I don’t know if this was a residence, original to the location, or if it’s just a cabin, but it’s an interesting utilitarian form and warrants further documentation.
Category Archives: Avera GA
Commercial Block, Avera
Likely a general merchandise/hardware store when first built, this has recently served as the Avera Shopping Center.
Filed under --JEFFERSON COUNTY GA--, Avera GA
Commercial Architecture, Avera
Now essentially in ruins, this was likely a bank.
Filed under --JEFFERSON COUNTY GA--, Avera GA
Dr. Alexander Avera Memorial, Avera
In Memory of Dr. Alexander Avera (3 October 1830 – 11 January 1907) Beloved physician and founder of Avera. In 1885 he donated the land for the town which was named in his honor. Born in Jefferson County, Ga, graduated Oglethorpe Medical College, Savannah, Ga. He, as a Lieutenant, formed a company and served with honor in the War Between the States. He gave liberally of his time, skill and means in the service of others and it was said of him “He loved his fellow man”.
Filed under --JEFFERSON COUNTY GA--, Avera GA
