
A giant peanut monument stands proudly along the highway, a fitting tribute to this small Georgia town's agricultural heart. The Crime and Punishment Museum offers unexpected depth, housing fascinating exhibits on local law enforcement history within the Turner County Superior Court House. Each spring, locals celebrate the Fire Ant Festival with a peculiar blend of reverence and revenge toward their tiny tormentors. The charming downtown surrounds Ashburn City Hall, where park benches invite conversations with friendly residents who'll share peanut farming tales. For the full experience, visit during harvest season when the sweet smell of peanuts fills the air and farmers welcome curious visitors to witness the process that puts this unassuming town on the map.

