July 6
Juliette, Georgia
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Every Saturday, I share my weekly Artist Date.
For the next few weeks, I’m going to share some of the stops we made during the road trip I took with my mom and one of my sisters.
One of my favorite stops was Juliette, Georgia, one of the filming locations for the movie Fried Green Tomatoes.
From the 1880’s to the 1950’s, Juliette was a mill town, but when the mill closed, the town went into decline.
When the town was scouted for the movie, many of the building were abandoned and covered with kudzu.
Today, Juliette is a stop for those who love the movie. The buildings now house shops offering souvenirs, gifts and antiques. There is also The Whistle Stop Cafe.
The Whistle Stop Cafe building was built in 1927 by Edward L. Williams, Sr. He ran a general merchandise store there for 45 years, closing it in 1972.
After the movie, The Whistle Stop Cafe was made into a real cafe.
Probably not hard to guess what we ordered…fried green tomatoes.
I enjoyed Juliette, Georgia, because although it is a tourist attraction, it isn’t “slick.” The shops are unique and quaint.
While my sister and I ran around, my mom and aunt were welcome to sit and visit outside the shops.
There was even a stray dog, Shep, who worked her way around town and was allowed to come in one of the shops.
A wonderful day, filled with wonderful memories.
I love movies. If you’d like to read about my favorites, I have the posts gather under the category A Bowl of Popcorn, a Movie and Thou.
I love places that look shabby but chic. So glad Juliette was saved from decaying into nothing. I’ve seen the film and it is good. Never tried fried green tomatoes though:)
Looks like a great place. We remember the movie. Have a serene Sunday.
Best wishes Molly
You took a long road trip! I would love to visit there. That is my type of town!
It’s nice to see that the town was brought back to life after the movie! Very inspirational artists date, for sure.
Mmmmm,fried green tomatoes! Loved the movie, and love the food! 😊 Looks like a wonderful stop on your trip.
I love places like that…
Love the movie. Glad they kept the original feel of the place and didn’t turn it into a tourist spectacle.
What a fantastic place. I love how the buildings are really old, it is like stepping back into the 50’s.
Must be wonderful to visit.
Lynne x
My grandparents lived in a similar little town in Alabama, and I admit that I love the quaintness of places like this. There’s just nothing like them! I really enjoyed your tour of the town, and I also loved that movie. I’ve always meant to read the book, but have never gotten around to it.
That looks like our kind of place! We sent you an e-mail, you won a Frosty Paws travel pack on our blog! Congrats 😀
Wyatt
Hurray! Thank you! We love Frosty Paws.
what a beautiful post…road trips are always filled with such sweet memories.
Hugs Madi and Mom
Beautiful place!
Nola
Loved the book and the movie. Awesome pics and lovely post.
it looks like a really cute town. its nice it got a bit of a revival
urban hounds
What a lovely little town. So neat that it has been restored but not turned into a real touristy type town. I remember enjoying the movie but I’ve never had fried green tomatoes.
I watched Fried Green Tomatoes the other night, really enjoyed it 🙂 xx00xx
Mollie and Alfie
Lovely and cosy places to visit! Love that old American style building! – very charming!
What a quaint little place for a snack. I’ve never seen a picture of you before. You’re quite the stunner!
That looks a lovely place to visit and great it’s not too touristy! Never tried fried green tomatoes though.
Sue x