Dalton

Dalton was originally called Cross Plains, however, in 1847 the named was changed to Dalton and a railroad was completed through the city.  After the Civil War, a railroad line to Rome would be added, making Dalton a huge center for railroad activity.  Later, at the beginning of the 20th century, Catherine Evans Whitener began making bedspreads and the orders begin pouring in so fast she had to hire some more people. She decided to start her own company, The Evans Manufacturing Company. This company began to produce carpet in a similar way they produced the bedspreads. That is why today, Dalton is unrivaled in its production of carpet and why ninety percent of the carpet produced in the world today is made in a twenty-five mile radius of Dalton.
Favorite Restaurants
Attractions
Bed & Breakfasts

The Dalton Depot 

110 Depot Street
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 226-3160

The Dalton Depot is a casual dining restaurant that offers the "best baby back ribs in town!"

Gourmet Day Cafe

201 West Cuyler Street
Dalton, Georgia 30720
(706)270-9664

This cafe serves great lunch dishes you're sure to love!  

OPEN: MONDAY-THURSDAY 6am til 2:30pm
FRIDAY 6am til 2:30pm and 5:30pm til 9pm

Cellar Restaurant

1331 West Walnut Ave
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 226-6029

An elegant restaurant that serves fresh seafood, racks of lamb, Black Angus beef, and much more.  They also have an excellent dessert menu!

Prater's Mill

500 Prater's Mill Road
Dalton, GA 30756
(706) 694-6455

This historic grist mill, built with slave labor, is now a beautiful place where visitors can enjoy fishing and hiking while visiting the mill.  There is also a country fair every May and October. 

Hamilton House 

715 Chattanooga Avenue
Dalton , GA 30720
(706) 278-2017

This museum is located in the oldest home in Dalton, built in 1840.  It features exhibits on Dalton's textile industry, Native American history, Civil War artifacts, and much more.  

Dug Gap Battle Park

West Dug Gap Battle Road
Dalton , GA 30720
(706) 278-0217

Dug Gap was built by the Confederate soldiers during the Atlanta Campaign of the Civil War.  On May 8, 1864, the Confederates were able to defend the fort and hold off the Union.  The place has been converted to a park and still has some of the original stone wall.

Holly Tree House Bed & Breakfast

217 West Cuyler Street
Dalton, GA 30720
(706) 278-6620