Lunch + Learn: How Geology Made Cartersville
Cartersville is a rock lover’s paradise, with nearly every rock type in Georgia found within 20 miles!
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The area’s rich geological history spans over 500 million years, from ancient sedimentary rocks to the 1.1 billion year-old metagranite, one of the oldest rocks in Georgia.
Strategically located at the bend of the Great Valley, Cartersville was once a key passage for the builders of Etowah Mounds and later became a vital route for the Western & Atlantic Railroad and today’s highways. Beyond its history, the region is packed with natural resources, including iron, manganese, barite, and ochre.
STAY + EXPLORE!
Get ready to unleash your creativity and paint with minerals! Make your own paint using colorful ochre and then use it to create a piece of art.
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Organization:
Tellus Science MuseumLocation:
100 Tellus Dr.
Cartersville, GA, 30120United States
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Phone:
770-606-5700Contact name:
Wendy Hayes
Email address:
Dates:
05/21/2025
Time:
12: 15 PM
Ages
All AgesWeb Service