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# Thomasville History Center

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- [The Fourths of Our Forefathers: 200 Years of Independence Day Celebrations in Thomasville](https://thomasvillehistory.org/the-fourths-of-our-forefathers-200-years-of-independence-day-celebrations-in-thomasville/) - By Meme GreitzerWhen you think of the Fourth of July in Thomasville, what comes to mind? Fireworks? Hot dogs and watermelon? Fighting gnats and searching for the best parking spot to see the light show? In honor of the Nation's 250th, we're looking back to see how this occasion was celebrated in Thomasville's history. From
- [WCTV: Something Good: Historical marker reinstalled for World War II hospital in Thomasville](https://thomasvillehistory.org/wctv-something-good-historical-marker-reinstalled-for-world-war-ii-hospital-in-thomasville-copy/) - The Thomasville History Center and the Georgia Historical Society have reinstalled the historical marker for Finney General Hospital.
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise: Georgia Historical Marker for Finney General Hospital reinstalled in Thomasville](https://thomasvillehistory.org/wctv-something-good-historical-marker-reinstalled-for-world-war-ii-hospital-in-thomasville/) - The Thomasville History Center, in collaboration with the Georgia Historical Society, is pleased to announce the reinstallation of the Georgia Historical Marker for Finney General Hospital, preserving an important public-history landmark connected to Thomasville’s World War II history.
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise: Thomasville History Center awarded 1772 Foundation Grant for Metcalfe Courthouse preservation](https://thomasvillehistory.org/bluestar2026-2/) - The Thomasville History Center has been awarded a $10,000 matching grant through the 1772 Foundation in partnership with the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation to support exterior rehabilitation of the historic Metcalfe Courthouse. The award is part of $125,000 in preservation funding distributed this year to fourteen nonprofit organizations across Georgia maintaining historic sites and community landmarks.
- [A Tale of Three Bostons (Part 2)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/a-tale-of-three-bostons-part-2/) - Last time, we left you on a cliff hanger: Who is “W” who wrote the original history of Boston, Georgia? And who were the “Watson and Graves” that featured so prominently in this origin story?While unconfirmed, the most likely candidate for “W” is Shelby Walker Davis, or S.W. Davis, conveying stories from his father, John
- [Thomasville Insights: Season 5 Episode 17- Thomasville History We Need to Know](https://thomasvillehistory.org/insightspodcast/) - On this episode, we interview History Center Curator Ephraim Rotter, who fills us in on some important local history and more. Some of the topics include: • History Center Lunch and Learn updates plus what’s next • How Thomas County and Thomasville get their names • Why Lot 39 matters to the city’s beginning • Henry O. Flipper’s legacy through the wider Flipper family’s achievements • Why politicians and public figures choose to visit Thomasville • John F. Archbold’s local influence beyond building a hospital • Why does Thomasville have an odd street layout?
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise: Thomasville welcomes Georgia Red Carpet Tour](https://thomasvillehistory.org/redcarpettour/) - The Payroll Development Authority welcomed the Georgia Red Carpet Tour to Thomasville over the weekend. Hosted annually during the Masters Tournament, this prestigious, invitation-only event brings global business leaders to Georgia to experience firsthand what makes the Peach State a strong place to live, work, and invest. With stops in both Thomasville and August, the City of Roses had a unique opportunity to shine on a statewide stage. The Georgia Red Carpet Tour, led by partners including the Georgia Allies, Georgia Chamber of Commerce, Georgia Department of Economic Development, and the local Payroll Development Authority, is designed to “soft sell” Georgia by connecting decision makers with communities and showcasing real opportunities for growth and opportunities.
- [WCTV: Thomas County reflects on 200 years of history during Bicentennial Commemoration board meeting](https://thomasvillehistory.org/commemorativemeeting-2/) - To mark 200 years of history, stewardship and service, the Thomas County Board of Commissioners held a Bicentennial Commemoration board meeting Tuesday. The special meeting included a reenactment of the proclamation reading in which Thomas County was formed on Dec. 23, 1825. The Thomasville History Center also presented a 30-minute historical video, giving the community a look at the county’s changes throughout the years.
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise: Thomasville organizations join National Blue Star Museums program for summer 2026](https://thomasvillehistory.org/bluestar2026/) - Three Thomasville cultural organizations —Pebble Hill Plantation, Thomasville Center for the Arts, and the Thomasville History Center — are proud to announce their participation in the 2026 Blue Star Museums program, a national initiative offering free summer admission to currently serving military personnel and their families.
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise: Thomas County celebrates Bicentennial with Commemorative Board meeting](https://thomasvillehistory.org/commemorativemeeting/) - The Thomas County Board of Commissioners gathered on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, to mark 200 years of service, stewardship, and shared history. Donned in matching period attire, the Commissioners held a Commemorative Board meeting, where those in attendance heard a presentation of the Act of the General Assembly of December 23, 1825, to form two new counties from the preexisting counties of Irwin and Decatur. Read more at: https://timesenterprise.com/2025/12/23/thomas-county-celebrates-bicentennial-with-commemorative-board-meeting/
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise: Bell named Executive Director of the Thomasville History Center](https://thomasvillehistory.org/belldirector/) - The Thomasville History Center is excited to announce the hiring of Austin Bell as its new Executive Director. A graduate of the University of Florida, Bell comes to the Thomasville History Center after years of working in both state and local museums, most recently working at the Museum of Florida History in Tallahassee as the Chief Curator. Prior to that, Bell was in Marco Island, Fla., working as a Curator of Collections for the Marco Island Historical Society.
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise: Perfect Alignment: An Equinox Evening with Lapham to debut March 20](https://thomasvillehistory.org/equinoxevening/) - On March 20, the Thomasville History Center will debut Perfect Alignment: An Equinox Evening with Lapham, a new immersive fundraising dinner at the historic Lapham-Patterson House. Timed with the spring equinox, the evening centers on a rare architectural phenomenon: on just two days each year, sunlight aligns with key features of the house, revealing effects that reflect the intentional design of its original owner, Charles Lapham. A dabbling Spiritualist, Lapham incorporated symbolism, orientation, and belief into the layout of the home — themes that will guide the evening’s program.
- [A Tale of Three Bostons](https://thomasvillehistory.org/a-tale-of-three-bostons/) - By Ephraim RotterThe origin story of the Thomas County city of Boston, the second oldest city in the county, has been well honed since America’s Bicentennial in 1976. The telling goes something like this: A man named Thomas Boston was a frequent visitor to early Thomas County, by way of stagecoach. He (in some tellings)
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise: Thomasville History Center joins Rose Show festivities](https://thomasvillehistory.org/roseshow2026/) - The Thomasville History Center will join in this year’s Rose Show & Festival with a series of special offerings that highlight the community’s traditions during Thomasville’s historic bicentennial year. At the Lapham-Patterson House, the History Center will present Thomasville & Tiaras, a pop-up exhibit featuring a curated display of past Thomasville Rose Queen gowns and crowns. The exhibit offers visitors a rare opportunity to explore the pageantry and legacy of one of Thomasville’s most cherished annual traditions within an iconic historic home. The exhibit will be on view from April 23 through May 16, 2026, and is included with regular guided tour admission at the Lapham-Patterson House, offered Thursday through Saturday. Tickets are available online or at the Thomasville History Center front desk.
- [How Does Your Garden Grow?](https://thomasvillehistory.org/how-does-your-garden-grow/) - Spring is in the air and so is the pollen! As we shake off the last frosty days of winter, many plants are blooming and turning Thomasville into a beautiful sight to behold. And many people are getting out and returning to their gardens. With several historic garden clubs in our area and a rose
- [What's Love Got to Do with It?](https://thomasvillehistory.org/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it/) - Love is in the air and on the shelves this time of year, making it a good time to talk about love in Thomasville. Not the gushy community love or loving our neighbors, but love with a capital L. The Love that can be found on Love Street in the Tockwotten Neighborhood. How did this
- ["Another Bad Day": The Diary of Henrietta Eugenia Vickers Armstrong (Epilogue)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/another-bad-day-the-diary-of-henrietta-eugenia-vickers-armstrong-epilogue/) - What must it have been like to live in Thomasville at the brink of the Civil War? Here at the History Center we have the transcript of a diary written by a young, seventeen-year-old woman over the year of 1861. This diary not only gives us insight into this question but also paints a vivid
- [WCTV's 70th Anniversary: A look back at our history with Thomasville](https://thomasvillehistory.org/wctvs-70th-anniversary-a-look-back-at-our-history-with-thomasville/) - As WCTV celebrates its 70th anniversary, here’s a look at the station’s true start and its impact in Thomasville, Georgia.
