ATTRACTIONS

Amusements

• Dukes Creek Gold and Ruby Mines
  6145 Highway 75 South • Sautee-Nacoochee, GA 30571
  706-878-2625
  Visitors can pan for gold and screen for such gems as rubies, sapphires and emeralds at this mine that was the site of the first major discovery of gold in the United States. Before you leave, be sure to stop by the one-of-a-king gift shop that features Indian pottery, sterling silver jewelry, artifacts, gems, prehistoric fossils, and more. more...  map

Historic Sites & Monuments

• Sautee-Nacoochee Indian Mound
  Located at Intersection of Highways 17 and 75
  706-878-2181
  Thought to have originally been built by the mysterious and ancient Moundbuilders culture, this mound later served as the center of the ancient Cherokee town of Gauxule, which is said, in legend, to have been visited by the Spanish explorer De Soto in 1540 during his quest for gold. This mound, which is 190 feet long, 150 feet wide, and 20 feet tall, was the site of the Gauxule's Town House, where a perpetual flame burned and where ceremonial dances and other rituals were performed.

Museums & Galleries

• Center Gallery, The
  283 Highway 255 North • Sautee-Nacoochee, GA 30571
  706-878-3300
  This gallery showcases works of art by local artists, as well as from those from around the state, and has changing exhibits throughout the year. more...

• History Museum of Sautee Nacoochee
  283 Highway 255 • Sautee-Nacoochee, GA 30571
  706-878-3300
  Exhibits and artifacts which display and depict the history of this amazing town are displayed at this museum that features changing exhibits throughout the year. more...  map

• Sautee Nacoochee Center
  P.O. Box 460 • Sautee-Nacoochee, GA 30571
  Located on Highway 255 North
  706-878-3300
  A thriving arts and community arts and community center that is located in a beautifully restored, turn-of-the-century rural schoolhouse and includes an art studio, a gallery, a theatre, a museum, an enviromental studies room, and conference facilities. more...

Tours & Cruises

• Emily Anthony Tours
  132 Covered Bridge Road • Sautee-Nacoochee, GA 30571
  706-878-2940
  An informative, step-on guide tour company that offers wonderful tours of Alpine Helen and Sautee-Nacoochee where you will see interesting sites and places, learn the area's history, and hear behind-the-scenes anecdotes that will make your visit special. Custom tours are available.  map