City of Albany

Albany is also known as the Quail Hunting Capital of the World due to the abundance of bobwhite quails during quail season (October to March).

Radium Springs, located in Albany, are the state's largest natural springs. These springs have a flow of crystal clear water with a year round temperature of 68 degrees.

Rhythm and blues musician Ray Charles was born and raised in Albany until the age of six. Charles' rendition of "Georgia on My Mind" is the state song. Other notable Albany natives include naturalist Jim Fowler and former major league baseball player Ray Knight. Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) great, Nancy Lopez, also makes her home in Albany.

While the "Good Life City" is the region's economic, healthcare, military and recreational hub, Albany has also overcome great obstacles. The Flood of '94 was so devastating it drew the world's attention, but the city government responded with a national award-winning recovery program. Indeed, our bread-and-butter is our local government, which is a Georgia Municipal Association-designated "City of Excellence" and "City of Ethics."

Albany has several sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Among them are St. Teresa's Catholic Church built in 1859 (the oldest Catholic Church in continuous use in Georgia) and Heritage Plaza, a collection of historic buildings and educational facilities.

Other attractions in Albany include: the Albany Museum of Art, the Albany Civil Rights Movement Memorial, Chehaw Wild Animal Park, Radium Springs and Tift Park. The city is also home to the Albany Warriors, a minor league football team.

Albany is the home to several state operated institutions, including Albany State University, Albany Technical Institute, and Darton College.