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Born to a sharecropper and a former slave right here in Fayette County, Nellie went on to become one of the most significant artists of the 20th century. Her 'Playground' as well as her work on display at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, Oglethorpe University Museum of Art, and Traveling Exhibition – featuring vibrant colors, dolls, and recycled treasures—remains a testament to the power of her imagination.

Joining us to unpack this legacy with journalist Leah Banks.

Resources:

Facebook > Lost But Not Forgotten

https://www.facebook.com/groups/4063832330516717/search/?q=nellie%20mae%20rowe

Georgia Historical Society

https://www.georgiahistory.com/georgia-historical-society-dedicates-new-historical-marker-recognizing-folk-artist-nellie-mae-rowe/

High Museum of Art

https://high.org/exhibition/really-free-the-radical-art-of-nellie-mae-rowe/

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The Town of Tyrone was established in 1911, but families can trace their lineage back in to the 1800s. Join my chat with Linda Howard, a long-time resident who has served in multiple capacities for the Town and is one of the founders and docents of the Tyrone Museum.

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Established before most people had heard of Peachtree City, Partners II Pizza is a cornerstone in the community, and their roots have been spreading!

How did the name originate? Are all locations run by the Royals? Will the buffet ever return?

Listen to the latest podcast to get these answers and more as we dive into another great story of Fayette County!

• partnerspizza.com/
• facebook.com/PartnersIIPizzaPeachtree
• instagram.com/ParntersIIPizzaPTC

Sources:

• Partners II Pizza - Pizza Restaurant in Ga, www.partnerspizza.com/about. Accessed 09 October 2025.
• Royal, Jim and Marilyn. 14 October 2025. Personal Interview.