- [Happy Founding Eve!](https://thomasvillehistory.org/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 County to our right and Thomas County, a much bigger county than what we know
- ["Another Bad Day": The Diary of Henrietta Eugenia Vickers Armstrong (Part 4)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/another-bad-day-the-diary-of-henrietta-eugenia-vickers-armstrong-part-4/) - What must it have been like to live in Thomasville at the brink of the Civil War? Here at the History Center we have the transcript of a diary written by a young, seventeen-year-old woman over the year of 1861. This diary not only gives us insight into this question but also paints a vivid
- [Halloween of Yesteryear](https://thomasvillehistory.org/halloween-of-yesteryear/) - We’re kicking it old-school this week with some Halloween activities you can do at home! We’ve pulled some pages from a book in our collections entitled, My Activity Book: The How and Why Program Activity Unit for Mother, Teacher, Child, a workbook of games, activities, crafts, and lessons put together by educators from around the
- [Grave Matters: The Tale of Edward Remington Seixas](https://thomasvillehistory.org/grave-matters-the-tale-of-edward-remington-seixas/) - As we continue our spooky tales during the month of October, let’s travel to the Old City Cemetery to meet one of its unfortunate residents. This cemetery was the first public cemetery installed in Thomasville in 1858, almost 30 years after the establishment of the town. Prior to the establishment of the public burial grounds,
- [Written in Stone](https://thomasvillehistory.org/written-in-stone/) - Spooky season is soon approaching and the aisles of Walmart are lined with candy, costumes, and decorations for Halloween. Likewise, we’ll soon be gearing up for our Halloween offerings here at the History Center: from our cemetery tours to our trick-or-treat night in the historic backyard. If you can’t wait for tour season to start,
- [For the Record...](https://thomasvillehistory.org/for-the-record/) - In honor of the upcoming War of the Roses, our curator, Ephraim, is bringing you some Thomas County football history for this blog. If you want the definitive list of football games played by Thomasville High School and Thomas County High School, from the good ol' days to the infamous game of '93, he's got 'em!_______________________________________________________________________________The Complete
- [Ochlocknee: What does it mean?](https://thomasvillehistory.org/ochlocknee-what-does-it-mean/) - Let’s venture outside of Thomasville into the county to Ochlocknee. If you’re not from this area that name may sound rather odd - and depending on who you talk to, it may be pronounced and spelled in different ways. So why is that? And where did this name come from? And what could it mean?
- ["Another Bad Day": The  Diary of Henrietta Eugenia Vickers Armstrong (Part 3)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/another-bad-day-the-diary-of-henrietta-eugenia-vickers-armstrong-part-3/) - What must it have been like to live in Thomasville at the brink of the Civil War? Here at the History Center we have the transcript of a diary written by a young, seventeen-year-old woman over the year of 1861. This diary not only gives us insight into this question but also paints a vivid
- [Recipes from the Vault: Chuckwagon Pepper Steak](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-chuckwagon-pepper-steak/) - Every so often, the museum receives a donation that includes a cookbook or recipe card. Sometimes the recipes are familiar comfort foods still served on many Thomas County tables. Others… well, let’s just say some recipes are best left in the past. This series highlights some of those recipes: from the classics to the experimental.
- [Our Revolutionary Past](https://thomasvillehistory.org/our-revolutionary-past/) - The Fourth of July is here, and while you’re enjoying those hamburgers and hotdogs under a sky lit up by fireworks, why not take a moment to think about some of the people who fought to establish the United States almost 250 years ago? We know of at least five veterans of the Revolutionary War
- [As world prepares for Paris, Thomasville reflects on hosting torch in 1996](https://thomasvillehistory.org/as-world-prepares-for-paris-thomasville-reflects-on-hosting-torch-in-1996/) - Text content
- [The Ochlocknee River Camp](https://thomasvillehistory.org/the-ochlocknee-river-camp/) - In a world where dating takes place virtually more often than it does in person, you might wonder what the people of yester-year had to go through to mingle as singles. You’ve probably heard stories about watchful chaperones and strict curfews: one wrong move could sour your reputation and ruin your chances of finding a
- [The Apprentices: An Update from the Teens of the Thomasville History Center](https://thomasvillehistory.org/the-apprentices-an-update-from-the-teens-of-the-thomasville-history-center/) - If you’ve been following along with our adventures over the years, you’ve probably heard about our Apprentice Program. Open to teens throughout Southwest Georgia and North Florida, we’ve invited them into the museum world for a few years now. They learn about the ins and outs of non-profits, from fundraising to education and curation and
- [“Another bad day”: The Diary of Henrietta Eugenia Vickers Armstrong (Part 2)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/another-bad-day-the-diary-of-henrietta-eugenia-vickers-armstrong-part-2/) - What must it have been like to live in Thomasville at the brink of the Civil War? Here at the History Center we have the transcript of a diary written by a young, seventeen-year-old woman over the year of 1861. This diary not only gives us insight into this question but also paints a vivid
- [Recipes from the Vault: Squash Pickles](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-squash-pickles/) - Every so often, the museum receives a donation that includes a cookbook or recipe card. Sometimes the recipes are familiar comfort foods still served on many Thomas County tables. Others… well, let’s just say some recipes are best left in the past. This series highlights some of those recipes: from the classics to the experimental.
- [Education in Early Thomas County](https://thomasvillehistory.org/education-in-early-thomas-county/) - At the time of this blog’s posting, school children across our community are busy with end of year testing: from Milestones Finals to AP exams and all the standardized bubble sheets in between. But what was school like before government-mandated testing and number two pencils? And how did Thomas County handle educating the youth of
- [Recipes from the Vault: Ice Box Rolls](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-ice-box-rolls/) - Every so often, the museum receives a donation that includes a cookbook or recipe card. Sometimes the recipes are familiar comfort foods still served on many Thomas County tables. Others… well, let’s just say some recipes are best left in the past. This series highlights some of those recipes: from the classics to the experimental. If you try any of these recipes, successfully or not, let us know what you think in the comments!
- [“Another bad day”: The Diary of Henrietta Eugenia Vickers Armstrong (Part 1)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/another-bad-day-the-diary-of-henrietta-eugenia-vickers-armstrong-part-1/) - What must it have been like to live in Thomasville at the brink of the Civil War? Here at the History Center we have the transcript of a diary written by a young, seventeen-year-old woman over the year of 1861. This diary not only gives us insight into this question but also paints a vivid
- [Skirting the Issue: Our Connection to Lafayette](https://thomasvillehistory.org/skirting-the-issue/) - As people across the country commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette's Farewell Tour in 1825, check out Thomas County's own connection to the military leader and "Guest of the Nation." The History Center has a skirt in its collection that dates to the late 18th century. Find out how this skirt relates to the Marquis, George Washington, and a fellow who was always in trouble. Discover how it made its way to Thomasville and about the woman who wore it in this week's blog post.
- [Open Position: Executive Director](https://thomasvillehistory.org/open-position-executive-director/) - JOB SUMMARY The Thomasville History Center (THC) in Thomasville, Georgia, is seeking an experienced museum professional who will serve as the Executive Director to oversee this medium-sized organization with a $500,000 annual operating budget and four full-time staff. The Executive Director, in partnership with a responsive and experienced board, will be responsible for all aspects
- [Recipes from the Vault: Coca Cola Chicken](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-coca-cola-chicken/) - Every so often, the museum receives a donation that includes a cookbook or recipe card. Sometimes the recipes are familiar comfort foods still served on many Thomas County tables. Others… well, let’s just say some recipes are best left in the past. This series highlights some of those recipes: from the classics to the experimental.
- [Ring Twice If You're Lonesome](https://thomasvillehistory.org/ring-twice-if-youre-lonesome/) - February is the month of love, and we have quite a few love stories in our collection. One example comes from a small, cloth bound book that belonged to the Ochlocknee River Club, a sort of “marriage camp” for Thomas County’s jet set in the 1910s. The book served as a sign-in sheet for attendees
- [It Means "No Worries": The Story of Ezekiel Hambleton](https://thomasvillehistory.org/it-means-no-worries-the-story-of-ezekiel-hambleton/) - If you wander through the Flipper Cemetery you may come across a small marble grave belonging to Ezekiel Hambleton. With a finger pointed toward the heavens, the marker gives us his birth and death dates. Look below that and you’ll find an epitaph that reads: “Upright and just he was in all his ways; A
- [“Another bad day”: The Diary of Henrietta Eugenia Vickers Armstrong](https://thomasvillehistory.org/another-bad-day-the-diary-of-henrietta-eugenia-vickers-armstrong/) - What must it have been like to live in Thomasville at the brink of the Civil War? Here at the History Center we have the transcript of a diary written by a young woman over the year of 1861. This diary not only gives us insight into this question but also paints a vivid picture of life in South Georgia and how it was about to drastically change. Follow along as we explore the world from Henrietta Armstrong’s point of view in this blog series!
