This is a guest post from ONA24 presenting sponsor John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
Hosting this year’s ONA conference in Atlanta offers attendees an additional treat. Just 90 minutes away lies Macon, “one of the South’s best-kept secrets,” according to Forbes. As one of 26 Knight cities, Macon has much to offer.
In addition to the ONA Knight lounge (and a few surprises), Knight is bringing a taste of Macon’s unique culture to ONA24 with the Macon Music Revue band. Their performance at the Welcome Reception on Wednesday, Sept. 18, will include locally developed hits from Macon legends like Little Richard, Otis Redding and the Allman Brothers Band, delving deep into the catalog of Capricorn Records, which has been producing music since the 1960s.
Plus, Visit Macon and Macon-Bibb Co. Mayor Lester Miller invite you to join a special tour on Saturday, Sept. 21, to experience a former ghost town that now boasts craft brewpubs, a thriving culinary and live music scene. Plus, visit the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, representing more than 12,000 years of continuous human habitation. Macon is also home to Beverly Knight Olson, daughter of Knight co-founder James L. Knight. Knight is proud to showcase how collaboration, planning and strategic philanthropic investment have revitalized this city.
Your visit to Georgia for ONA24 gives you a great opportunity to visit one of 2024’s Great American Main Street award-winning downtowns!
Space is limited. Transportation from the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown is included. There is no charge for this experience.
