Interested in fun facts and the history of Albany, GA?
Then read on!

- Albany is known as the "Pecan Capital of the World" because it produces more pecans than any other city in the world.

- The city has a rich history as a major transportation hub and industrial center for the region, with cotton and pecan production, as well as a thriving railroad industry.

- Albany was a key site of the Civil Rights Movement, with notable figures such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks visiting the city and local leaders working towards desegregation and equal rights.

- The city is home to several prominent educational institutions, including Albany State University and Darton State College.

- Albany has also been featured in popular culture, with notable references in movies such as "Remember the Titans" and the book "The Color Purple".