SPRING into Georgia’s Rome

The weather is warming up, which means Spring is upon us! This is one of our favorite times of the year, because there is so much to see and do! Here are a few ways you can SPRING into Georgia’s Rome this season!

S – Shop locally-made items at Georgia’s Rome Spring Art Market

Georgia’s Rome Annual Spring Art Market is Saturday, April 1st and Sunday, April 2nd! Held at the Rome Civic Center, the event will feature over 50 local artists. This is a great opportunity to shop for handmade items created in Rome and the state of Georgia. Make plans to join us from 10am-4pm on Saturday or Sunday!

P – Peek at the gardens in Georgia’s Rome Garden Trail

Rome has many beautiful gardens to see! A warm, Spring afternoon makes for the perfect time to visit these gardens. Our garden trail even features an interactive map so you don’t miss any of the lovely locations.

R – Reserve tickets for the Oak Hill & Martha Berry Museum

Oak Hill Garden, Photo: Tony Pope

Oak Hill is the home of Berry College founder, Martha Berry. The Greek-Revival Style home can be toured, along with the Martha Berry Museum. Spring is the best time to visit the beautiful gardens at the home, too! Tickets and details about the tour can be found on the Berry College website.

I – Involve yourself with the History of Rome

Georgia’s Rome has so much history to be discovered. This Spring, be sure to get involved with the rich history at the Rome Area History Center. Several new exhibits are currently being added, so there are many new things to see! For even more history, our Historical Markers Self-Guided Tour is another great resource!

N – Navigate the Outdoors with Georgia’s Rome Outdoor Passport

Georgia’s Rome Outdoor Pass is the best way to see many of Rome’s outdoor attractions. The activity is completely mobile, with 14 different check-in locations for tourists to visit. Once all 14 locations have been accomplished, visit Georgia’s Rome Gift Shop to claim your free t-shirt!

G – Grab a ball at a Rome Braves Baseball Game

The Rome Braves are a Minor League Class A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. In 2023, they will be celebrating their 20th anniversary! This year’s season begins on April 6th, making this a great activity to do this Spring and Summer! View the 2023 Schedule, promotional events, and purchase tickets.

Be sure to follow us on Instagram: @romegeorgia, Facebook: Georgia’s Rome and on Tik Tok: @visitromegeorgia! Tag us in your photos this Spring and use the hashtag #romegeorgia for your permission to repost!

About the Author

Hi, I'm Kenzi Rowell, a Marketing Specialist at Georgia's Rome Office of Tourism. I oversee the Downtown Welcome Center, and assist with content and social media marketing. I'm currently studying Marketing at Kennesaw State University. I was born and raised in Rome, Georgia and love the beauty of this town! In my free time, I love being creative and spending time with friends!