HAWKINS COUNTY GENEALOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

ROGERSVILLE, TN

Vardy Presbyterian Church Vardy Presbyterian Church is located in Vardy Valley of Hancock County, TN. The area was settled in the early 1800s by several Melungeons, led by Vardeman "Vardy" Collins. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Vardy School Community Historic District. While the school itself has collapsed, several nearby historic buildings make up this historic district. From Wikipedia: Vardy Presbyterian Church, a one-story structure built in 1899 by Morgan Osborne and Miles Watson of nearby Blackwater, Virginia. The church has white frame walls, a pitched tin roof, and a two-story side-gabled roof bell tower. The entrance to the church is via double-leaf door at the base of the bell tower. The church has pointed arch windows on its sides and a tripartite pointed-arch tracery window on its front façade. Heavy swinging double-doors divide the vestibule and sanctuary. Services continued at the Church until 1980. By 1984, when the Vardy school, church, and ancillary structures were added to the National Register of Historic Places, Vardy had just eight residents. With a $10,000 grant from the Tennessee Humanities Council, the Vardy Community Historical Society began restoring the Vardy Community School's surviving structures. In 2000, the group restored the Mahala Mullins Cabin (<a href="https://flic.kr/p/2ocGauc" rel="noreferrer nofollow">flic.kr/p/2ocGauc</a>) and moved it from atop Newman's Ridge to Vardy Blackwater Road, opposite the church. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vardy_Community_School" rel="noreferrer nofollow">en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vardy_Community_School</a>
Vardy Presbyterian Church Credit: SeeMidTN.com (aka Brent)

The Hawkins County Genealogical and Historical Society Inc is a non-profit organization located in Rogersville, Tennessee. The society was founded in 1973 with the aim of preserving and promoting the history and genealogy of Hawkins County and its surrounding areas. The society is run by a board of directors and is supported by a dedicated group of volunteers who work tirelessly to maintain its collections and provide educational programs to the public.

The society's headquarters is located in the historic Rogersville Train Depot, which was built in 1892 and has been restored to its original condition. The building houses a vast collection of historical documents, photographs, maps, and artifacts related to Hawkins County and the surrounding region. Visitors can browse through the archives and research their family history or learn about the history of the area through the society's exhibits.

The Hawkins County Genealogical and Historical Society Inc also hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and field trips. The society publishes a quarterly newsletter and maintains a website, which provides information about upcoming events, research resources, and membership information.

Overall, the Hawkins County Genealogical and Historical Society Inc plays a vital role in preserving and promoting the history of Hawkins County and its surrounding areas, and is a valuable resource for anyone interested in genealogy or local history.

