Category Archives: Newnan GA

The Pines, 1939, Newnan

Also known as the Manget-Bass House, this whimsical Classical Revival is beautifully situated on the high point of a nearly five-acre lot. It was designed by Newnan-born architect David S. Cuttino, Jr. (1905-1973).

Platinum Point Historic District, National Register of Historic Places

Sprayberry’s Barbecue, 1926, Newnan

One of Georgia’s oldest barbecue restaurants, Sprayberry’s association with two famous Coweta County natives has made it known far beyond Newnan. Lewis Grizzard sang its praises in his books and country music superstar Alan Jackson waited tables here as a teenager.

It all began with Houston Sprayberry, who owned a gas station and sold barbecue out of the back. By 1926, the barbecue became so popular he closed the gas station and made it a restaurant. Over 90  years later, it remains as popular as ever.