- [Recipes from the Vault: A Night at the Piney Woods Hotel](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-a-night-at-the-piney-woods-hotel/) - Every so often, the museum receives a donation that includes a cookbook or recipe card. Sometimes the recipes are familiar comfort foods still served on many Thomas County tables. Others… well, let’s just say some recipes are best left in the past. This series highlights some of those recipes: from the classics to the experimental.
- [Problems with Peter: The Peter Dekle Letters: Religion](https://thomasvillehistory.org/problems-with-peter-the-peter-dekle-letters-religion/) - Here at the History Center, we like to supply our collections department interns and volunteers with interesting projects that illustrate what life in Thomas County’s past was like for her citizens. We have many letters, records, diaries, and documents that give sneak peeks into the daily lives of people who were more like us than
- [Letters to Santa](https://thomasvillehistory.org/letters-to-santa/) - By this point in the month, you’ve probably been inundated with commercials and advertisements everywhere for the hottest kids’ toys of the year. From bikes to Legos to dollhouses that are large enough to need their own address, the toys seem to get bigger and fancier with every passing year. And with the advent of
- [Recipes from the Vault - Leftovers](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-leftovers/) - Recipes from the Vault Every so often, the museum receives a donation that includes a cookbook or recipe card. Sometimes the recipes are familiar comfort foods still served on many Thomas County tables. Others… well, let’s just say some recipes are best left in the past. This series highlights some of those recipes: from the
- [Clip 'N Sip at JoNina Farm](https://thomasvillehistory.org/https-brushfire-com-thomasvillehistorycenter-stthomaslecture-579709-2/) - Saturday, November 2 | 10am-4pm | JoNina Farm
- [Rev. Andrew Young & the Civil Rights Movement, led by Ephraim](https://thomasvillehistory.org/rev-andrew-young-the-civil-rights-movement-led-by-ephraim/) - Tickets | October 26 | 2pm
- [Getting to the Point: Red Hills, Bue Skies (Indigenous exhibit), led by Meme](https://thomasvillehistory.org/getting-to-the-point-red-hills-bue-skies-indigenous-exhibit-led-by-meme/) - Tickets | November 23 | 2pm
- [A Victorian (Thomasville) Christmas](https://thomasvillehistory.org/a-victorian-thomasville-christmas/) - Tickets | December 14 | 2pm
- [Problems with Peter: The Peter Dekle Letters; Sickness](https://thomasvillehistory.org/problems-with-peter-the-peter-dekle-letters-2-2/) - Problems with Peter: The Peter Dekle Letters Here at the History Center, we like to supply our collections department interns and volunteers with interesting projects that illustrate what life in Thomas County’s past was like for her citizens. We have many letters, records, diaries, and documents that give sneak peeks into the daily lives of
- [Dead Men Play No Piano](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-wild-goose-3-2/) - While doing my tombstone tours of Laurel Hill Cemetery in Thomasville, one of my favorite sites to talk about is the Arnold-Swan Mausoleum. As one of the few crypts of this size in the cemetery, it’s hard to miss. Not only does its mere appearance inspire curiosity, but it also brings up ghost stories from
- [Behind the Crown](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-wild-goose-3/) - What does the Thomasville History Center have to do with the Miss Thomasville scholarship competition? More than you might think... The relationship between the History Center and the pageant goes back many years and on a winding path. Bear with me... It all started when I was a member of the team of directors
- [The Search for Reverend LaRoche](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-wild-goose-2/) - Today’s blog post comes from the Rev. C. Wallace Marsh IV, Priest in Charge of St. Thomas Episcopal Church in Thomasville and speaker at our recent lecture collaboration with the congregation at St. Thomas. In this blog post, he describes the events that led to his interest in Rev. LaRoche, the priest of both St.
- [Problems with Peter: The Peter Dekle Letters](https://thomasvillehistory.org/problems-with-peter-the-peter-dekle-letters-2/) - Here at the History Center, we like to supply our collections department interns and volunteers with interesting projects that illustrate what life in Thomas County’s past was like for her citizens. We have many letters, records, diaries, and documents that give sneak peeks into the daily lives of people who were more like us than
- [Recipes from the Vault - Wild Goose](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-wild-goose/) - Every so often, the museum receives a donation that includes a cookbook or recipe card. Sometimes the recipes are familiar comfort foods still served on many Thomas County tables. Others… well, let’s just say some recipes are best left in the past. This series highlights some of those recipes: from the classics to the experimental.
- [The Family Tree of Montrose Dan (1918-19?)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/montrosedanfamilytree/) - Genealogy – it’s become a trendy topic in light of the many companies that now offer DNA testing to help us find our relatives. But have you considered looking into your dog’s genealogy? Many services offer DNA testing for pets, but a hundred years ago, these tests weren’t an option. This will come as no
- [The Rev. C.I. Laroche: Faith & Flourishing In Thomasville](https://thomasvillehistory.org/https-brushfire-com-thomasvillehistorycenter-stthomaslecture-579709/) - Tuesday, September 17 | St. Thomas Episcopal Church
- [Thomasville hosts heat stress training class](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-hosts-heat-stress-training-class/) - Thomasville recently hosted a Heat Stress Training Class to educate the community on recognizing and preventing heat-related illnesses. This vital training provided attendees with essential knowledge to stay safe during extreme heat conditions. Learn more about this important event in the full article from WALB here.
- [City of Thomasville is enhancing amenities at Paradise Park and Cassidy Road Park](https://thomasvillehistory.org/city-of-thomasville-is-enhancing-amenities-at-paradise-park-and-cassidy-road-park/) - The City of Thomasville is upgrading the amenities at Paradise Park and Cassidy Road Park to enhance the community's recreational spaces. These improvements aim to provide better facilities and more enjoyable experiences for residents and visitors. Learn more about these exciting developments in the full article from WTXL here.
- [Thomasville History Center Apprentice Program](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-history-center-apprentice-program/) - The Thomasville History Center's Apprentice Program offers participants hands-on experience in preserving and promoting local history. This initiative provides apprentices with valuable skills and insights into historical preservation. Discover more about this impactful program in the full article from the Thomasville Times-Enterprise here.
- [History Center to host heat stress training workshop](https://thomasvillehistory.org/history-center-to-host-heat-stress-training-workshop/) - The Thomasville History Center is hosting a Heat Stress Training Workshop to educate the community on the dangers of heat-related illnesses. This important workshop will provide essential tips and preventive measures to ensure safety during high temperatures. Learn more about this valuable training opportunity in the full article from the Thomasville Times-Enterprise here.
- [Camp Dawson delights at Thomasville History Center](https://thomasvillehistory.org/camp-dawson-delights-at-thomasville-history-center/) - Camp Dawson at the Thomasville History Center has been a hit, offering children immersive activities that highlight local history through crafts and storytelling. The program has been praised for making history fun and engaging. Read more about its impact in the full article from the Thomasville Times-Enterprise here.
- [Thomasville History Center expands summer camp at Lapham-Patterson House](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-history-center-expands-summer-camp-at-lapham-patterson-house/) - The Thomasville History Center has exciting news! This summer, the Center expanded its popular summer camp to include the historic Lapham-Patterson House. Campers enjoyed a range of engaging activities that combined history, creativity, and hands-on learning in this unique architectural gem. The expanded program reflects the Center's commitment to providing enriching educational experiences that bring
- [Antebellum Thomas County, led by Ephraim](https://thomasvillehistory.org/test/) - Ticket Details | October 26th | 2pm
- [Civil War Prisoner of War Cpl. P.H. Cherry, led by Meme](https://thomasvillehistory.org/civil-war-prisoner-of-war-cpl-p-h-cherry-led-by-meme/) - Tickets | August 17 | 2pm
- [Recipes from the Vault - Brunswick Stew](https://thomasvillehistory.org/recipes-from-the-vault-brunswick-stew/) - Every so often, the museum receives a donation that includes a cookbook or recipe card. Sometimes the recipes are familiar comfort foods still served on many Thomas County tables. Others… well, let’s just say some recipes are best left in the past. This series highlights some of those recipes: from the classics to the experimental.