HAWKINS COUNTY GENEALOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ROGERSVILLE TN. US MID #8404700305

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 4,506 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Vardy Presbyterian Church Vardy Presbyterian Church is located in Vardy Valley of Hancock County, TN. The area was settled in the early 1800s by several Melungeons, led by Vardeman "Vardy" Collins. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Vardy School Community Historic District. While the school itself has collapsed, several nearby historic buildings make up this historic district. From Wikipedia: Vardy Presbyterian Church, a one-story structure built in 1899 by Morgan Osborne and Miles Watson of nearby Blackwater, Virginia. The church has white frame walls, a pitched tin roof, and a two-story side-gabled roof bell tower. The entrance to the church is via double-leaf door at the base of the bell tower. The church has pointed arch windows on its sides and a tripartite pointed-arch tracery window on its front façade. Heavy swinging double-doors divide the vestibule and sanctuary. Services continued at the Church until 1980. By 1984, when the Vardy school, church, and ancillary structures were added to the National Register of Historic Places, Vardy had just eight residents. With a $10,000 grant from the Tennessee Humanities Council, the Vardy Community Historical Society began restoring the Vardy Community School's surviving structures. In 2000, the group restored the Mahala Mullins Cabin (<a href="https://flic.kr/p/2ocGauc" rel="noreferrer nofollow">flic.kr/p/2ocGauc</a>) and moved it from atop Newman's Ridge to Vardy Blackwater Road, opposite the church. <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vardy_Community_School" rel="noreferrer nofollow">en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vardy_Community_School</a>
Hancock County Old Jail - Sneedville, TN The Old Jail is on the National Register of Historic Places. Here is the text from its entry: <a href="https://npgallery.nps.gov/AssetDetail/NRIS/73001784" rel="noreferrer nofollow">npgallery.nps.gov/AssetDetail/NRIS/73001784</a> The "Old Jail," built circa 1860, is on Jail Street, one block west of the main street in Sneedville. It is a two-story brick structure painted red with a tin roof and a chimney on each side. Each of the seven openings on the front side is surmounted by a plain lintel painted white [Brent's note: white paint removed since 2009] The only attempt at any decoration is the brick corbeling across the front. The porch, which is a later addition and which covers the entrance floor, projects to the edge of the sidewalk. At present, there are three exterior entrances on the first floor. The center door appears not to be used now, but it leads into the center hall. It is flanked by two doors, each leading into the side rooms. On either side of these doors is a window, while there are three windows on the second floor. Although there is now a small clapboard wing, the house was originally only one room deep with a center hall having a stairway and with a room on each side. The two mantels on the first floor include a simple wood one and a small simple Victorian marble mantel. The "Old Jail" continues to be used for its original purpose. [Brent's note: this was written in 1973. Today it is a museum, library and genealogical society.] First floor rooms serve as the county sheriff's residence and the second floor is used for prisoners. Male prisoners are kept in a large steel cage in the open area. Female prisoners are placed in the smaller, enclosed room where the original sheathing can be detected. Located in the very rough and mountainous northeast section of Tennessee, Hancock County has always been one of the most sparsely populated and poorest counties in the state. The area, around which is now Sneedville, was settled in the first quarter of the nineteenth century and was originally called the Greasy Rock area. Hancock County was formed in 1844 from portions of Hawkins and Claiborne counties. Because of various constitutional disputes, however, Hancock County did not begin to conduct any business until 1848. In 1850, a small but substantial brick courthouse was erected as well as a log jail.- The latter was replaced in 1860 by the present brick building which continues to serve as the county jail. The courthouse burned shortly before 1887 according to the Goodspeed History of Tennessee. Some people claim the "Old Jail" to be the oldest building in Sneedville, which is quite possible. Certainly, it is the oldest public building, and the only one left having historical connections with the early years of the county. It is the major landmark in the area. Citizens have discussed the desirability of converting the "Old Jail" into a museum of local history after constructing a new jail, which they feel is desperately needed. In an area where buildings of architectural or historical significance are lacking, the Old Jail does possess significance for Hancock County.
VFW Soldier Statue - Sneedville, TN Erected and dedicated to the memory of all who have served and to those who gave their lives in the service of our country in all of our conflicts. This status is located on the grounds of the Hancock County Court House in Sneedville, TN.
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Town Motel - Sneedville, TN This motel is located along Main St. (TN33) across from the Hancock County Courthouse. However, I think the motel is now closed as the first floor is now a clothing store.
Sulphur Springs Missionary Baptist Church I have no info about this church building other than I found it along Blackwater Rd. east of Vardy in Hancock County, TN.
Hancock Co, TN War memorial This series of memorials is located on the grounds of the Hancock County Courthouse in Sneedville, TN. Featured in the middle is a marker for Navy General Preston Douglas. MIA 1943 - Found 2006. Welcome Home Jan 2008. Uploaded Memorial Day 2021

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HAWKINS COUNTY GENEALOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 262
ROGERSVILLE
TN
37857

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MID # 8404700305
Name HAWKINS COUNTY GENEALOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 581592979
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 4,506
REVENUE 4,506
LAT/LONG 36.409574, -82.994218
CODES FIPS State Code: 47
FIPS County Code: 073
US Census Tract: 050301
US Census Block: 1045