Vidalia Onion Museum — Attraction in Vidalia

"Fantastic!" This is how to describe the result of a "mistake" that created one of the most unique stories in the history of Vidalia, Toombs County, and Southeast Georgia.

It all started in the 1930's near Vidalia in Toombs County. Mr Ed Tensley had mistakenly planted the wrong onions, which created a new and different onion with a unique sweet taste.

In the 1940's, the State of Georgia had built a Farmer's Market in Vidalia for the tourist business. The new onion that was created was sold at this market. Soon, the name "Vidalia onion" was how the tourists refered to it.

The Vidalia onion became so popular by consumers, that distribution then expanded to the shelves of Piggly Wiggly and A&P groceries, and by the 1970's, distribution had expanded Nationwide. Production increased tenfold over the next decade.

The museum provides a "fantastic" history of growth and success. So much has been documented and so many items of memorabilia are on display. A kiosk provides an informative video of the growing process, and several large growers provide valuable insight. The kiosk also shows plans for their future museum location in downtown Vidalia.

This is a museum for all ages. there is something fun and interesting for everyone. Considering that the Vidalia onion is now the Official Vegetable of Georgia, this museum is a must-see, if you want to understand the success brought by this "mistake".

Ms Carolyn Brooks, Director, and Ms Juanita can introduce you to "Yumion, the onion's mascot, and tell you some great stories. There is so much more to discover, but you will have to come and see for yourself.

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Very cute little museum! Who knew you could do so much with onions lol. This was an enpromptu stop for us Thursday morning on our way back to Dublin. The people we're very friendly and welcoming. If you haven't been and are in the area swing by and check it out. Oh...There's cute little books in the gift shop that point out some other great adventures to be had in Georgia. My two looked at the three we got all the way home telling me all about Yumion's adventures and where all they wanted to...

WOW! What a great time on this self guided tour of the complicated Vadalia Onion. The museum allows a free tour to see the history of the Largest cash export of the State of Georgia. Yes while the state is known for peaches and pecans the Real revenue is from the name protected onion. Stand back "Champaign" from France, and "Tequila" from Jalasco, Mexico. "Vadalia" onions are only available from Georgia USA! The town is great. The museum is a great place to learn about the official...