EATONTON PUTNAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY

EATONTON, GA

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The Eatonton Putnam Historical Society, located in Eatonton, Georgia, is a non-profit organization, dedicated to the preservation, interpretation, and promotion of the local history of Putnam County. Founded in 1986, the organization's mission is to inspire and encourage an appreciation of history and foster an understanding of the county's unique cultural heritage.

The Society's membership includes local individuals, families, and businesses, and is open to anyone interested in preserving the county's heritage. The Society operates a museum in the old Putnam County Courthouse, which houses an extensive collection of artifacts, documents, and photographs. The museum is open to the public and offers a range of educational programs related to local history, cultural traditions, and genealogy.

The Society also sponsors a variety of activities, such as lectures, exhibits, field trips, and special events. Each year, the Society organizes the Putnam County Heritage Festival, which features a series of events and activities celebrating the county's history and culture. The Society also produces a quarterly newsletter, providing updates on the organization's activities and events.

The Eatonton Putnam Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and sharing the county's rich history and cultural heritage. Through its educational programs and activities, the Society is committed to increasing awareness and understanding of the county's unique past.

EATONTON PUTNAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in EATONTON GA. US MID #8401300106

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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Uncle Remus Museum The Uncle Remus Museum in Eatonton, Georgia. An historical marker at the site says: "This memorial to Joel Chandler Harris, born in Eatonton Dec 9, 1848, was constructed from three slave cabins found in Putnam County. Uncle Remus Museum, Inc. a local non-profit organization of dedicated citizens established and maintained its operation continuously from the opening on April 21, 1963. Turner Park is a part of the home place of Joseph Sidney Turner, the 'little boy' to whom the world of famous stories of the 'critters' were told by 'Uncle Remus', Harris' unique creation. Turner grew up at 'Turnwold', nine miles east of Eatonton, home of his father, Joseph Addison Turner, where Harris had his first job assisting in printing The Countryman." See More: <a href="https://www.howderfamily.com/blog/?p=29341" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Southern Hills, Day 4</a>
Uncle Remus Museum The Uncle Remus Museum in Eatonton, Georgia. An historical marker at the site says: "This memorial to Joel Chandler Harris, born in Eatonton Dec 9, 1848, was constructed from three slave cabins found in Putnam County. Uncle Remus Museum, Inc. a local non-profit organization of dedicated citizens established and maintained its operation continuously from the opening on April 21, 1963. Turner Park is a part of the home place of Joseph Sidney Turner, the 'little boy' to whom the world of famous stories of the 'critters' were told by 'Uncle Remus', Harris' unique creation. Turner grew up at 'Turnwold', nine miles east of Eatonton, home of his father, Joseph Addison Turner, where Harris had his first job assisting in printing The Countryman." See More: <a href="https://www.howderfamily.com/blog/?p=29341" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Southern Hills, Day 4</a>
Uncle Remus Museum The Uncle Remus Museum in Eatonton, Georgia. An historical marker at the site says: "This memorial to Joel Chandler Harris, born in Eatonton Dec 9, 1848, was constructed from three slave cabins found in Putnam County. Uncle Remus Museum, Inc. a local non-profit organization of dedicated citizens established and maintained its operation continuously from the opening on April 21, 1963. Turner Park is a part of the home place of Joseph Sidney Turner, the 'little boy' to whom the world of famous stories of the 'critters' were told by 'Uncle Remus', Harris' unique creation. Turner grew up at 'Turnwold', nine miles east of Eatonton, home of his father, Joseph Addison Turner, where Harris had his first job assisting in printing The Countryman." See More: <a href="https://www.howderfamily.com/blog/?p=29341" rel="noreferrer nofollow">Southern Hills, Day 4</a>

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EATONTON PUTNAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY
114 N MADISON AVE
EATONTON
GA
31024

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MID # 8401300106
Name EATONTON PUTNAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 33.326481, -83.390053
CODES FIPS State Code: 13
FIPS County Code: 237
US Census Tract: 960202
US Census Block: 7023