MONROE COUNTY HISTORY CENTER

FORSYTH, GA

Credit: Old Shoe Woman

The Monroe County History Center in Forsyth, GA is a unique museum dedicated to preserving the history of the region. The Center was established in 2004 and is located in the historic Monroe County Courthouse. The museum features artifacts, photographs, documents, and other items related to the history of the area.

The museum houses several permanent exhibits that tell the story of Monroe County, from its early Native American settlers to its development during the Civil War and Reconstruction. Visitors can explore the history of the county through artifacts such as a Civil War cannon, a post-Civil War ledger of freedmen, and a cannonball from the Battle of Forsyth. Visitors can also view documents related to the settlement of the area from the early 19th century, as well as items from the late 19th century, such as clothing, tools, and even a quilt.

The Monroe County History Center also hosts special events and programs, including workshops, lectures, and field trips. These events provide the opportunity for visitors to learn more about the history of Monroe County, as well as its people and culture. In addition, the Center provides educational resources, such as lesson plans and teaching materials, to schools and other organizations.

The Monroe County History Center is an important resource for both locals and visitors to Forsyth, providing a unique insight into the region’s history.

MONROE COUNTY HISTORY CENTER is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FORSYTH GA. US MID #8401300398

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).

341/365–Senior Adult Christmas Luncheon in Forsyth, GA 12 of us from The Rock Church rode in the church van & our Suburban from Valdosta to Camp Timberlake—2.5 hrs north on I-75. All the Assembly of God ENCORE Ministries in Georgia were invited to attend. We were served delicious food, sang Christmas songs, & played a Christmas trivia game. It was a lot of fun & we had good fellowship. I am so happy that Jim decided to go & to drive. **ENCORE = age 50+ A lady used my new iPhone 15 Pro Max that I purchased yesterday.
Rose Theater - Forsyth, GA The Rose Theater is located on the town square in Forsyth. This photo was taken in 2020 and some renovations have been performed since then.
319/365–Riding South in Georgia Day 10: American Queen Steamboat cruise on Tennessee & Cumberland Rivers. Driving from Newnan to Hahira, Georgia with a stop at Buc-ee’s for gas & lunch at Waffle House in Perry.
224/365–Lunch at Buckner’s, near Atlanta, GA

Contact MONROE COUNTY HISTORY CENTER

MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 401
FORSYTH
GA
31029

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MONROE COUNTY HISTORY CENTER Information

MID # 8401300398
Name MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name MONROE COUNTY HISTORY CENTER
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 581275182
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201306
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 33.04397, -83.936893
CODES FIPS State Code: 13
FIPS County Code: 207
US Census Tract: 050102
US Census Block: 1131