- [Problems with Peter: The Peter Dekle Letters](https://thomasvillehistory.org/problems-with-peter-the-peter-dekle-letters-3/) - Here at the History Center, we like to supply our collections department interns and volunteers with interesting projects that illustrate what life in Thomas County’s past was like for her citizens. We have many letters, records, diaries, and documents that give sneak peeks into the daily lives of people who were more like us than
- [Under the Sea](https://thomasvillehistory.org/under-the-sea/) - Have you ever wanted to own beachfront property? Well, if you own land in Thomas County or the surrounding area, congratulations! You are the proud owner of beachfront property! Or at least you would be if you had that property some 250 million years ago. That was roughly the last time our area was underwater.
- [Problems with Peter: The Peter Dekle Letters](https://thomasvillehistory.org/problems-with-peter-the-peter-dekle-letters/) - Here at the History Center, we like to supply our collections department interns and volunteers with interesting projects that illustrate what life in Thomas County’s past was like for her citizens. We have many letters, records, diaries, and documents that give sneak peeks into the daily lives of people who were more like us than
- [Interning at the Thomasville History Center: An interview with Kayla Reeves ](https://thomasvillehistory.org/interning-at-the-thomasville-history-center-an-interview-with-kayla-reeves/) - In the interview featured on the Florida State University Department of History's website, Kayla Reeves, a History major set to graduate in 2024, shares her experience interning at the Thomasville History Center. She discusses her role in cataloging historical records and transcribing letters, highlighting the practical skills she gained and her fascination with local history.
- [Southern Living Magazine](https://thomasvillehistory.org/southern-living-magazine/) - Discover the charm and rich history of Thomasville, Georgia, through the lens of Southern Living. Delve into the heart of this quintessential Southern town, where oak-lined streets lead to historic homes, vibrant downtown shops, and culinary delights. Explore the tapestry of culture woven into every corner, from the renowned Victorian architecture to the lush natural
- [Thomasville History Center seeks public input on Lapham Patterson House](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-history-center-seeks-public-input-on-lapham-patterson-house/) - The Thomasville History Center is seeking public input on the future of the Lapham-Patterson House. This initiative aims to gather community perspectives to help guide preservation and programming decisions for this historic landmark. The center invites residents to share their ideas and feedback to ensure the house continues to be a vibrant part of Thomasville's
- [Lapham-Patterson House decorated for Christmas](https://thomasvillehistory.org/lapham-patterson-house-decorated-for-christmas/) - Experience the festive transformation of the Lapham-Patterson House as it gets adorned for Christmas, as detailed in the Times-Enterprise. This historic house in Thomasville, known for its unique architecture, is beautifully decorated to reflect the holiday spirit. Visitors can enjoy guided tours and festive events, making it a perfect holiday destination.
- [Thomasville History Center receives $189,000 grant for history workshop](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-history-center-receives-189000-grant-for-history-workshop/) - Exciting news from the Thomasville History Center! The center has been awarded a $189,000 grant to fund a new history workshop, enhancing their educational programs and outreach. This significant grant will enable the center to develop innovative workshops that delve into the rich history of Thomasville, offering unique learning opportunities for the community.
- [Southlife Posdcats' Peek into the Past](https://thomasvillehistory.org/southlife-posdcats-peek-into-the-past/) - In this video, Heather sits down with Ephraim Rotter at the Thomasville History Center to go back in time discussing the History of their new building 204! There is so much amazing history behind this building and in this video, you will get to hear and see some of it!
- [Thomasville Insights](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-insights/) - Tune into the latest episode of "Thomasville Insights," where the Thomasville History Center's curator, Ephraim J. Rotter, shares fascinating stories and behind-the-scenes details about the museum's extensive collection. This podcast offers listeners an in-depth look at the historical treasures preserved in Thomasville, including Rotter's favorite artifacts and insights into ongoing preservation efforts. Don't miss this
- [Curator finds facts, treasures at the Thomasville History Center](https://thomasvillehistory.org/curator-finds-facts-treasures-at-the-thomasville-history-center/) - Discover the unique historical insights of Ephraim J. Rotter, curator at the Thomasville History Center, in the Tallahassee Democrat. Rotter manages an extensive collection of nearly 500,000 photographs and 5,000 objects, with a special affinity for the 1896 O.C. Ewart Bowling Alley, one of the oldest single-lane bowling alleys in America. The center also offers
- [Thomasville Magazine Summer 2023](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-magazine-summer-2023/) - Discover the educational opportunities at the Thomasville History Center through their NEH workshop, as highlighted in the Summer 2023 issue of Thomasville Magazine. This feature delves into the workshop's engaging programs that explore local history and heritage, offering educators and enthusiasts a deeper understanding of the region's past.
- [Thomasville Magazine Spring Edition](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-magazine-spring-edition/) - Delve into the rich history of Thomasville's cemeteries in the Spring 2022 issue of Thomasville Magazine. This feature uncovers the stories behind these hallowed grounds, highlighting their significance in the community and the notable figures laid to rest there. From the intricacies of Victorian-era grave markers to the preservation efforts of local historians, the article
- [Thomasville Magazine Lapham-Patterson House](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-magazine-lapham-patterson-house/) - Explore the intriguing history and unique architecture of the Lapham-Patterson House in Thomasville, GA, featured in the latest issue of Thomasville Magazine. This historic home, known for its quirky design and vibrant past, offers a glimpse into the innovative spirit of the 19th century. Dive into the magazine to uncover stories of the house's origins,
- [Art & History Centers Offer Virtual Learning](https://thomasvillehistory.org/art-history-centers-offer-virtual-learning/) - How the Thomasville History Center pivoted its programming from in-person to digital in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [History Center To Debut Rose Show & Festival Footage](https://thomasvillehistory.org/history-center-to-debut-rose-show-festival-footage/) - How the Thomasville History Center pivoted its programming from in-person to digital in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Local Non-Profits Launch Thomas County Chronicles COVID](https://thomasvillehistory.org/local-non-profits-launch-thomas-county-chronicles-covid/) - The Thomasville History Center is embarking on an initiative with The Jack Hadley Black History Museum, Pebble Hill Plantation, Thomasville Center for the Arts, and the Thomas County Library system. As we all work through these very troubling times and try to keep our personal and professional lives in order during the COVID-19 pandemic, we
- [Amazeballs Things To Do In Thomasville Ga. For An Active Girls Getaway](https://thomasvillehistory.org/amazeballs-things-to-do-in-thomasville-ga-for-an-active-girls-getaway/) - Planning a getaway to Thomasville? Check out these suggestions for an “amazeballs” girls trip including a visit to the History Center to bowl a frame at the O.C. Ewart Bowling Alley and a tour of the Lapham-Patterson House to discover all of its unique quirks.
- [Digital Library of Georgia](https://thomasvillehistory.org/digital-library-of-georgia/) - Digital Library of Georgia awards six Competitive Digitization service grants to Georgia cultural heritage institutions across the state including the Thomasville History Center. The grant will allow for the digitization of the correspondence and diaries of Hazel Beamer Cutler, a Broadway entertainer, and her family friend Candace Wheeler, founder of the American decorative arts movement,
- [WALB](https://thomasvillehistory.org/walb/) - Curator Ephraim Rotter is interviewed for coverage of Thomasville’s celebration of the 97th-Annual Rose Show
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-times-enterprise/) - Thomasville History Center receives a Landmarks Preservation Award for the restoration of the Joyner-Calloway House. Thomasville Landmarks hosted its annual Preservation Honor Awards Thursday, June 21, at the TOSAC Storefront Theatre. Ten nominees were recognized for their efforts to preserve, promote, and protect the historic built environment of Thomasville and Thomas County. Contributing Addition Award
- [WPAX 1240 AM Stereo/ 103.7 FM](https://thomasvillehistory.org/wpax-1240-am-stereo-103-7-fm/) - Walk down Rose Show memory lane with the Thomasville History Center
- [WTXL](https://thomasvillehistory.org/wtxl/) - The second Rose Queen returns to Thomasville for the Rose Show and participates in the Thomasville History Center’s panel conversation.
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-times-enterprise-2/) - The Thomasville History Center debuts new name, brand strategy, and logo to the community.
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-times-enterprise-3/) - Anne McCudden,Thomasville History Center Executive Director, introduces the new brand and name to the UDC at their meeting on February 7, 2018 at the Flipper Room, Thomas County Public Library.
- [Thomasville Times-Enterprise](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thomasville-times-enterprise-4/) - The Thomasville History Center awards TCCHS students with Best Overall Award at National History Day competition February 6, 2018.
