The Tree That Owns Itself, Athens

Name: The Tree That Owns Itself
Address: S Finley St., Athens, 30605, United States

#12 among attractions in Athens

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Facts and practical information

The Tree That Owns Itself is a white oak tree that, according to legend, has legal ownership of itself and of all land within eight feet of its base. Also known as the Jackson Oak, the tree is at the corner of South Finley and Dearing Streets in Athens, Georgia, US. The original tree, thought to have started life between the mid-16th and late 18th century, fell in 1942, but a new tree was grown from one of its acorns and planted in the same location. The current tree is sometimes referred to as the Son of the Tree That Owns Itself. Both trees have appeared in numerous national publications, and the site is a local landmark. ()

Alternative names: Elevation: 725 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 33°57'18"N, 83°22'57"W

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S Finley St.Rock SpringsAthens 30605 United States

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Day trips

The Tree That Owns Itself – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: 40 Watt Club, Sanford Stadium, Georgia Theatre, The Classic Center.

~1380 ftNE
Dancing, Nightlife
40 Watt Club, Athens
7 min walk • The 40 Watt Club is a music venue in Athens, Georgia. Along with CBGB, the Whisky a Go Go, and selected others, it was instrumental in launching American punk rock and new wave music.
0.6 miSE
Arenas and stadiums, Sport complex, Sport venue
Sanford Stadium, Athens
17 min walk • Sanford Stadium is the on-campus playing venue for football at the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia, United States. The 92,746-seat stadium is the tenth-largest stadium in the NCAA.
~1960 ftNE
Nightlife, Music and shows, Theater
Georgia Theatre, Athens
10 min walk • Georgia Theatre is a live music venue and event space in Athens, Georgia. Many prominent national and local acts across all genres have performed at the Theatre, including rock, folk, country, indie, alternative, hip hop and electronic.
0.7 miNE
Sport, Sport venue
The Classic Center, Athens
18 min walk • The Classic Center is a convention center in Athens, Georgia, United States. It was opened in 1995. Located within is Akins Ford Arena at The Classic Center, a large event hall that also serves as a 2,000-seat arena.
0.8 miE
Music venue
Nuçi's Space, Athens
20 min walk • Nuçi's Space is a resource center based in Athens, Georgia, United States, that provides rehearsal and performance space for local musicians, as well as services to support the well-being of the music community.
~1000 ftNW
Church
Hill First Baptist Church, Athens
5 min walk • Hill First Baptist Church "is the oldest African American church in the Athens, Georgia community". It is a contributing property to the Reese Street Historic District.
0.7 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Ware–Lyndon House, Athens
18 min walk • The Ware–Lyndon House is a historic house located at 211 Hoyt Street in Athens, Georgia, at the end of Jackson Street. Built circa 1850, the house is two stories and exhibits an Italianate style. Edward R. Ware, its original owner, sold the property to Edward S. Lyndon in 1880.
0.6 miE
Cemetery
Jackson Street Cemetery, Athens
15 min walk • Jackson Street Cemetery, also known as Old Athens Cemetery, was the original cemetery for Athens, Georgia and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
0.7 miNE
33°57'44"N • 83°22'28"W
Athens Welcome Center - Classic City Tours, Athens
18 min walk • Museum, Visitor center
0.4 miNW
Museum, Architecture, History museum
T. R. R. Cobb House, Athens
11 min walk • The T. R. R. Cobb House built in 1842 is an historic octagon house originally located at 194 Prince Avenue in Athens, Georgia. On June 30, 1975, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
~1740 ftNE
Historical place, Concerts and shows, Theater
Morton Theatre, Athens
9 min walk • The Morton Theatre, located in downtown Athens, Georgia, at 195 West Washington Street, is one of the first vaudeville theatres in the United States uniquely built, owned, and operated by an African-American businessman: Monroe Morton.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to The Tree That Owns Itself?

Nearby attractions include Hill First Baptist Church, Athens (5 min walk), Richard B. Russell Library for Political Research and Studies, Athens (7 min walk), Creature Comforts, Athens (8 min walk), Morton Theatre, Athens (9 min walk).

How to get to The Tree That Owns Itself by public transport?

The nearest stations to The Tree That Owns Itself:

Bus

Correll Hall • Lines: 5 (10 min walk)
The Arch • Lines: 14, 5 (11 min walk)