52 S G M A G A Z I N E | S P R I N G 2 0 1 8 DESTINATION DOWNTOWN A Town On the Move: Boston Offers Timeless Southern Charm It may come as a surprise to some that Boston (Georgia of course) has more to offer than the annual mini-marathon, which draws hundreds of running enthusiasts to the small community each year on the last Saturday in October. Located in Thomas County, Boston was once a stagecoach stop that brought frequent visitors to the small community. In 1861, the original settlement of Boston was moved 3 miles to its present location to be closer to the railroad. Though the railroad no longer brings people to Boston, the quaint small town continues to attract guests from across South Georgia and North Florida. With a strong community spirit, along with an active business association and continued tourism efforts, Boston is becoming more than a spot on the highway. “If you take a map and draw a circle out 50 miles from Boston, you will see where traffic is coming from,” says Ann McCrickard, member of the Boston tourism association. “People in North Florida and Southwest Georgia are beginning to notice Boston. We are a friendly community with a nice selection of shops; and while there are some commonalities, each of them brings their own unique style.”