- [Tallahassee Democrat](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tallahassee-democrat/) - The Thomasville History Museum was featured in the Tallahassee Democrat in July 2017 for our 1896 O.C. Ewart Bowling Alley.
- [THOM Magazine](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thom-magazine/) - The Thomasville History Center was featured in the Thom Magazine Fall/Winter issue 2017.
- [WTXL News](https://thomasvillehistory.org/wtxl-news/) - The Thomasville History Center was featured WTXL News discussing our new brand and website.
- [The Bottom Oral History Project](https://thomasvillehistory.org/the-bottom-oral-history-project/) - The Jack Hadley Black History Museum, Thomasville History Center, and the City of Thomasville are proud to announce the initiation of The Bottom Oral History Project. This African American business district’s rich history will be recorded and documented to embrace the culture and experiences it provided for the citizens of Thomasville; however, we need the
- [Community Patchwork Project](https://thomasvillehistory.org/community-patchwork-project/) - The process of using different materials to make a patchwork can be traced all the way back to ancient Egypt and China, where quilted funeral cloths have been discovered in tombs. Throughout time, patchwork has turned the practice of extending the life of fabrics into an art form that often tells a story about the
- [We’re Certified](https://thomasvillehistory.org/were-certified/) - Summer is always a busy time at the Thomasville History Center, but that doesn’t mean education can take a break! In August, staff from the Thomasville History Center, alongside friends from Pebble Hill Plantation, Jack Hadley Black History Museum, and the Center for the Arts participated in the National Association of Interpreters’ training program for
- [Re-Imagining Summer](https://thomasvillehistory.org/re-imagining-summer/) - About two years ago, Meme and Amelia had the realization that they wanted to shake up summer camp. Yes, we know. It’s shocking, scandalous even. How could we redesign a 25 plus year tradition at the History Center? The routine of same but different and the frankly overwhelming nature of filling 7 hours a day
- [Restoring A.T. MacIntyre’s Portrait](https://thomasvillehistory.org/restoring-a-t-macintyres-portrait/) - Last year, the History Center applied for the Americana Corner Grant, a grant which provides funds to museums of all sizes to preserve the history of our country, particularly the unique story of its founding extending from the early 1700s to 1865. We are proud to have received funding to aid our restoration of a
- [House (History) Hunting](https://thomasvillehistory.org/house-history-hunting/) - When I (Meme) was in graduate school, one of the books in our required reading was THE PAST IS A FOREIGN COUNTRY by David Lowenthal (which is not exactly a page turner even for the most passionate historians). He described our ways of thinking of the past as creating a place that was removed from
- [Mapping Visitors](https://thomasvillehistory.org/mapping-visitors/) - You may remember hearing about our ongoing project to map the hometowns of Thomasville’s winter resort vacationers. A volunteer has recently finished transcribing a hotel ledger from The Willows, a boarding house and banquet hall, which includes guest and visitor names, cities and states of origin, and the location they were staying in town. Some
- [It’s Not Historic…Yet](https://thomasvillehistory.org/its-not-historicyet/) - The Thomasville History Center received its first official donation in 1955: a booklet with a transcription of the 1850 census for Thomas County from Folks Huxford, the Homerville-based preeminent historian of Southwest Georgia history during the mid-twentieth century. At the close of 2022, the History Center has received a total of 2,008 donations since 1955,

## Pages

- [Home](https://thomasvillehistory.org/) - The Thomasville History Center is a private non-profit community organization that enriches the community through the exploration and discovery of its history, people, and stories.
- [Supporters & Partners](https://thomasvillehistory.org/supporters-partners/) - Supporters & Partners We are proud to recognize those whose contributions of funding, partnership, advocacy, and in-kind support help sustain the History Center and advance its mission. The Thomasville History Center is grateful for the many individuals, businesses, foundations, and partner organizations whose generosity strengthens our work. Their support helps us preserve and share the
- [Camps](https://thomasvillehistory.org/camps/) - Youth Summer Camps The Thomasville History Center’s camps bring history to life for rising 1st Graders through rising 6th Graders each summer. Each day brings new adventures and a little museum mischief as we explore the history, people, and stories of our community. Camp Dawson Jr. Camp Dawson Jr. is designed especially for our younger
- [Visit](https://thomasvillehistory.org/visit/) - Plan Your Visit Explore. Play. Learn. Shop. Discover seven historic buildings featuring exhibits on the history of Thomas County, along with archival documents, photographs, and artifacts. Visit the History Center Today! Plan Your Visit Event Calendar Purchase Admission Lapham-Patterson House The Lobby Shop The Lobby Purchase Tickets ANNOUNCEMENTS Upcoming Closures & Adjusted Hours Please note
- [Excursions](https://thomasvillehistory.org/excursions/) - Excursions See and experience regional, cultural, and historical sites with the Thomasville History Center through our Excursions series. These guided day trips typically include transportation, behind-the-scenes access to historic places, and a semi-private tour of our destination. We're going on a road trip! See and experience regional, cultural, and historical sites with the Thomasville History
- [Fundraising Events](https://thomasvillehistory.org/fundraising-events/) - Fundraising Events The Thomasville History Center’s annual fundraising events provide vital support for our work to collect, preserve, and share the history of Thomasville, Thomas County, and the Red Hills region. Crate to Plate | October 1, 2026 Red, White & Blueberry In a year marking both America’s 250th anniversary and Thomasville’s 200th anniversary, Crate
- [Crate to Plate](https://thomasvillehistory.org/cratetoplate/) - Crate to Plate Crate to Plate is one of the Thomasville History Center’s most important annual fundraisers, providing vital support for the programs, collections, historic buildings, and community experiences that help us preserve and share the history of Thomas County. October 1, 2026 Red, White, & Blueberry In a year marking both America’s 250th and
- [The Elizabeth Hopkins Collection](https://thomasvillehistory.org/the-elizabeth-hopkins-collection/) - The Elizabeth Hopkins CollectionFunded by the Georgia Historical Records Advisory Council In 2024–2025, the Thomasville History Center completed a grant-funded archival processing project for the Elizabeth Hopkins Collection with support from the Georgia Historical Records Advisory Council (GHRAC) and the University of Georgia Libraries. The project was completed by Kayla Reeves, a consultant archivist and
- [Research](https://thomasvillehistory.org/research/) - Research Delve into untold stories, characters, and community development by conducting research at the History Center. Conduct research at the History Center Search the Collection Purchase Photos In-Person Research Hire A Researcher Donate to the Collection Book Tour Our Collections Policy The Thomasville History Center seeks to document the history of Thomas County and Thomasville,
- [The Lobby](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thelobby/) - The LobbyShop our unique gifts and keepsakes inspired by the history, people, and stories of the Red Hills. Future Heirlooms Drawing upon the Thomasville History Center's large archival and artifact collection, The Lobby boasts a variety of handmade and unique items that reflect the history, people, and stories of the Red Hills region. What you'll
- [K-12 Education](https://thomasvillehistory.org/k-12-education/) - K - 12 Education The Thomasville History Center offers curriculum support and supplements to educators and students across the Red Hills region that meet, and exceed, the Georgia Standards of Excellence. Choose Your Journey It’s easy to learn about history with help from the Thomasville History Center! Follow our guide to plan your next adventure.
