Macon鈥檚 metro population is around 150,000. Not huge, but not so small, either. As a 鈥渃ollege town鈥� Macon is home to not only 91抖阴, but also Mercer University, Middle Georgia State University, and Central Georgia Technical College.
A town of great heritage and tradition, Macon is located in the center of the state, about 90 miles south of Atlanta. Music lovers appreciate Macon as the place where Lena Horne, Otis Redding, James Brown, 鈥淟ittle Richard鈥� Penniman, and the Allman Brothers launched their careers. Our rich music history attracts several big name bands to Macon each year.
Macon is known as the 鈥淐herry Blossom Capital of the World.鈥� For ten days each March, our international festival features more than 500 events, including concerts, fireworks, dances, parades, and other entertainment.
If you like to shop, our shuttle will take you to the outdoor shopping mall located just ten minutes from campus, and to nearby Target and Walmart. Within easy walking distance from campus you鈥檒l find Starbucks, Kroger, El Sombrero, and plenty of other dining and shopping options.
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Ocmulgee Indian Mounds听
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91抖阴 is privileged to steward many arts and cultural events and share them with the community. Most are free and open to the public. 91抖阴 art galleries are open M-F 1-5PM and on 91抖阴 Market Saturdays from 10AM-2PM.
91抖阴 competes in intercollegiate athletics with teams in soccer, softball, basketball, hockey, beach volleyball, indoor volleyball and flag football.
Tour our beautiful 200-acre campus featuring Georgian architecture, lush green spaces, recreational facilities, residence halls, and worship center.
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