Atlanta GA The Varsity Vintage Landmark Architectural Cityscape Art
by Reid Callaway
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Atlanta GA The Varsity Vintage Landmark Architectural Cityscape Art
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Reid Callaway
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Atlanta GA The Varsity....by Reid Callaway
Vintage Architectural Cityscape Art........By Reid Callaway
Two miles of hot dogs, a ton of onions, 2500 pounds of potatoes, 5000 fried pies and 300 gallons of chili are made from scratch daily right here.
Since 1928...
What'll you have!.... What'll you have!... is the constant chorus one hears over the crowd noise when you walk into The Varsity. The original Varsity was opened in 1928 by Frank Gordy and is still family run today.
Through their dedication to freshness, superior quality, advanced technology and serving the best fast food, The Varsity has gained a reputation that is known worldwide.
The original Varsity has grown into a two-story "Launching Pad" that sits on more than 5 acres or almost two city blocks and can accommodate 600 cars and over 800 people inside.
The Varsity and its other sister locations have become Atlanta landmarks known and loved by all from around the world.
Many of us who have grown up in Atlanta know this historic sign at the famous The Varsity restaurant. If you have ever been to Atlanta, while driving thru it is very hard to miss this sign standing near the Georgia Institute of Technology campus and Interstate Highway 75 and 85's north/south bound lanes as they pass thru Atlanta. Standing here since 1928 as a salute to the relationship the Coca-Cola Company has had with its partner The Varsity. I captured this image on a beautiful sky blue day in Atlanta with white clouds adding color where needed. Enjoy this great historic and famous Atlanta Signage and Landmark.
The Varsity is a restaurant chain, iconic in the modern culture of Atlanta, Georgia. The main branch of the chain is the largest drive-in fast food restaurant in the world. In addition, the main location is responsible for more retail sales of Coca-Cola, on an annual basis than any other single location in the world, a record which has stood for many years. There are now six other branches across metro Atlanta, and another near the University of Georgia in Athens. The restaurant also offers catering services to the metro Atlanta region for both corporate and non-corporate functions, going as far east as Conyers and Stone Mountain, Georgia.
Originally named "The Yellow Jacket,' The Varsity was established in 1928 at the corner of Luckie Street and Hemphill Avenue in Midtown Atlanta.[5] Its founder, Frank Gordy, a Reinhardt University graduate, briefly attended The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) but dropped out in 1925. Then, as now, the restaurant catered heavily to Georgia Tech students. As the business grew, Gordy was forced to move the restaurant to 61 North Avenue (on the northwest corner of Spring Street) to accommodate the crowds; the present structure now covers two city blocks. It was here that the name was changed to "The Varsity," reflecting his desire to expand to other college campuses. During the drive-in era, The Varsity began its curbside service, which continues to this day.
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Reid Callaway
Thank you Ben for appreciating my artwork and for making this image one of your personal Favorites! 2/29/2024
Ben Stein's Fine
Hi reid, Love this image you created. I have been there and thoroughly enjoyed the experience! F/L
Reid Callaway
Thank you Lord for the buyer from New Orleans, LA and for their purchase on my image, "Atlanta Landmark The Varsity" as a 12" x 16" (252 Pieces)! May this image and Puzzle be a Blessing and wonderful memory for many years to come! 12/12/2023
Reid Callaway
Thank you Nader Rangidan for featuring my artwork in our group.... Fine Art America Professionals! 8/3/2023
Reid Callaway
Thank you Thomas Brewster for admiring my artwork and for making this image one of your personal Favorites! 6//23/2023
Reid Callaway
Thank you Marvin Spates for admiring my artwork and for making this image one of your personal Favorites! 1/11/2023
Reid Callaway
Thank you Marty Morales for admiring my artwork and for making this image one of your personal Favorites! 5/1/2022
Reid Callaway
Thank you Bob Christopher for admiring my artwork and for making this image one of your personal Favorites! 12/11/2021
Reid Callaway
Thank you to the buyer from Woodstock, GA for the purchase on my image, "Atlanta Landmark The Varsity" as a 12" x 8.5" Image and printed on Luster Photo Paper! May this image be a Blessing to you and bring back beautiful memories of this amazing eatery for years to come! 12/10/2021
Jacek Dudzinski
Beautifully done!. You inspire me. I would love, if You could let me know what you think about my work. ;-)
Reid Callaway
Thank you to the designer from Rockledge, FL for the purchase on my image, "Atlanta Landmark The Varsity" as a Puzzle - 20" x 28" (1,000 Pieces)! May this image be a Blessing and wonderful memory for many years to come! 12/2/2021
Reid Callaway
Thank you to the buyer from Macon, GA for the purchase on my image, "Atlanta Landmark The Varsity" as a 30" x 20" Metal Print! May this image be a Blessing to you and bring back wonderful memory of this awesome eatery for years to come! 11/11/2021
Reid Callaway
Thank you John Stephens for admiring my artwork and for making this image one of your personal Favorites! 8/21/2021
Reid Callaway
Thank you Christopher James for featuring my artwork in our group.....1000 Views! 8/20/2021
Reid Callaway
Thank you Doug Norkum for featuring my artwork in our group…..SunriseSunsets! 8/20/2021
Reid Callaway
Thank you Christopher for admiring my artwork and for making this image one of your personal Favorites! 8/20/2021
Christopher James
Congratulation.....your wonderful work has been featured in the 1000 Views on 1 Image Group ..... Please place your featured image in the Feature Archive and any other appropriate Archives l/f/p
Reid Callaway
Thank you to the designer from Atlanta, GA for the purchase on my image, "Atlanta Landmark The Varsity" as a 48" x 33" Glossy Canvas Print! May this image be a Blessing and beautiful memory for your customer for years to come! 8/19/2021