- [Donate to the Collection](https://thomasvillehistory.org/donate-to-the-collection/) - Donate to the Collection Join us in preserving history! Your donations, deposits, and purchases undergo quarterly review, with preference given to Thomas County-related materials. Acquisitions Acquisitions to the History Center are accepted through donation, deposit, and on by purchase. All acquisitions must be approved by the History Center’s Acquisition Committee which meets quarterly. If you
- [Hire A Researcher](https://thomasvillehistory.org/hire-a-researcher/) - Hire A Researcher As stewards of the history of Thomas County and the Red Hills, we welcome your archival, photographic, and artifact donations Explore the Past with Us Acquisitions to the History Center are accepted through donation, deposit, and on by purchase. All acquisitions must be approved by the History Center’s Acquisition Committee which meets
- [Volunteer](https://thomasvillehistory.org/volunteer/) - Volunteer Extend a helping hand – whether you're assisting with Pilau, transcribing historical letters, or guiding a field trip, the Thomasville History Center welcomes you to join as a volunteer. Volunteer Opportunities View Current Volunteer Needs Volunteers at the History Center can be a part of one of the oldest historical organizations in the State
- [Employment](https://thomasvillehistory.org/employment/) - Employment Join the Thomasville History Center in preserving and sharing the stories of Thomasville, Thomas County, and the Red Hills region. Learn more about current openings, internships, and opportunities to be part of our work. Employment Opportunities Thank you for your interest in working with the Thomasville History Center. The History Center is a small
- [Support](https://thomasvillehistory.org/support/) - Join & Support Since 1952, the Thomasville History Center has worked to collect, preserve, and share the stories of Thomasville, Thomas County, and the Red Hills region. Your support helps us care for historic buildings, steward collections, provide educational programs, and create meaningful opportunities for our community to connect with the past. Support Local History
- [Join](https://thomasvillehistory.org/join/) - Join the History Center Since 1952, the Thomasville History Center has worked to collect, preserve, and share the stories of Thomas County and its people. Your membership helps ensure that these places, collections, and stories are protected, explored, and shared for generations to come. First & Last Name * Email * Phone Message * Send
- [Pilau](https://thomasvillehistory.org/pilau/) - 34th Annual Pilau Dinner Join us at the Thomasville History Center for an evening of live music, Pilau, and fun — don't miss out on this unique community event. November 3, 2026 About the Event For generations, pilau dinners have been a cherished Election Day tradition across South Georgia, bringing neighbors together over a shared
- [Experiences](https://thomasvillehistory.org/experiences/) - Experience History Together Go beyond the gallery with lectures, excursions, and behind-the-scenes experiences at the Thomasville History Center. Current Experiences & Programs Lectures 2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Series In celebration of Thomasville and Thomas County’s Bicentennials, the History Center is hosting a special Lunch & Learn lecture series throughout 2026. These programs bring together
- [About](https://thomasvillehistory.org/about/) - About Us The Thomasville History Center is a non-profit community organization that connects the Red Hills' past with its present to inspire and enrich current and future generations. Learn More About the History Center Our Story Blog Publications In The Media Supporters & Partners Buy Tickets Mission The Thomasville History Center connects the Red Hills'
- [Blog](https://thomasvillehistory.org/blog/) - Blog Explore community history and happenings and go behind-the-scenes with the History Center as we uncover fresh stories and experiences.
- [In-Person Research](https://thomasvillehistory.org/in-person-research/) - In-Person Research Delve into our archives, engage with primary sources, and uncover the stories that shaped our community. Whether you're a seasoned historian or a curious explorer, our team is here to guide you on your journey through the past. Explore Archives In-Person The Thomasville History Center has a large archival collection that is available
- [Publications](https://thomasvillehistory.org/publications/) - Publications Keep yourself informed about the latest events at the History Center by reading through recent releases of The Hourglass, the Annual Report, and additional updates. Annual Report 2025 View Annual Report Archives 2024 Annual Report View 2023 Annual Report View 2022 Annual Report View 2021 Annual Report View 2020 Annual Report View 2019 Annual
- [Lapham-Patterson House](https://thomasvillehistory.org/lapham-patterson-house/) - The Lapham-Patterson House The whimsical 6,000 square-foot house is a showcase for the progressive eccentricities of the Laphams, their architect Tudor Rommerdall, and the late Victorian era in general. Take A Tour Guests will receive a guided tour of all three floors (mobility permitting) of the Lapham-Patterson House (LPH) and learn about the residents, architecture,
- [Contact](https://thomasvillehistory.org/contact/) - Contact Us Learning experiences with the History Center extend beyond our doors. We invite you to expand your curiosity through off-site programs as well as community activities hosted on our grounds. Stay In Touch Physical Address Thomasville History Center725 N. Dawson StThomasville, GA 31792 (229) 226-7664 info@thomasvillehistory.org Purchase Tickets Mailing Address P.O. Box 1922Thomasville, Georgia
- [In The Media](https://thomasvillehistory.org/media/) - In The Media Stay informed about recent media coverage of the Thomasville History Center, including features in print, online publications, and television.
- [ThoCo200](https://thomasvillehistory.org/thoco200/) - Thomas County's Bicentennial This once-in-a-lifetime event focused on the last 200 years of Thomas County's history and features artifacts and memories from past and present citizens. December 11th & 12th, 2025 Commemorating 200 years of Thomas County! Working alongside the Thomas County Board of Commissioners, the Thomasville History Center hosted, "An Act”: A Commemorative Reading of
- [Stay at the Lapham-Patterson House](https://thomasvillehistory.org/stayatlph/) - Stay at the Lapham-Patterson House Situated within walking distance of Thomasville's unique historic downtown, the suite at the Lapham-Patterson House is in the heart of the Dawson Street National Historic Register District. “...a relaxing evening in a beautiful home after an enjoyable day in Thomasville. A fun city and a great night sleep...” — Suite
- [Hangout](https://thomasvillehistory.org/hangout/) - Hangout Join us March 28 for our annual spring hangout! This picnic event is free to the public with music and fun to entertain all ages. March 28, 2025 About the Event Join us March 28 for our annual spring hangout! This picnic event is free to the public with something to entertain guests of all
- [Adventure Guides](https://thomasvillehistory.org/adventure-guides/) - Adventure Guides Become a dedicated Education volunteer and join us in the fun! What Is An Adventure Guide? “Adventure Guides” will learn the foundations of museum education, receive training on the History Center’s historic buildings and their stories, and more. Adventure Guides will have the chance to volunteer for scheduled group visits using a simple
- [Donate to the Collection: Victorian Christmas](https://thomasvillehistory.org/collectvictorianchristmas/) - Donate to the Collection Add your photos, film recordings, or mementos of Victorian Christmas to our collection to help us expand the stories we can tell. Acquisitions Help us to tell the story of Victorian Christmas, a Thomasville tradition in various forms since the 1980s. We'd love to see your photographs (digital, printed, or film
- [Our Story](https://thomasvillehistory.org/our-story/) - Our Story Our journey started with the aim to document the history of Thomas County and has evolved into our current role as a museum and research center. The story of Thomasville is just unfolding, and we are grateful to have you on this journey with us. The Story of the History Center The Thomasville
- [New Page Title](https://thomasvillehistory.org/new-page-title-2/) - Hire A Researcher As stewards of the history of Thomas County and the Red Hills, we welcome your archival, photographic, and artifact donations Explore the Past with Us Acquisitions to the History Center are accepted through donation, deposit, and on by purchase. All acquisitions must be approved by the History Center’s Acquisition Committee which meets
- [Learn](https://thomasvillehistory.org/learn/) - Learn 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. Learn with us at the History Center! Apprentice Program Camps Experiences K-12 Education Book Tour Our Education Philosophy Educational opportunities provided by
- [Purchase Photos](https://thomasvillehistory.org/purchase-photos/) - Purchase Photos Add a touch of Red Hills history to your home or office with an image from the collections of the Thomasville History Center. From the Collections We’ve compiled some of our most requested images for purchase as a digital download. Images purchased from the Thomasville History Center are for personal use only. If
- [k12 test](https://thomasvillehistory.org/k12-test/) - K - 12 Education The Thomasville History Center offers curriculum support and supplements to educators and students across the Red Hills region that meet, and exceed, the Georgia Standards of Excellence. Choose Your Journey Choose between independent activities like Travel Trunks or Digital Activity Packs, and facilitated programs like Adventures or Deep Dives. Independent Explorers
- [Opportunities](https://thomasvillehistory.org/opportunities/) - Opportunities Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. Duis aute irure dolor in. Volunteer Ever wondered what we do here at the Center and how museums
- [Workshops](https://thomasvillehistory.org/workshops/)
- [Give](https://thomasvillehistory.org/give/)

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- [Sidebar Ticket Text](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/sidebar-ticket-text/) - Purchase advance tickets to tour the Thomasville History Center & Lapham-Patterson House.
- [Upcoming Events & Programs Slider (Newest)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/upcoming-events-programs-slider-newest/) - 2026 Excursion Schedule Next "Road Trip" is to Ochlocknee on July 25, 2026. Upcoming Closures Upcoming closures and schedule adjustments. Blue Star Museums The Thomasville History Center is proud to be a 2026 Blue Star Museum. 2026 Admission Changes Updated options for 2026.
