Thomasville History Center
The Thomasville History Center is a private non-profit community organization that connects the Red Hills’ past with its present to inspire and enrich current and future generations.
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Celebrate Thomas County's Bicentennial @ Victorian Christmas
Working alongside the Thomas County Board of Commissioners, the Thomasville History Center is hosting “An Act: A Commemorative Reading of An Act to Create Two New Counties,” the foundational document signed 200 years ago to create Thomas County.
This event is FREE and open to the public.
Join us at Victorian Christmas (December 11th and 12th) as we explore the past 200 years of Thomas County’s history. We’ll have artifacts on display for guests to discover, a slideshow full of images showcasing our community’s past, a performance of the founding document, Bicentennial memorabilia, and so much more! Guests are encouraged to join in the fun by participating in the reading and interacting with costumed interpreters. Be part of this historic evening as we look back on the last 200 years and look forward to the community’s future! Click the image (left) to learn more.
Holiday Open House @ the Lapham-Patterson House
#GivingTuesday
Thanks to your generosity, we raised $4,175 this Giving Tuesday (December 2nd) in support of the Thomasville History Center!
Your contributions help us continue our mission to preserve and share the remarkable history of Thomas County through education, exhibitions, collections care, and the stewardship of our historic campus.
Welcome to Thomasville History Center
Discover why Thomasville is a place apart; visit our three-acre campus and immerse yourself in Thomas County’s history as you explore our seven historic structures. Ask us about our tours and group rates. You can get involved by becoming a member or attending one or all of our upcoming events happening at the History Center.
7 Historic Buildings to Explore
Learn With us
Learning experiences with the History Center don‘t end at the gallery doors. Expand your skills and follow your curiosity as we learn from the history, people, and stories of the Red Hills region.
View Our Collections & Archives
The collections of the History Center are available to members and to the general public.
Don’t miss the opportunity to find distinctive keepsakes at our museum’s exclusive gift shop, The Lobby at the Thomasville History Center – your gateway to a historical shopping experience.
Shop Hours
Monday – Saturday
10am – 4pm
Lapham-Patterson House
The whimsical 6,000 square-foot house is a showcase for the progressive eccentricities of Lapham, his architect Tudor Rommerdal, and the late Victorian era in general.
About the Tour
Guests will receive a guided tour of all three floors (mobility permitting) of the Lapham-Patterson House and learn about the residents, architecture, and technology of the 1885 Resort Era “cottage.”
Become A Member
Since 1952, the Thomasville History Center has worked to collect, preserve, and share the story of Thomasville, Thomas County, and its people. With your help, we can continue to preserve our past and inspire our future!
The History Center Blog
Happy Founding Eve!
You might have heard that Thomas County turns 200 years old this year. This specifically happens on December 23, 2025, the day when, 200 years ago, the Georgia House of Representatives passed an act which created two new counties: Lowndes […]
