public appreciation for sites with significant cultural, economic, and educational impact across the state. Property owners pursue this status to ensure the long-term protection of these historical resources.
The four new additions include the 101-acre South-View Cemetery with 80,000 graves, the 1954 F.W. Woolworth Co. Store, and the 1948 R.M. Moore Elementary School. These sites join 2,205 existing Georgia locations currently recognized on the National Register.
The players
Georgia Department of Community Affairs
This state agency oversees community development programs and administers historic preservation efforts across Georgia.
Atlanta Preservation Center
This non-profit organization works to promote the preservation of historically significant buildings and neighborhoods in the Atlanta area.
The details
The additions were finalized over several weeks, with the Atlanta Preservation Center sponsoring the nomination of the South-View Cemetery in Fulton County. Each property was selected to highlight Georgia's diverse history, ranging from mid-century commercial architecture to historic religious and educational facilities.
Timeline
July 8: South-View Cemetery and New Ford Baptist Church were added.
July 17: F.W. Woolworth Co. Store was added.
August 3: R.M. Moore Elementary School was added.
October 1, 2026: The Department of Community Affairs announced the additions.
Travel Outlook
The registration of these four sites follows the established federal framework set by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 for cataloging and protecting cultural assets. These additions contribute to a broader statewide trend of documenting diverse historical resources to support heritage tourism.
Residents and tourists can now incorporate these newly recognized landmarks into their travel itineraries to support local historic preservation. Visitors should check individual site guidelines, as some properties such as cemeteries or schools may have specific access hours or rules.
The takeaway
Historic registration provides a formal mechanism for communities to protect sites of local significance from future development threats. These designations serve as a reminder that architectural and social history is preserved through active community advocacy and formal documentation.
Further reading
Learn more about the state's protected heritage sites by visiting the National Parks section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FOX 5 Atlanta.
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