- [MAIN MENU-RESEARCH](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/main-menu-research/) - Research Search the Collection Purchase Photos In-Person Research Hire A Researcher Donate to the Collection
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- [VISIT-TOUR RATES-LAPHAM PATTERSON](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/visit-tour-rates-lapham-patterson/) - Adult $15 Child (12 & Under) Must be accompanied by an adult. Four max per adult. *Does not apply to group tours. Free* Student (w/ ID) High School & College Students Thomasville/Thomas County Students *Does not apply to group tours. $10 Free* Veteran (w/ ID) $10 Member Free Museums for All (w/ ID) Free Guided
- [VISIT-TOUR RATES-GENERAL ADMISSION](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/visit-tour-rates-general-admission/) - Adult $10 Child (12 & Under) Must be accompanied by an adult. Four max per adult. *Does not apply to group tours. Free* Student (w/ ID) High School & College Students Thomasville/Thomas County Students *Does not apply to group tours. $6 Free* Veteran (w/ ID) $5 Member Free Museums for All (w/ ID) Free
- [MAIN MENU-JOIN&SUPPORT](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/main-menu-join-support/) - Join & Support Donate Become a Member Volunteer Annual Events Employment
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- [MAIN MENU-CONTACT](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/main-menu-join-support-2/) - Contact 725 N. Dawson StThomasville, GA 31792Phone: (229) 226-7664 Monday – Saturday10:00am – 4:00pmClosed: All Major Holidays, December 22-27, 2025.
- [VISIT-TOUR RATES-YOUTH GROUPS](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/visit-tour-rates-youth-groups/) - Adult* $8/Adult Student* (6-17) $6/Student *Students from Thomasville/Thomas, Grady, Brooks, Colquitt, Mitchell, Jefferson (FL), & Leon (FL) counties, will receive free admission. Guided Tour All group visits of children or students (ages 6-17) must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. Students residing within the boundaries of Thomas, Grady, Brooks, Colquitt, Mitchell, Jefferson (FL),
- [Open Time Widget](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/open-time-widget/) - Open Today – 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- [VISIT-TOUR RATES-STEP-ON](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/visit-tour-rates-step-on/) - Weekday (Mon-Fri) $75/Hour Weekend $100/Hour Step-On Tour Groups wishing to receive a step-on tour must provide transportation for the entire group and guide in a single vehicle. Step-On tours last roughly 1 hour and travel through Thomasville’s historic districts and downtown district. Step-On tours must be scheduled in advance and are contingent upon staff availability.
- [VISIT-TOUR RATES-TIPTOE THROUGH THE TOMBSTONES](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/visit-tour-rates-tiptoe-through-the-tombstones/) - Adult $15 Child Free Student $10 Members $15 Adult Group (10-25) $13/Adult Student Group (10-25) $8/Student Guided Tour Meet the residents of some of Thomasville's oldest burial grounds as we explore Old City Cemetery and Flipper Cemetery (the locations are combined on the tour), or Laurel Hill Cemetery. Tours are available by request pending staff
- [VISIT-TOUR RATES-GROUP TOURS](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/visit-tour-rates-group-tours/) - Adult $8/Adult Student (6-17) $3/Student Groups may schedule concurrent visits to the Lapham-Patterson House at a rate equivalent to the Journey Pass. $20/Adult $10/Student Self-Guided Tour All group visits of 10 adults (age 18+) or more must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance with a member of the staff. Arrangements for visits to
- [HOME-LEARNING EXPERIENCES-SHOW AND TELL](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-learning-experiences-show-and-tell/) - Show And Tell
- [HOME-LEARNING EXPERIENCES-APPRENTICE PROGRAM](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-learning-experiences-apprentice-program/) - Apprentice Program
- [HOME-LEARNING EXPERIENCES-DO YOU REMEMBER](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-learning-experiences-do-you-remember/) - Do You Remember
- [HOME-LEARNING EXPERIENCES-LECTURES](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-learning-experiences-lectures/) - Lectures
- [HOME-LEARNING EXPERIENCES-HANGOUTS](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-learning-experiences-hangouts/) - Hangouts
- [HOME-LEARNING EXPERIENCES-EXCURSIONS](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-learning-experiences-excursions/) - Excursions
- [HOME-LEARNING EXPERIENCES-YOUTH CAMPS](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-learning-experiences-youth-camps/) - Youth Camps
- [HOME-LEARNING EXPERIENCES-WORKSHOPS](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-learning-experiences-workshops/) - Workshops
- [HOME-LEARNING EXPERIENCES-K-12](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-learning-experiences-k-12/) - K - 12 Education
- [SUPPORT-MEMBERSHIP LEVEL-PERSONAL](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/support-membership-level-personal/) - Become a Personal Member With your help, we can continue to preserve our past and inspire our future! Membership dues comprise 15% of our operating budget, and they are augmented through a generous grant that affords us $1 for every $2 that we can raise; these funds are integral to our ongoing work. Reciprocal membership
- [SUPPORT-MEMBERSHIP LEVEL-PETS](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/support-membership-level-pets/) - Pet Memberships Proceeds from pet memberships benefit the ongoing care and preservation of the Thomasville History Center’s collections. Join Now Member Benefits Memberships are valid 365 days from the date of purchase. Invitation to a pet-friendly event. Listed in the gallery of pet members on Facebook and the website. View Pet Gallery
- [SUPPORT-MEMBERSHIP LEVEL-BUSINESS](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/support-membership-level-business/) - Become a Business Member With your help, we can continue to preserve our past and inspire our future! Without your donations of time, talent, and treasure we would not be able to continue the work that has been done for the last 70+ years. Join Now Member Benefits Memberships are valid 365 days from the date
- [Event/Announcement Slider](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/event-announcement-slider/)
- [HOME-ANNOUNCEMENTS-TIPTOE THROUGH THE TOMBSTONES TOUR](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-announcements-camp-dawson-2024-2-2/) - Register Now October 26-November 2, 2024Unearth the Past with our Thrilling Journey Through History.
- [HOME-ANNOUNCEMENTS-CAMP ARCHI 2024](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-announcements-camp-dawson-2024-2/) - Register Now JUNE 17-21, 2024Welcome to Camp Archi: Where creativity and adventure meet!
- [HOME-ANNOUNCEMENTS-CAMP DAWSON 2024](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-announcements-camp-dawson-2024/) - Register Now JUNE 5-9, 2023 Get hands-on with history at Camp Dawson '24!
- [HOME-ANNOUNCEMENTS-CRATE TO PLATE 2024](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-announcements-crate-to-plate-2024/) - Annual Event Oct 3, 2024 Save the Date for the 5th Annual Crate to Plate!
- [Schedule a Tour Lightbox](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/schedule-a-tour-lightbox/) - Planning to visit us? To view your Tour Options, Please click below to choose the week that works. Sign Up!
- [OUR STORY-SLIDER-INTRO](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/our-story-slider-intro/) - Introduction to Thomasville History Center The Thomasville History Center is a non-profit community organization dedicated to enriching the community through the exploration and discovery of its history, people, and stories.
- [OUR STORY-SLIDER-FORMATION & LEADERSHIP](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/our-story-slider-formation-leadership/) - Who We Are NowThe Thomasville History Center is a non-profit community organization dedicated to enriching the community through the exploration and discovery of its history, people, and stories.
- [MAIN MENU-ABOUT](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/main-menu-about/) - Visit Rent the Museum/Private Events Visit the Museum Tours
- [MAIN MENU-VISIT](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/main-menu-visit/) - Learn/Do Apprentice Program Camps Workshops K-12 Education Special Events Volunteer
- [FOOTER-WIDGET](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/footer-widget/)
- [HOME-ANNOUNCEMENTS-CAMP LPH](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-announcements-camp-lph/) - Register Now JUNE 20-22, 2023 Explore the Dawson Street Historic District at Camp L.P.H
- [HOME-ANNOUNCEMENTS-TEACHER WORKSHOP](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-announcements-teacher-workshop/) - Teacher Workshop Feb 24, 2024 Teaching The Holocaust And World War II
- [HOME-ANNOUNCEMENTS-PILAU DINNER 2024](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tbuilder-layout-part/home-announcements-pilau-dinner-2024/) - Annual Event Nov 7, 202431 Years & Still Cooking! Hangout at Pilau.

## Global Styles

- [Contact Row](https://thomasvillehistory.org/tglobal-style/tb_gs2872664/) - Heading 1Heading 2Heading 3Heading 4This is a sample Text module.

## Events

- [Thanksgiving (Closed)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/thanksgiving-closed/) - The Thomasville History Center and Lapham-Patterson House will be closed this Wednesday through Saturday so our staff and docents can enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday with their families. Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Thomasville History Center!
- [Closed for the Holidays](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/closed-for-the-holidays-2026/) - The Thomasville History Center and Lapham-Patterson House will be closed this week so our staff and docents can enjoy the holidays with their families. Happy Holidays from all of us at the Thomasville History Center!
- [Memorial Day (Closed)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/closed-for-the-holidays-3-2-2/) - The Thomasville History Center will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day.
- [Camp Dawson Jr.  (Closed)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/camp-dawson-2-3/) - The Thomasville History Center will be closed to regular admission Monday (6/1) to Friday (6/5) this week during Camp Dawson, Jr. but will be open on Saturday (6/6). Register for Camp Dawson Jr.
