Athens is known as a city of creativity and artistic expression, with an emphasis on a vibrant and storied music scene. Reinforcing this reputation, numerous institutions, both public and private, have promoted public art projects that are an integral part of Athensâ downtown creative appeal.
About 50 people gathered at the Athens-Clarke County courthouse Tuesday for an hour-long remembrance vigil for the 100th anniversary of the lynching of John Lee Eberhart, a 25-year old Black man who was burnt to death at the hands of a local mob on Feb. 16, 1921.