We began our visit with a stop at the Cumberland Island Museum where we took in exhibits detailing early Native Americans, the Carnegie Family, and the War of 1812 .
The Vitamin D Express pulled out of my driveway this morning at 7:00. Becky and I hit the Georgia state line about 11:45. We were welcomed to the Peach State and shared our picnic lunch with a bird that actually tried to snitch Becky's sandwich while we had our heads turned. Our plans were to stop and explore St. Marys, GA, gateway to Cumberland Island, the largest of Georgia's barrier islands. The town advertises itself as "historic and enchanting, with white picket fences, charming Victorian inns, majestic magnolias, stately live oaks, fragrant salt air, quaint shops, and captivating cafes." We began our visit with a stop at the Cumberland Island Museum where we took in exhibits detailing early Native Americans, the Carnegie Family, and the War of 1812 . From there we strolled down to the waterfront and made a stop at Cumberland Island National Seashore Visitor Center. We were tickled to find the 2014 Passport Stamps series in addition to getting two new stamps for our book that we didn't have. With the temperature up to a wonderful 74 degrees, we certainly enjoyed strolling up and down Osborne Street and checking out a few of the shops that were open. We saw several inns, historic 1800's homes, and churches. Without a doubt though, our favorite sight was the Tabby Sugar Mill Ruins outside of town. Once a thriving sugar mill, the ruins are now a ghostly reminder of New Canaan Plantation located on the site in the 1800's. After a bit of junkin' at the St. Marys Antique Mall and a drive by the Kings Bay Navel Submarine Base, we merged back onto I-95 south. I dashed into the Florida welcome center for a map and a shot of orange juice before we headed to St. Augustine.
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