Brunswick Downtown Development Authority
Look around at the rich diversity of architectural styles that make up the work of art we call Brunswick. Gothic Revival, Italianate, Second Empire, Queen Anne, Folk Victorian, Prairie, Stick and Craftsman. We have more historic buildings in one location than almost any other city in Georgia.
Retail businesses are woven seamlessly into the fabric of a real working, breathing town, which provide all the services and amenities traditionally associated with a healthy, vibrant city. The merchants work together through the Downtown and Norwich business associations to ensure a thriving retail market for all.
If you’re in the mood for entertainment, Brunswick offers outstanding live performances along with literary events, art classes and workshops. In addition, the Ritz Theater serves as a home to the Golden Isles Art and Humanities Association. The headquarters of the Three Rivers Regional Library system is based right downtown and offers reading programs for kids, film series and internet access. Brunswick’s parks and squares, laid out in the original city plan, offer a variety of activities for the whole family. From the shrimp boats and concerts at Mary Ross Waterfront Park to the state-of-the-art pool and ball fields of Coffin Park, there’s something for everyone. Neighborhood parks such as Orange Square and Hanover Square give residents a place to relax or play games with the kids; all within walking distance of home.
Revitalization in an existing city district rather than building new buildings is very good for the environment. People who work or live in most neighborhoods can easily walk to restaurants, stores, banks, professional offices, theaters, even churches and temples, reducing dependence on cars. That’s good for air quality. It’s also good for water quality, since the oil runoff from asphalt-paved roads pollutes groundwater.
Many historic buildings are inherently good at conserving energy. The tall ceilings allow hot air to rise, where ceiling fans re-circulate it. Transom windows funnel light into the ground-floor space, where light-colored ceilings reflect it back into the building. Awnings deflect heat during hot months, but are retractable to let heat in during cold months.
Convinced? A growing number of community leaders are. At its most basic level, neighborhood revitalization is the ultimate form of recycling. So, be kind to the earth. Join the thousands that have chosen Historic Brunswick as a place to live, work and play.
Retail businesses are woven seamlessly into the fabric of a real working, breathing town, which provide all the services and amenities traditionally associated with a healthy, vibrant city. The merchants work together through the Downtown and Norwich business associations to ensure a thriving retail market for all.
If you’re in the mood for entertainment, Brunswick offers outstanding live performances along with literary events, art classes and workshops. In addition, the Ritz Theater serves as a home to the Golden Isles Art and Humanities Association. The headquarters of the Three Rivers Regional Library system is based right downtown and offers reading programs for kids, film series and internet access. Brunswick’s parks and squares, laid out in the original city plan, offer a variety of activities for the whole family. From the shrimp boats and concerts at Mary Ross Waterfront Park to the state-of-the-art pool and ball fields of Coffin Park, there’s something for everyone. Neighborhood parks such as Orange Square and Hanover Square give residents a place to relax or play games with the kids; all within walking distance of home.
Revitalization in an existing city district rather than building new buildings is very good for the environment. People who work or live in most neighborhoods can easily walk to restaurants, stores, banks, professional offices, theaters, even churches and temples, reducing dependence on cars. That’s good for air quality. It’s also good for water quality, since the oil runoff from asphalt-paved roads pollutes groundwater.
Many historic buildings are inherently good at conserving energy. The tall ceilings allow hot air to rise, where ceiling fans re-circulate it. Transom windows funnel light into the ground-floor space, where light-colored ceilings reflect it back into the building. Awnings deflect heat during hot months, but are retractable to let heat in during cold months.
Convinced? A growing number of community leaders are. At its most basic level, neighborhood revitalization is the ultimate form of recycling. So, be kind to the earth. Join the thousands that have chosen Historic Brunswick as a place to live, work and play.
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