GREENE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

GREENSBORO, GA

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The Greene County Historical Society Museum is a historical museum located in Greensboro, GA. The museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history and heritage of Greene County, which was established in 1786 and played an important role in the development of Georgia.

The museum houses a diverse collection of artifacts, documents, and photographs that span over 200 years of Greene County's history. The exhibits cover a range of topics, including the Native American culture of the area, the early settlements and pioneer life, the Civil War and Reconstruction era, and the development of agriculture and industry in the region.

Visitors to the museum can also view a number of historic buildings that have been relocated to the museum grounds, including a one-room schoolhouse, a blacksmith shop, and a log cabin. In addition to its permanent exhibits, the museum hosts a variety of special events and programs throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and exhibits that explore specific aspects of Greene County's history.

Overall, the Greene County Historical Society Museum is a fascinating and educational destination for anyone interested in the history and culture of Georgia, and it offers a unique glimpse into the past of this important region.

GREENE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in GREENSBORO GA. US MID #8401300331

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>

Contact GREENE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM

GREENE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 238
GREENSBORO
GA
30642

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MID # 8401300331
Name GREENE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name GREENE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 510198510
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 33.506338, -83.206434
CODES FIPS State Code: 13
FIPS County Code: 133
US Census Tract: 950302
US Census Block: 1032