History Cherokee

Last Friday, we felt the Husky spirit from Hasty Elementary School Fine Arts Academy ?? Over 180 students took a guided tour through the galleries at the Cherokee County History Center and participated in two interactive workshops: one on the regions and rivers of GA, the other on the Cherokee Syllabury and culture. We want to thank both Georgia Power Company Foundation and City of Canton, Georgia for sponsoring this field trip, the teachers for supervising, and our staff and volunteers for making this possible! Interested in booking a field trip to the History Center? Visit https://lnkd.in/efyTKgZZ or contact our Education & Programs Manager, Kady, at [email protected] #FieldTrip #HistoryIsHere #HastyHuskies #HastyElementary

Last Tuesday, we had the chance to celebrate Cherokee County's "Love Where you Live" initiative, where the County presented checks to local nonprofits Never Alone and Stand Up for Seniors. We're proud to support our community through purchasing exclusive "Love Where You Live" shirts to sell in our shop! You can support Cherokee County's initiative by purchasing your very own "Love Where You Live" shirt at the Cherokee County History Center's Museum Shop. Get yours today by visiting historycherokee.org/visit to see our operating hours and location. #LoveWhereYouLive #CherokeeCountyGA #WeHeartCherokeeCounty #HistoryIsHere

Our Education Manager, Kady, has been busy this past week with school groups! Last week, Wild Beginnings Home School group came to the museum for a guided tour through our exhibits led by Kady. During their trip, the kids got a sneak peek into our now open temporary exhibit, “A Century of Toys: 100 Years of Play.” Then earlier this week, over 100 students from Birmingham Falls Elementary came to the History Center for a guided tour, story time, and activities at the Canton Theatre. We want to give a big thank you to our wonderful volunteers, staff, and our friends at the Historic Canton Theatre for making this possible. #Education #FieldTrips #MuseumTrip #HistoryIsHere

The Cherokee County History Center features many fascinating artifacts from the past like this Medical Kit on loan from Juanita Hughes/Preservation Woodstock. This medical kit was used by Dr. William Hiram Dean (1824-1912). After moving to Cherokee County in 1851, he served as a surgeon in the Confederacy during the Civil War. Following his service in the war, he became a traveling doctor and brought his medical kit to people’s houses to tend the sick and injured. His grandson, Linton Dean, ran Dean's Store in Woodstock, which became a staple in Woodstock for over 75 years. To help us preserve stories and artifacts like this, consider making a gift to the Preserving our Legacy fund. Now is the time to leave a lasting legacy while supporting all of the work that History Cherokee does within and beyond our community. See what naming opportunities are available at https://lnkd.in/ecUEmC5c #HistoryIsHere #WoodstockGA #CherokeeCountyGA #LocalHistory #SupportLocal

Our Education & Programs Manager, Kady, and Marketing & Communications Manager, Kathy, spent last Friday at Vitruvian Health's North Georgia Autism Conference sharing information about our Sensory Friendly Sunday programs, Social Narrative, and other resources we provide to make the Cherokee County History Center accessible. We're so glad to have connected with so many people at the conference. We hope to see you at the Cherokee County History Center! #Conference #HistoryIsHere #Outreach #Museums

We are thrilled to share our deepest gratitude to Lee Garrison Lusk and Brittani daCamara Lusk for their generous sponsorship of the Emerging Businesses Exhibit! Lee and Brittani share a love for historic renovation and real estate investment. Together they have transformed numerous properties throughout Cherokee County, most notably The Wheeler House in Ball Ground. Although they are now parents to three sons, Lee and Brittani are still active in running The Wheeler House and they continue to be actively involved in historic preservation. When asked about what inspires her and Lee to restore historic properties, Brittani stated, “Anybody can build something new but it takes a certain level of creativity and innovation to revitalize something historic. It's often not the easiest route, but it's always an extremely rewarding challenge when we complete a project and breathe new life into a historic building once forgotten.” We are incredibly fortunate to have Lee and Brittani’s support for the Emerging Businesses exhibit, and we look forward to continuing to celebrate the innovation and entrepreneurship that help our community thrive. Thank you, Lee and Brittani, for your generous sponsorship and for all you do in the community! Funds raised from the Preserving our Legacy Exhibit Fund support essential operating expenses, including educational programming, scholarships for summer camp, and school tours. To view sponsorship opportunities or to learn more about the Exhibit Fund, please visit https://lnkd.in/eiCDQMea #PreservingOurLegacy #MuseumExhibits #HistoricPreservation #Preserve #HistoryIsHere

We enjoyed having you all at the History Center yesterday! Thank you all for your continued commitment to service in our community and for engaging in our County's rich past. Both the Cherokee County History Center and the Rock Barn offer a stunning space in a distinct historic venue perfect for your organization or company's next meeting. Visit https://lnkd.in/dKWAqNf4 to learn more!

Yesterday we had the honor of cutting the ribbon for a new marker commemorating Historic Stumptown. For a mid-July morning, we could not have had better weather. Thank you to the City of Canton for working with us on the marker and thank you to everyone who attended the ribbon cutting. All of us at History Cherokee enjoyed spending the morning with you, hearing your stories, and commemorating this important place.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 23, 2024 History Cherokee Announces Ticket Sales for Annual Historic Preservation Awards CANTON, GA – History Cherokee is thrilled to announce that tickets are now on sale for the Annual Historic Preservation Awards Banquet. This esteemed event recognizes homes, businesses, and individuals who have played a significant role in preserving the rich history of Cherokee County. The banquet will take place on Thursday, August 22, at 6:30 p.m. at the Cherokee County Conference Center at the Bluffs. The evening promises to be a memorable celebration with live music, terrific food, a cash bar, and the highly anticipated awards ceremony. Event Details: Date: Thursday, August 22 Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Cherokee County Conference Center at The Bluffs Tickets: $35 per person (price increases to $45 after 5 p.m. on August 5) Purchase Tickets: https://lnkd.in/exusZkpx Sheriff Frank Reynolds will be the keynote speaker. Reynolds is a longtime resident of Cherokee County and has served as sheriff since 2017. He is married to Jennifer DeBord Reynolds, Ed.D., and is a proud father of three. Kurt Lee Wheeler, a beloved singer/songwriter born and raised in Cherokee County, will provide live entertainment during the cocktail hour. His musical style ranges from country to bluegrass to rock, and his lineup includes the song "Cherokee County," named the official song of Cherokee County. The Historic Preservation Awards are determined by a committee of volunteers who visit nominated properties, talk with the property owners, and learn about the sites. In 2023, the following properties received a Historic Preservation Award: Rusk Family Cemetery in Woodstock, the Roberts Lake Dam & Power Generation Facility in Ball Ground, Dot's Fine Wine & Craft in Ball Ground, Downtown Kitchen Building in Canton, the Wilson-Clark Home in Canton, and the Cox-Luman Homeplace in Waleska. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate and honor the individuals and organizations dedicated to preserving our local history. Purchase your tickets today and join us for an evening of recognition, music, and community. For more information and to buy tickets, visit?https://lnkd.in/exusZkpx?or all 770-345-3288. Thank you to Marshall and Kathy Day and Bob and Debra Husley for their sponsorship of this event. About History Cherokee History Cherokee operates the Cherokee County History Center and the Historic Rock Barn. History Cherokee’s mission is the collection, preservation, and interpretation of Cherokee County history. ###