📖 About Augusta

Augusta, Georgia's second-largest city, hosts the world's most prestigious golf tournament—The Masters—drawing global attention to this historic Savannah River city each April. The 89th Masters Tournament from April 10-13, 2025, witnessed history when Rory McIlroy snapped an 11-year major drought to complete the career grand slam, defeating Justin Rose in a playoff.

Established in 1934 by Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts, The Masters is celebrated for its rich traditions, pristine course, and exclusive atmosphere. The 2025 tournament offered $21 million in total prize money, with $4.2 million to the champion. Beyond Augusta National's private walls lies a welcoming host city steeped in its own charm, straddling the Savannah River on Georgia's border with South Carolina.

Golf fans geared up for the traditions and spectacle of Augusta's biggest tourism event of the year. Visit Augusta helps visitors discover top places to stay, eat, shop, and explore during tournament week, with insider tips on local attractions and transportation. Both public and semi-private courses around the River Region allow visiting golfers to experience Augusta's golf culture year-round.

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💼 Economy & Culture

Augusta's economy blends military, healthcare, technology, and tourism sectors. Fort Eisenhower (formerly Fort Gordon) is home to the U.S. Army Cyber Command. The Medical College of Georgia anchors a major healthcare cluster, while the growing cybersecurity sector attracts tech companies. Masters Week delivers substantial annual tourism revenue, supporting hospitality and retail businesses.

Augusta's culture reflects Southern heritage and musical legacy. James Brown, the Godfather of Soul, grew up here and is honored with a downtown statue and annual birthday celebrations. The arts scene includes Morris Museum of Art (Southern art focus), historic theaters, and a vibrant downtown revival. Southern cuisine, craft breweries, and river recreation define the local lifestyle.

📜 History

Founded in 1736 as a trading post, Augusta is Georgia's second-oldest city after Savannah. The Augusta Canal, built in 1845, powered textile mills that made the city an industrial center. Augusta served briefly as Georgia's capital and played strategic roles in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. President Woodrow Wilson spent his boyhood here from 1858 to 1870.

The Masters began in 1934 on the grounds of a former nursery, transforming Augusta into golf's global capital each April. The city has evolved from textile mills to cyber command, while preserving historic districts and riverfront charm. The 2025 Masters' historic outcome—McIlroy's grand slam completion—added another legendary chapter to Augusta's storied golf history.