WEAKLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY

MARTIN, TN

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The Weakley County Historical & Genealogical Society is a non-profit organization located in Martin, TN, dedicated to preserving the history and genealogy of Weakley County, Tennessee. The society was founded in 1989 and has been actively serving the community ever since.

The society's main activities include collecting and preserving historical documents, photographs, and artifacts related to Weakley County's history. They also provide research assistance and resources to those interested in genealogy and family history. The society hosts regular meetings, guest speakers, and educational events to promote the study and understanding of local history.

The Weakley County Historical & Genealogical Society is located in a historic building that was once a hotel and later a hospital. The building has been renovated and now serves as the society's headquarters and museum. The museum features exhibits on local history, including displays on the Civil War, agriculture, and notable figures from Weakley County's past.

The society's members are passionate about preserving and sharing the history of Weakley County. They are dedicated to educating the public about the rich heritage of the area and providing resources for those interested in learning more. The Weakley County Historical & Genealogical Society is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Weakley County or researching their family history in the area.

WEAKLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in MARTIN TN. US MID #8404700488

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).

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Old Skullbone Store (Gibson County, Tennessee) Old Skullbone Store in Gibson County, Tennessee. The general store opened in 1948 to serve this rural agricultural area known as Skullbonia. It became a local landmark and attracted travelers over the years. The store closed in 2019. The Skullbone Store was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 (NRHP No. 99001369).
Old Skullbone Store (Gibson County, Tennessee) Old Skullbone Store in Gibson County, Tennessee. The general store opened in 1948 to serve this rural agricultural area known as Skullbonia. It became a local landmark and attracted travelers over the years. The store closed in 2019. The Skullbone Store was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 (NRHP No. 99001369).
Robert A. "Fats" Everett Statue (Union City, Tennessee) 1970 Robert A. "Fats" Everett (1915-1969) monument in front of the Obion County Courthouse in Union City, Tennessee. Everett was a state legislator and U.S. Congressman.
Obion County Courthouse (Union City, Tennessee) Historic Obion County Courthouse in Union City, Tennessee. The courthouse was constructed in 1940 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. The PWA Moderne style building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995 (NRHP No. 95000340).
Obion County Courthouse (Union City, Tennessee) Historic Obion County Courthouse in Union City, Tennessee. The courthouse was constructed in 1940 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. The PWA Moderne style building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995 (NRHP No. 95000340).
U.S. Post Office (Union City, Tennessee) Historic 1913 U.S. Post Office in Union City, Tennessee. The Georgian Revival style building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1988 (NRHP District No. 84003671).
Obion County Confederate Monument (Union City, Tennessee) Historic Confederate Monument in Union City, Tennessee. The Civil War monument was dedicated to the Confederate soldiers from Obion County. It was first erected on the grounds of the previous Obion County Courthouse in 1909. It was relocated to its present location in Railroad Park (now Kiwanis Park) when construction began on a new county courthouse in 1939. The monument was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 as a contributing resource to the Railroad Park listing (NRHP No. 99000535).
Obion County Confederate Monument (Union City, Tennessee) Historic Confederate Monument in Union City, Tennessee. The Civil War monument was dedicated to the Confederate soldiers from Obion County. It was first erected on the grounds of the previous Obion County Courthouse in 1909. It was relocated to its present location in Railroad Park (now Kiwanis Park) when construction began on a new county courthouse in 1939. The monument was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 as a contributing resource to the Railroad Park listing (NRHP No. 99000535).
Old Skullbone Store (Gibson County, Tennessee) Old Skullbone Store in Gibson County, Tennessee. The general store opened in 1948 to serve this rural agricultural area known as Skullbonia. It became a local landmark and attracted travelers over the years. The store closed in 2019. The Skullbone Store was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 (NRHP No. 99001369).
Obion County Courthouse (Union City, Tennessee) Historic Obion County Courthouse in Union City, Tennessee. The courthouse was constructed in 1940 as a New Deal Public Works Administration (PWA) project. The PWA Moderne style building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995 (NRHP No. 95000340).

Contact WEAKLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY

WEAKLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 894
MARTIN
TN
38237-0894

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MID # 8404700488
Name WEAKLEY COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 621735101
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 36.345033, -88.850174
CODES FIPS State Code: 47
FIPS County Code: 183
US Census Tract: 968203
US Census Block: 1056