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The Piedmont Hotel |
 After
the war, Longstreet owned and operated the Piedmont Hotel
located near the railroad depot in Gainesville. It was his political base during his
long career as a Republican. Guests included Generals Joseph Johnston and Daniel
Sickles; the voice of the New South, Henry Grady; and Joel Chandler Harris, author of Uncle
Remus. Mr. & Mrs. Woodrow Wilson were frequent guests; their daughter was
born at the hotel. Most of the hotel was demolished in 1918 but the north wing's
lower level still exists in excellent condition, including the Wilson room.
The Longstreet
Society purchased the property in 1994 and has set as it's
primary goal the restoration of the remaining portion of the
hotel.
When completed the North wing will become a multi-use facility
to include the Longstreet Society Headquarters, a Longstreet
museum or interpretive room, and a
community meeting room. It will stand as a very busy, active
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The Gravesite |
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Longstreet's grave is located on high ground in Gainesville's Alta Vista
cemetery. Carved into the granite monument is the American flag overlaying the
Confederate battle flag. Several members of the General's family, including his
first wife, are buried here. The LS erected a large flagpole and flies the American
flag at the grave as a memorial to the General and as a beacon to visitors.  |
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Seminars/Education Programs |
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In 1998 the LS inaugurated their first annual seminar in Chickamunga, GA.
To be held in locations significant to General Longstreet's life, each seminar
will feature lectures and tours presented by respected historians. These events are
educational and fun and a welcome way for Longstreet admirers to meet.
Seminar locations so far include Fredericksburg VA,
Gettysburg, PA, Sharpsburg, MD and Manassas, VA. Our 2007 seminar will take place in Gainesville, GA, details coming soon!
The LS also offers tours of Longstreet sites in
Gainesville to interested individuals and groups. |
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