ELBERT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

ELBERTON, GA

Boiled Peanuts (2024) Golston-Stand Thrift Store - 
2 miles northwest of Comer, Georgia, United States

It's unusual for me to consider posting a color version of a photo that I originally posted in black-and-white.  And...really, there was nothing wrong with the original, a very <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/wrherndon/4601950602/in/album-72177720315376572/">moody shot</a>.  But the color version is so different.  It almost sparkles.  It deserved to be seen.
Boiled Peanuts (2024) Credit: Bill Herndon

The Elbert County Historical Society Inc is a non-profit organization located in Elberton, Georgia, dedicated to preserving and promoting the history of Elbert County. The society was founded in the 1970s by a group of local residents who recognized the importance of preserving the county's rich and diverse history for future generations.

The society operates several programs and initiatives aimed at preserving and promoting Elbert County's history, including a museum that houses a collection of artifacts and exhibits that showcase the county's history. The museum is open to the public and offers educational programs and tours for school groups and visitors.

The Elbert County Historical Society also works to preserve and maintain historic sites throughout the county, including the Elberton Granite Museum and Exhibit, which highlights the history of the granite industry in Elbert County. The society also hosts events and activities throughout the year, including an annual Heritage Day festival and a Christmas Open House.

The Elbert County Historical Society Inc is run by a board of directors and relies on the support of volunteers and donors to carry out its mission of preserving and promoting the history of Elbert County. The society welcomes new members and volunteers who share their passion for preserving local history.

ELBERT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in ELBERTON GA. US MID #8401300333

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).

Contact ELBERT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

ELBERT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 1033
ELBERTON
GA
30635

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MID # 8401300333
Name ELBERT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 510212759
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 34.100144, -82.831746
CODES FIPS State Code: 13
FIPS County Code: 105
US Census Tract: 000500
US Census Block: 2003