Macon-Bibb County honors late Doctor Betty Tolbert

The park opened in 2019 at the former site of Wise Avenue Park, and was named in her honor.

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) –Macon-Bibb County leaders along with family and friends, gathered Thursday morning at Doctor Betty Tolbert Park to honor her memory.

Dr. Tolbert was a lifelong educator who dedicated herself to serving the community.

The park opened in 2019 at the former site of Wise Avenue Park, and was named in her honor.

Tolbert’s daughter, Gail Tolbert-Smith, assisted in the unveiling of a plaque.

“I can hear her saying, ‘they’re doing that for me?’. She never worked for accolades and awards and recognition. She worked to change lives,” said Tolbert-Smith.

Doctor Tolbert worked for the Bibb County School District for 17 years, and founded Macon Progressive Academy.

Thursday would have been her 88th birthday.