Page 22 - Carroll County NCG 2021

Famous Son: Thomas A. Dorsey Something for Everyone in Downtown
4 Born in Villa Rica on July 1, 1899 Villa Rica’s downtown is a vibrant district with a little something
for everyone, residents and visitors alike. Dining options include
4 Known as Georgia Tom early in his career
classic and local flavors as well as exotic and ethnic cuisines.
and was a leading blues pianist
4 Father of Gospel Music The Villa Rica Main Street program works to highlight downtown
4 Composed over 400 blues and gospel songs as the heart of the city and celebrates local businesses while
4 Wrote Take My Hand, Precious Lord—world’s promoting the district’s revitalization.
most popular blues-gospel song
The MILL Amphitheater is a prized feature in downtown Villa
4 Coined the name “gospel” Rica. The venue can seat 2,500 people for shows and acts as a
4 Moved to Chicago in 1919 during the Great
greenspace in the town center where residents and visitors can
Migration and died there in 1993 gather and enjoy the quality of life in Villa Rica. The Mill Amphitheater

18 www.carroll-ga.org | 770-832-2446 Carroll County Chamber of Commerce