Our Past. Our Future.
The Northeast Georgia History Center is dedicated to preserving and sharing our regional history and being our community’s pathway to history education. Through our educational programs, community events, exhibits, and historic structures, we strive to be a leading resource for promoting a greater understanding of local, state, and national history.
Upcoming Events
New Permanent Exhibit Opening!
Threads of Sacrifice: Stories from Northeast Georgia
Opening November 11th, this new permanent exhibit honors the men and women of Northeast Georgia who served in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. Through uniforms, letters, photographs, and personal stories, visitors will explore how global conflicts shaped our local community.
In honor of Veterans Day, we’re offering free admission for all veterans on November 11th. Join us as we dedicate this new space to the courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of our region’s heroes.
We are thankful to those family members who have donated time, artifacts, or given us the funding to make this exhibit happen. We can’t wait to share it with you!
A Revolutionary War Experience Community Day: In Collaboration with the Sons and Daughters of the American Revolution
Saturday, November 15th, 10am to 1pm
Join us for The Revolutionary War Community Day, in collaboration with the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution.
Admission starts at 10am, followed shortly by introductory remarks by local and state DAR Regents and our Director of Education in the Founders Hall. At 11 and 12:30, there will be a presentation on General Lafayette in the Education Center Room. At 11:45, a demonstration by the SAR will begin in the Outdoor Amphitheater.
Throughout the event, there will be SAR reenactors at the White Path Cabin, who will answer questions and talk about life during the American Revolution. Next to the Cabin, there will be an ongoing live demonstration in the Blacksmith Shop. There will be a Story Jar and Georgia During the Revolution Display in the Founders Hall, as well as Old Fashioned Toys and Games. Additionally, there will be a special Revolutionary themed craft activity in the Hall.
Pre-Registration Now Open! https://negahc.charityproud.org/EventRegistration/Index/25453
New Temporary Exhibit Opening!
The American Revolution Traveling Exhibit - In Partnership with The Daughters of the American Revolution
Open November 5th through November 20th; Special Hours Included
Step back into the birth of a nation with The Revolutionary War Exhibit, a traveling experience from the American Battlefield Trust, generously brought to Gainesville by the Daughters of the American Revolution.
This interactive and beautifully curated exhibit explores the people, places, and pivotal moments that shaped the American Revolution. The exhibit will be on display in our Rotunda through November 21st and is free to the public. To give everyone a chance to visit, we’ll be open special additional days — November 10, 11, 17, and 18 during regular hours.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience the Revolution come to life — right here in Northeast Georgia!
Join us for programs throughout the year for all ages.
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Stay tuned for our Fall schedule of events!
In the meantime, visit the museum and tour the historic White Path Cabin, the Hoyt Herrin Blacksmith Shop, the American Freedom Garden, and our artifact-filled exhibits.
Early American Daily Life Program
Experience the past in real-time with historic demonstrations and activities to learn about daily American life in the 18th and 19th centuries. Enter the historic White Path Cabin, once home to Cherokee leader Nunna-tsune-ga “White Path,” play with historic toys and games like hoop trundling and cup-and-ball, watch a blacksmithing demonstration in the Hoyt Herrin Blacksmith Shop, and explore artifacts during an Exhibit Scavenger Hunt.
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