Moore’s Station was founded in 1891 as a station on the Macon, Dublin and Savannah Railroad.
According to local Dublin-Laurens County historian, Scott Thompson; with the coming of Dublin’s first railroad to the western regions of the state, a small community sprang up around the small depot located on the railroad where the lands of J.T. Moore and A.H. Moore came together.
A post office named Picciola had been established in 1879 in the area with Jeremiah H. Yopp as its first postmaster. In 1889, just prior to the coming of the railroad, the name of the post office was changed to Vallambrosa. That post office closed in 1899 and the mail was sent to Dublin for delivery.
Located five miles west of Dublin, Moore’s Station was located near the junction of the Dublin-Cochran and the Old Chicken Road. The Moore families sold of their original plantation lands to speculators, which included Dublin hardware magnate, W.W. Robinson, and Thomas M. Hightower, who maintained a large pear orchard on the outskirts of the community. Other early property owners included Alex Brady, Rollin Hughes, N.C. Chandler, Z. Kennedy, and Dr. E.R. Jordan. The Laboring Friends Society established their lodge at Moore’s Station in 1899.
For most of the first half of the 20th Century, Moore’s Station, though no longer active as a railroad depot, was a small commercial center for farmers living west of Dublin. A two story brick store remained in existence until the 1950s on the southwestern part of town.
Moore Station Village is proud to honor the heritage of our location. Call, click or come by today to see the new home options that are available. 877.272.9002 or 478.272.9000. We’re located on Moore Station Road between the 441 bypass and Industrial Blvd, Dublin, GA 31021.
Moore Station Village to host Car Show benefiting Habitat for Humanity and Masonic Children’s Home.
Saturday-May 21, 2011. Registration 9 AM to 12 Noon
Entry Fee $15.00 paid at event. Car Judging 1:00 PM. Awards 2:00 PM.
Join us for music of the 50′s & 60′s with DJ Michael Bright. Great Food, Door Prizes and Car Awards in one of Dublin’s first multi-generational planned communities, Moore Station Village.
Car Show will include: Antique (pre ‘40) thru later models (‘90-2011). Trophies will be awarded in all 7 classes 1st thru 4th place including “BEST OF SHOW,” “Best Ford,” “Best Chevy,” “Best Dodge,” “Oldest Car.”
Come out for a day of fun. See the cars, feed the fish, walk the trails, tour the grounds. You will find lots of shade and restrooms at the Village Center, where there will be a Model car show going on inside.
Event Beneficiaries: The proceeds from the entry fees paid by the participants will be donated to Habitat for Humanity. Laurens Lodge #75 will have concessions and the profits from the sales that day will go to the local Lodge and the Masonic Children’s Home. Breakfast and Lunch will be served.
Event sponsors: Morris Bank, City of Dublin Gas Department, Allgood Services, La Quinta Inn, Choo-Choo Build-It Mart, Dublin Chevrolet, Dublin Ford, Dublin Dodge, Premier Construction Associates and The Curry Companies.
Event Location: Like Dublin itself, Moore Station Village is a welcoming, multi-generational and multi-cultural community. It is home to singles, couples and families who value an easy-going lifestyle. Moore Station Village has its own charming brand of Southern hospitality. Call today or visit the community website for more details.
Newcomers and visitors experience firsthand the genuine Southern hospitality here in Dublin-Laurens County. Everyone works together and strives to make our community a better place to live, work and play. With such a spirit, it is not surprising to find that many young adults who grew up in Laurens County return to raise their families here. They choose to return to give their children the same excellent quality of life they grew up with. (source: Dublin Chamber of Commerce.) Explore the Dublin Chamber of Commerce website and download their newsletter for interesting news and information about the community, economic development and more.
Dublin is one of the ten best managed and most livable cities in Georgia when judged in the areas of fiscal management, public safety, infrastructure, citizen participation, cultural activities, community partnerships and downtown viability by the Georgia Municipal Association and Georgia Trend Magazine; according to the City of Dublin, County of Laurens Development Authority. Visit the Development Authority’s website for more news and information about the county, life and culture, and business advantages.
“Location, Leadership and Livability” that’s what Dublin is all about.
Speaking of livability… Moore Station Village is the perfect new home, multi-generational neighborhood. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving up, starting a family or hosting the grandkids, you’ll find a home of the perfect size and style. Check out the beautiful photo galleries on the community’s website. Your new home in Dublin is ready for you. Call to schedule your personal tour today! 877-272-9002.
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