DID YOU KNOW? Athens Is Home to the Tree That Owns Itself: In the heart of Athens stands a famous tree known as the "Tree That Owns Itself." According to local legend, in the early 19th century, a local professor, Colonel William H. Jackson, deeded the tree and the land within an 8-foot radius of the tree itself. The idea was that the tree would have the legal right to exist and be protected in perpetuity. While the tree that currently stands is actually a descendant of the original, it is still a popular and unique landmark in Athens, and visitors come from all over to see it. The deed itself, though not legally binding, is displayed nearby, and the story adds to the city's quirky charm. #TreeThatOwnsItself #AthensLandmark #NatureLovers #AthensLandmark #TreeThatOwnsItself #LocalLegends #AthensGA #IHPM