The purpose of this site is to serve as the official authoritative and fact based source for the 1875 Chestatee River Diving Bell located in Dahlonega, Georgia. The Diving Bell is a unique and rare example of early American diving technology that has national significance. Here, the details of the craft's history are factually documented. Although a significant amount of information is now known about the purposes of this unusual artifact, much still remains a mystery. We welcome you to discover how the Chestatee River Diving Bell was used to mine for gold in the mountains of North Georgia by exploring the articles below.
7. The Plaza Plaza design is by Richard Owens, bell artistic concept is by Chris O'Reilly. Official logo at the top of this page was created by Grant Searcey. No modifcations are allowed. Document Control Posted 1 April 2012 by Manny Carvalho. April 5, 2012 added official logo. July 4, 2012 added link to pavilion. Dec 13, 2012 added plaza image, deleted proposed design and changed pavilion to plaza on item 7. March 1, 2013 added link to article on the Unsung Heroes. July 23, 2013 added the video introduction. |