About the Islands

Interview excerpts from the Coastal Nature, Coastal Culture symposium Feburary 18-20, 2016 Savannah, Georgia

The team interviewed six presenters with expertise on the environmental histories of the Georgia coast. These excerpts provide an introduction to the industry, culture, and ecology of this dynamic environment.

The Georgia Coast Atlas

The Georgia coast, approximately 100 miles long is defined by its barrier islands and their back-barrier environments.

About the Atlas

The Georgia Coast Atlas is a collaborative project between the Emory Center for Digital Scholarship and the Emory Environmental Sciences department.

Meet the Team

Experts talk about the industry, culture, and ecology of the Georgia Coast.

About the Islands

Learn about the maps used in the Atlas and how to navigate the site.

Using the Atlas