Depot Welcome Center
The Depot Welcome Center is your gateway to Warrenton! Home to the Chamber of Commerce, Hometown Warrenton, and the Warrenton Cultural Museum, this historic site includes part of the original East Warrenton Train Depot. Step inside to explore exhibits on local history, trains, and more — and pick up helpful info on things to see and do in the area.
Knox Theatre
The Knox Theatre was completed in 1937, during an exciting time for motion picture history as silent films were being phased out, and sound had revitalized the film industry. However, the Theatre wasn’t exclusively used for movies. Throughout the thirties, forties, and fifties, Warrenton saw a variety of different road shows, vaudeville acts, and music groups preform here. Through the sixties and seventies, ownership of the theatre switched around a bit, and with the rise of multiplex theatres and television, after almost 61 years of successful operation. With a seating capacity of 200 downstairs and 120 upstairs, it was owned by T.B. (Doc) & Margaret Knox Story. Admission at that time: Adults $0.25; Children $0.10. Popcorn and Coke was $0.05 each. In 1961, Warren Jackson took over the theater, and it closed on March 31, 1997. Warren County Board of Commissioners bought the theater in September 2002. Plans include renovations of the facility and turned into a tourist attraction showing classic and family movies
The Bushnell Cenotaph
David Bushnell born August 30, 1740, in Westbrook, Connecticut, was an American inventor, a patriot, one of the first American combat engineers, a teacher, and a medical doctor. A veteran of the Revolutionary War, Bushnell invented the first submarine to be used in battle, the American Turtle Submarine, as well as a floating mine triggered by contact.After peace was declared he returned to Connecticut where he lived until 1787 when he abruptly moved to France. His activities in France are unknown although it has been speculated that he may have collaborated with inventor Robert Fulton in developing a design for a different submarine. In 1803 Bushnell settled in Warrenton, Georgia under the pseudonym of David Bush. He taught at the Warrenton Academy and practiced medicine. He died in Warrenton in between 1824 and 1826 (the exact date is unknown) and was buried in the town cemetery in an unmarked grave. There is a cenotaph in the Warrenton Cemetery in his honor.
The Warrenton Cultural Center
The Warrenton Cultural Center, formerly known as the Warrenton Gymnasium-Auditorium, stands as one of the most significant historic landmarks in Warrenton. Built in 1937 during the New Deal era, this building is an enduring symbol of federal investment in local infrastructure and education.Architecturally, the building is a fine example of Neoclassical design, a style commonly used in public architecture of the period. Its striking entrance features Greek temple-like elements, including Ionic pilasters and large fanlight transoms over the doors, which remain beautifully intact to this day. The structure also boasts a self-supporting arched tile roof — a noteworthy engineering achievement of its time — along with the original gymnasium space, bleachers, stage, and dressing rooms.Originally built to serve as the public school gymnasium and community meeting hall, it quickly became the town’s largest and most important gathering place. From school sports events and concerts to civic meetings and cultural celebrations, the building played a central role in the daily life of Warrenton’s citizens. It remained part of the local school system until 1981.Its historical significance spans architecture, politics, and social life — representing both the federal government’s commitment to public education during the Great Depression and the vibrant community spirit of Warrenton.Today, the building lives on as the Warrenton Cultural Center, a community hub available for events, meetings, and more. It is also the proud home of the Area Children’s Theatre, a nonprofit dedicated to providing arts education and theatrical opportunities for local youth.With plans for ongoing restoration, this cherished landmark is poised to continue its legacy — as both a witness to the town’s past and a vital part of its cultural future.
Courthouse
Nestled on Courthouse Square in Warrenton, the Warren County Courthouse is the third to stand on this storied site. Early court sessions were held in local homes until the county seat was officially established in 1797. A documented courthouse erected in 1820 stood for decades—until the fires of 1853 and again in 1909 claimed successive structures.Rising from those ashes, the present courthouse was completed in 1910. Designed by Walter Chamberlain and built by the Falls City Construction Co., this red‑brick, Classical Revival gem features a distinctive cross‑plan layout, hipped roof, and octagonal dome crowned with a cupola.Recognized in 1980 by the National Register of Historic Places, the courthouse received a sensitive restoration and expansion around 2000—nearly tripling its size while preserving its architectural elegance. Today, it continues to serve as both a seat of justice and a symbol of Warrenton’s resilience.
First Baptist Church Warrenton GA
When first constructed the Baptist church was simply called the "Warrenton Baptist Church." Unfortunately some of the earliest records were Destroyed in 2 different fires, one in 1854 and another 1872, because of this it's hard to pin down a construction date for the original building although sometime shortly before 1829 perhaps ten years at most. The building that's standing today was constructed in 1885 and later expanded and remodeled in 1954-1955
United States Post Office
In 1939, thanks to federal New Deal funding, Warrenton gained a dedicated post office building—no longer tucked inside the courthouse but proudly standing on Main Street. Designed under the U.S. Treasury Department by Louis A. Simon, this Colonial Revival structure features elegant brickwork, arched openings, and a steep gable roof, blending functionality with timeless architecture.Inside once hung Arnold Friedman’s commissioned mural, "Environs of Warrentown," part of a nationwide initiative to bring art into public spaces during the Depression. Though the mural now resides at the Smithsonian, the post office still symbolizes civic pride and community.Through decades of change—including serving as a Cold War fallout shelter and expanding operations with added space in 1987—the building continues to serve the public. Whether dropping off mail or picking up a passport, visitors today step into a piece of living history anchored in small-town legacy.
Miss Jane's Resturant
Located in historic downtown Warrenton, GA - Miss Jane's has become a staple of southern food. Featured as one of the top 100's plates in Georgia. You wouldn't have made a visit to Warrenton without stopping at Miss Jane's!
Community Service Building
Monument Square
The Warren County Confederate Monument, located on the courthouse square in Warrenton, was erected in 1903 to honor local residents who served in the Confederate army during the Civil War. Constructed by McNeel Marble Works, the monument features a carved marble statue of a soldier standing atop a granite base.The monument was dedicated by the United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Sons of Warren, organizations that led the fundraising and coordination efforts. Created in a different historical era, it reflects the memorialization practices of its time. Today, the monument remains part of Warrenton’s historic landscape and stands as a reminder of how the community has commemorated the past.
First Methodist Church Warrenton GA
Located at 412 Main Street, the First United Methodist Church of Warrenton stands as a notable example of early 20th-century ecclesiastical architecture. The current structure, completed in 1905, replaced an earlier church that was destroyed by fire in 1904. Designed by the prominent Georgia architect J.W. Golucke and constructed by J.W. McMillan & Son, the building features characteristic design elements of the period, including a prominent tower and detailed brickwork.The original Methodist church in Warrenton was established in the early 19th century. According to historical accounts, the first church building was a simple, unplastered wooden structure located northwest of Ullman’s department store, at the corner of Lee and Fourth Streets. It was built of wood, unplastered and whitewashed, both inside and out. This church served the community for several decades before being replaced by the 1905 building. Saint James' Episcopal Church+1Saint James' Episcopal Church+1Reverend J.T. Robins served as the first pastor in the new church, with the building committee including W.C. English, C.R. Fitzpatrick, Dr. M.R. Hall, Colonel E.P. Davis, and Dr. W.W. Pilcher.Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the First United Methodist Church continues to serve as a place of worship and community gathering, embodying the town's rich history and architectural heritage.
