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Lawrenceville is a city of about 31,000 people and the county seat of Gwinnett County, about 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Founded in 1821, it is one of the oldest cities in the Atlanta area, and its historic downtown square has been revived as a popular place for dining, theater and events.
The Historic Gwinnett County Courthouse, built in 1885 with a tall clock tower, stands at the center of the square and is used for events and weddings; the surrounding streets hold restaurants, breweries and shops. The Aurora Theatre, one of the region's leading professional theaters, presents plays and musicals downtown, and the Lawrenceville Lawn is a large green space with concerts, movies and festivals. The Isaac Adair House, an 1820s home, and the Female Seminary building, one of the city's oldest, recall its early history, and the Southeastern Railway Museum is nearby in Duluth.
Georgia Gwinnett College has a campus on the city's south side. The Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center offers nature trails and exhibits, the Yellow River and its parks are close by, and Lake Lanier, Stone Mountain Park and the shops of the Mall of Georgia are within a half-hour drive.
The Historic Gwinnett County Courthouse is an 1885 Romanesque Revival courthouse with a clock tower at the center of Lawrenceville's square. It is now used for events and a small history exhibit, surrounded by lawns. Walk the grounds and look for the war memorials, especially pretty in the evening light.
Downtown Lawrenceville surrounds the historic courthouse square with restaurants, breweries, shops and the Aurora Theatre. The city has added parks, apartments and event spaces, making it lively at night. Park in the public deck and walk the square, especially during concerts and festivals.
Aurora Theatre is a professional regional theater in downtown Lawrenceville, staging musicals, plays, comedies and children's shows on several stages, plus bilingual productions. Its season is one of the busiest in metro Atlanta. Book tickets ahead, and pair the show with dinner on the square.
The Lawrenceville Lawn is an open green space next to downtown with a stage, sloped lawns and a pavilion, used for concerts, movie nights and festivals. It is a relaxed place to gather with family. Check the city's events calendar, and bring a blanket for free summer concerts on the grass.
Rhodes Jordan Park is a Gwinnett County park in Lawrenceville with a lake, fishing pier, walking trails, playgrounds, sports fields and a community recreation center. It is one of the city's most popular parks. Walk the lakeside trail at sunset, and bring fishing gear for the pier.
Tribble Mill Park is a large Gwinnett County park near Lawrenceville, with two lakes, paved and unpaved trails, fishing, an equestrian trail and wide meadows. It is popular for long walks, biking and picnics. Arrive early on weekends to get parking near the main lake and the shaded picnic areas.
The Isaac Adair House is a restored 1827 home in Lawrenceville, one of the oldest buildings in Gwinnett County, moved to its current location near downtown and used for events and tours. It reflects early settler architecture. View it from outside, and ask about open house days and special tours.
The Lawrenceville Female Seminary is an 1850s school building that now houses the Gwinnett History Museum, with exhibits on county history, local schools and daily life through the years. Admission is free. Check opening hours, as they are limited, and allow about an hour to see the exhibits.
The Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center near Buford teaches about water and the environment with interactive exhibits, a treehouse, nature trails and the historic Chesser-Williams House. It is a good outing for families. Check opening hours and allow time to walk the trails behind the center.
Coolray Field is the ballpark of the Gwinnett Stripers, the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, with affordable tickets, family areas and fireworks nights. It is an easy and fun evening out. Check the schedule for promotions, and buy lawn seats for a relaxed view of the game.
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