downtown Lawrenceville Archives

Downtown Lawrenceville Streets to Go from One-Way to Two-Way the Week of July 9

May 17, 2018

Perry and Clayton Streets to flow in both directions, Commuters urged to drive safely

LAWRENCEVILLE – The City of Lawrenceville’s much-anticipated two-way conversion of Perry Street and Clayton Street is set to begin the transition on July 9. As part of the city’s Livable Communities Initiative, the conversion will allow for improved mobility, better visibility and increased safety.

The tradition continues with the 30th Lighting of the Tree!

November 17, 2017

Lawrenceville – Continue the tradition this holiday season with Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation (GCPR), as they host the 30th Annual Lighting of the Tree on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23 at 5:30 p.m. with tree lighting ceremony and other festivities.

Rendering of Peach State’s New Branch on Pike Street in downtown Lawrenceville, GA

Peach State Federal Credit Union Breaks Ground on New Branch in Lawrenceville

October 30, 2017

LAWRENCEVILLE – On October 25th, Peach State Federal Credit Union celebrated the future home of their newest branch in downtown Lawrenceville with a groundbreaking ceremony attended by credit union Board and staff members as well as representatives from the city.

County seat coming full circle

March 23, 2017

The Cornett Hotel circa 1914 sits on the corner of Crogan and Perry Streets. It was also known as the Hotel Pharr and Button Gwinnett Hotel. Today, the corner has been remodeled, housing Dominick’s Italian restaurant.

Lawrenceville, Georgia, located approximately thirty miles east of the city of Atlanta, is the county seat of Gwinnett County. The municipality was named in honor of Captain James Lawrence, a naval officer during the War of 1812 who commanded the Chesapeake.

Lawrenceville to Host Halloween Spooktacular on the Square

October 13, 2016

Family-Friendly Activities around the Downtown Square on October 28th

LAWRENCEVILLE – With Halloween quickly approaching, the City of Lawrenceville invites the local community and visitors to its inaugural “Spooktacular on the Square” event, Friday October 28, from 6-8 p.m. The City welcomes guests of all ages who dare to walk the square to enjoy and evening of Halloween fun in Downtown Lawrenceville.

Lawrenceville Invites Foodies and Ale Enthusiasts to Inaugural Oktoberfest

September 28, 2016

City Partners with Local Eateries to Host German-Inspired Event

The City of Lawrenceville invites self-proclaimed foodies and ale enthusiasts to ‘Probst on Perry’ during its inaugural Oktoberfest event on Saturday, Oct 1, from 12-6pm. In partnership with local eateries – Local Republic and McCray’s Tavern– the City will bring the traditional German autumn festival to life on the Historic Downtown Square.

Rock’n Ribville coming September 17th

August 23, 2016

The City of Lawrenceville will soon be hosting the 9th annual Rock’n Ribville event on Saturday, September 17th on the Lawrenceville Lawn. Join in the fun as barbeque culinary artists, both professional and amateur, serve up the best barbeque, brisket and ribs in Georgia!

Lawrenceville and Aurora Theatre host Chalk Walk Event on July 19

July 12, 2014

World-Renowned 3D Artist, Anthony Cappetto, Joins in Local Community Event

The City of Lawrenceville’s Downtown Development Authority (LDDA) and Aurora Theatre invites the community to celebrate the Arts on July 19 and do the ‘Chalk Walk’!

Abbey Road performs on Lawerenceville Square this Friday at 8PM

May 30, 2014

FREE Summer Concert Series kicks off with Beatles’ Tribute Band, presented by GoWaiter.com

LAWRENCEVILLE,GA – May 28 – The City of Lawrenceville, Lawrenceville Tourism and Trade Association (LTTA and GoWaiter.com present the 2014 Moonlight & Music Concert Series.