Trail Commemorates 80th Anniversary of VE Day

March 12, 2025 – The Georgia WWII Heritage Trail will commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day with special events and programs hosted by its partner museums and historic sites. VE Day, observed on May 8, marks the formal surrender of Nazi...

Explore Georgia Spotlights The Trail

March 6, 2025 – n the March edition of the Explore Georgia’s Free Electronic Newsletter, the Georgia WWII Heritage Trail is in the “Partner Spotlight”.  If you are not signed up for this free newsletter, go to https://exploregeorgia.org/free-newsletter . Last...

National Infantry Museum Wins USA Today’s Best Free Museum

The National Infantry Museum has been named the ‘Best Free Museum’ for the 7th consecutive year by USA Today’s “10 Best Readers’ Choice Award”.   A founding partner of the Georgia WWII Heritage Trail, the museum showcases the history of the U.S. Army Infantry from the...

Douglas to Host Annual Wings & Things, Warbird Rides

February 16, 2025 – Visit Douglas-Coffee County GA and the Douglas Municipal Airport will host the 3rd Annual WINGS & THINGS Festival and Fly-in on March 22nd, 9am-4pm.  The event will feature warbirds, antique military vehicles, food trucks, vendors, kids area,...