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The 5th deadliest Tornado in the US happened in 1936, leaving a path of destruction in Downtown Gainesville. April 6, 2011 marked the 75th anniversary of that terrible day and the fascinating resurrection of "A City Laid Waste."

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1936 Gainesville Tornado 75th Anniversary

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At 8:27 AM, on April 6, 1936, the fifth deadliest tornado in the US came through downtown Gainesville. The tornado left widespread destruction, killing over 203 people and injuring another 1600.

Seventy-five years later, the Main Street Gainesville and the Northeast History Center lead the community in remembering that terrible day and the fascinating resurrection of "A City Laid Waste." A plaque dedication ceremony was held on the Downtown Gainesville Square on April 6 at 8:15 AM.

The Northeast Georgia History Center will host events throughout April, click here to see the list of activities.

Click here to watch March's Eye on Gainesville - 1936 Tornado 75th Anniversary!

Click below to step back in time and download our self-guided walking tour of the 1936 destruction in Downtown Gainesville.