We went to Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site. After seeing the exhibits and Dr. King's boyhood home, we attended service at the Ebenezer Baptist Church where he had served as pastor. The original church is no longer used and the congregation meets in a new larger church across the street at the King Center. They had a tribute to Nelson Mandela. Natosha Reid Rice delivered the sermon. The Men's Choir and visiting Bahamian group, Legends Marching Band, provided music. Needless to say it was good. And I must say that I have never been in any group which made everyone feel so welcome.
Mural outside Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site
Martin Luther King was born in this house in 1929
At the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum I enjoyed talking to the lady who sold tickets. She sees Jimmy often. She told us that he gives a great Christmas for all the employees. A dream job which she loves.
So much to see; so little time.
There is much more in Atlanta than I can every describe. I could have spent days and days there. Next time I want to see the Margaret Mitchell House and Museum. For more about Atlanta, see Wikipedia Atlanta. and City of Atlanta's Visitor Page. By mid-afternoon we were back on the local roads savoring the gentle landscape of the American South.
On the road from Atlanta to South Carolina
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