Closed for Thanksgiving
The Thomasville History Center and Lapham-Patterson House will be closed on Thursday, November 28.
The Thomasville History Center and Lapham-Patterson House will be closed on Thursday, November 28.
Support the Thomasville History Center one holiday gift at a time at this year's Small Business Saturday on November 30 from 10am until 4pm. Shop in person at The Lobby […]
On the Sunday following Thanksgiving, over 2,100 museum stores representing all fifty states and the District of Columbia, twenty five countries, and five continents will offer inspired shopping at your […]
The Thomasville History Center and Lapham-Patterson House will be closed on December 24 and 25 in observance of the holiday.
The Lapham-Patterson House will be unable to welcome guests for afternoon tours on Saturday, January 18 due to a private event. Please visit that morning for tours at 10am or 11am. Thank you for your understanding!
The Thomasville History Center and Lapham-Patterson House will be closed on Wednesday, January 22 due to forecasted inclement weather. Please note that the City of Thomasville has enacted a curfew from 8pm Tuesday, January 21 until Wednesday, January 22 at 8am.
The Thomasville History Center and Lapham-Patterson House are pleased to participate in the Georgia History Festival’s Super Museum Sunday on February 9, 2025! Super Museum Sunday is part of the annual Georgia History Festival, the statewide K-12 educational event sponsored by the Georgia Historical Society. The History Center and LPH will join over 100 historic sites, […]
Laissez les bon temps rouler! Join your neighbors for a fun “parade” through town to celebrate Fat Tuesday. This family-friendly event will feature vibrant costumes, Mardi Gras flair, and community spirit. Bring your golf cart and your favorite people to help decorate and join in the revelry. This event offers something for everyone–get creative by […]
Join us March 18 from 1-3pm for a pop-up exhibit featuring archaeological finds from Site 8LE28, "Senet Hadjo's Town" located near Miccosukee, Florida. Artifacts on display range from pottery to jewelry to glass tools. The land owner has generously agreed to let the History Center share some of these finds with our membership. Members of the […]
Join us March 18 for an off-site for a talk with some of the leading experts on the history of First Missionary Baptist Church in Thomasville. Reverend Jeremy Rich and Preservationist Eric Menninger will discuss the history of the congregation and their findings on the building which has housed worshipers for generations. This event is […]
Join us March 28 for our annual spring hangout! This picnic event is free to the public with something to entertain guests of all ages. This year we are excited to be joined by Nina's Creamery who will be selling delicious sweet treats to melt your worries away! The bowling alley and playhouse will be […]