170 College Avenue
Historic building in Athens, Georgia
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170 College Avenue is a historic building in Athens, Georgia, United States. It became notable as the office of the band R.E.M. between 1995 and 2011,[1][2] having moved from West Clayton Street (where their rehearsal studio remained).[3][4]
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| Location | Athens, Georgia, U.S., 170 College Avenue |
| Coordinates | 33.958326°N 83.37519°W |
In 1909, the property was the home of Rosa A. Von der Lieth's art embroidery materials and fancy goods.[5] The following year, The Citizens Bank and Trust Company moved there from 197 East Clayton Street.[6] Immediately prior to becoming the home of R.E.M./Athens LLC, it was the office of attorneys Winburn, Lewis & Barrow.[7]