- [Camp Dawson (Closed)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/camp-dawson-2-3-2/) - The Thomasville History Center will be closed to regular admission Monday (6/8) to Friday (6/12) this week during Camp Dawson, Jr. but will be open on Saturday (6/13). Register for Camp Dawson Jr.
- [Independence Day (Closed)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/independence-day/) - The Thomasville History Center will be closed July 3 and July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
- [Educator Workshop (Closed)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/workshop/) - The Thomasville History Center will be CLOSED to regular admission today while it hosts a scheduled workshop for local educators.
- [Labor Day (Closed)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/closed-labor-day/) - The Thomasville History Center will be closed today in observance of Labor Day.
- [Genealogy Conference (Closed)](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/genealogy-conference-closed/) - The Thomasville History Center will be CLOSED to regular admission today while it hosts a scheduled genealogy conference.
- [History Excursion to Boston](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences-4-2-2-2/) - Excursion: Boston, GA | Saturday, September 12, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hit the road with the Thomasville History Center on March 14 as we continue our 2026 Excursions series with a day trip to Boston, Georgia. Explore historic towns of Old Thomas County, go behind the scenes of churches and homes, and discover what makes
- [History Excursion to Ochlocknee](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences-4-2-2/) - Excursion: Ochlocknee, GA | Saturday, July 25, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hit the road with the Thomasville History Center on March 14 as we continue our 2026 Excursions series with a day trip to Ochlocknee, Georgia. Explore historic towns of Old Thomas County, go behind the scenes of churches and homes, and discover what makes
- [2026 Blue Star Museums](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/bluestar/) - We’re proud to be part of Blue Star Museums for Summer 2026! From Armed Forces Day, May 16, through Labor Day, September 7, currently serving military personnel and up to five family members can enjoy free admission to the Thomasville History Center as part of this national appreciation program. Blue Star Museums is a partnership
- [Camp Dawson](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/camp-dawson-2-2/) - Camp Dawson June 8-12, 2026 9am-3pm (early drop off and late pickup available) Rising 5th through Rising 8th graders Early Drop Off: 8am - 9am Late Pick Up: 3pm - 4pm Early drop-off and late pick-up are offered free of charge but arrangements must be made in advance to utilize this service during camp. We
- [Camp Dawson Jr.](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/camp-dawson-2/) - Camp Dawson Jr. June 1-5, 2026 9am-3pm (early drop off and late pickup available) Rising 1st through Rising 4th graders Early Drop Off: 8am - 9am Late Pick Up: 3pm - 4pm Early drop-off and late pick-up are offered free of charge but arrangements must be made in advance to utilize this service during camp.
- [Thomasville & Tiaras: A Special Rose Show Exhibit](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/thomasville-tiaras/) - In celebration of Thomasville’s Rose Show, the Lapham-Patterson House will host a special pop-up exhibit featuring a display of past Thomasville Rose Queen gowns and crowns. This installation offers a unique opportunity to experience the tradition, pageantry, and local history of one of Thomasville’s most beloved events. The exhibit will be on view from April
- [Thomasville & Tiaras Open House at Lapham-Patterson House](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/thomasville-tiaras-2/) - Join us during Rose Show weekend for a special open house at the Lapham-Patterson House featuring Thomasville & Tiaras, a pop-up exhibit of historic Rose Queen gowns and crowns. This one-day, free-admission event offers a rare opportunity to experience the elegance and tradition of Thomasville’s Rose Show within one of the city’s most iconic historic
- [2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Series](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences-3-2-2-2-2/) - "Pebble Hill Conservation and Ecology"| Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. As part of the 2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Speaker Series, Pebble Hill Plantation Program Coordinator Kitty Spivey and Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Biologist Anna Yellen will present a lunchtime lecture exploring how centuries of conservation have shaped the
- [2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Series](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences-3-2-2-2/) - Jack Hadley Black History Museum | Topic TBD | Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. As part of the 2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Speaker Series, a lunchtime lecture exploring an aspect of Thomas County’s history will be presented. Speaker and topic to be announced. This program is free and open to
- [2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Series](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences-3-2-2/) - Archbold Hospital | Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. As part of the 2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Speaker Series, Dr. Chip Bragg—historian and former anesthesiologist—will present a lunchtime lecture on the history of Archbold Hospital and its role in shaping Thomasville and the surrounding region. This program is free and open
- [2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Series](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences-3-2/) - “Pebble Hill Plantation: A 200-Year Legacy” | Tuesday, April 7, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. As part of the 2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Speaker Series, Pebble Hill Plantation Curator Lori Curtis will present highlights from the exhibit Pebble Hill Plantation: A 200-Year Legacy on Tuesday, April 7 at noon. Drawing on her fifteen years
- [34th Annual Pilau Dinner](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/crate-to-plate-2/) - Election Day For generations, pilau dinners have been a cherished Election Day tradition across South Georgia, bringing neighbors together over a shared meal and community fellowship. Each Election Day, the Thomasville History Center continues this tradition with its annual Pilau Dinner, offering hearty to-go meals prepared in the classic regional style. Orders are packaged to-go, making it easy
- [Crate to Plate](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/crate-to-plate/) - Red, White & Blueberry In a year marking both America’s 250th anniversary and Thomasville’s 200th anniversary, Crate to Plate 2026 celebrates the people, places, and plates that define our community. This beloved Thomasville History Center tradition highlights the flavors of the Red Hills region with thoughtfully prepared meals featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients. All orders are packaged to-go, making it
- [History Excursion to Quitman](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences/) - Excursion: Quitman, GA | Saturday, March 14, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hit the road with the Thomasville History Center on March 14 as we launch our 2026 Excursions series with a day trip to Quitman, Georgia. Explore historic towns of Old Thomas County, go behind the scenes of churches and homes, and discover what makes our region
- [History Excursion to Metcalfe](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences-4/) - Excursion: Metcalfe, GA | Saturday, April 11, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Hit the road with the Thomasville History Center on March 14 as we continue our 2026 Excursions series with a day trip to Metcalfe, Georgia. Explore historic towns of Old Thomas County, go behind the scenes of churches and homes, and discover what makes
- [Perfect Alignment: An Equinox Evening with Lapham](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences-2/) - Perfect Alignment: An Equinox Evening with Lapham March 20, 20265:30–8:30 PMLapham-Patterson House Join us for a one-night-only equinox experience at the historic Lapham-Patterson House. Timed with the spring equinox, this special fundraising evening offers guests the rare opportunity to see the house as it was intentionally designed—when sunlight aligns with key architectural features on just
- [Morning Closure](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/morning-closure-2-3-2-2-2/) - We’re hosting some future historians this morning 🎒✨ The Thomasville History Center will be closed to regular admission until 12:00 p.m. while we welcome a field trip.
- [Morning Closure](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/morning-closure-2-3-2/) - We’re hosting some future historians this morning 🎒✨ The Thomasville History Center will be closed to regular admission until 12:00 p.m. while we welcome a field trip.
- [Closed for the Holiday](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/closed-for-the-holidays-3/) - The Thomasville History Center will be closed on April 6 in observance of the Easter holiday.
- [Lapham-Patterson House Closure](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/lapham-patterson-house-closure-2/) - The Lapham-Patterson House will be closed to tours on Friday and Saturday, April 10–11, for a private event. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming visitors back during our regular tour hours next week.
- [Lapham-Patterson House Closure](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/lapham-patterson-house-closure/) - The Lapham-Patterson House will be CLOSED this week as we prepare for this year’s equinox celebration. Behind the scenes, we’re setting the stage for "Perfect Alignment" — and giving the house a little extra care in the process. Guided tours resume next Thursday, March 26. Thank you for your patience as we ready the house
- [History Center Closure](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/morning-closure-2-2/) - We’re hosting some future historians today 🎒✨ The Thomasville History Center will be closed to regular admission today while we welcome a field trip.
- [Morning Closure](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/morning-closure-2/) - We’re hosting some future historians this morning 🎒✨ The Thomasville History Center will be closed to regular admission until 12:00 p.m. while we welcome a field trip.
- [Morning Closure](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/morning-closure/) - We’re hosting some future historians this morning 🎒✨ The Thomasville History Center will be closed to regular admission until 12:00 p.m. while we welcome a field trip.
- [2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Series](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/experiences-3/) - "Thomas County 101" | Tuesday, March 3, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. As part of the 2026 Bicentennial Lunch & Learn Speaker Series, Thomasville History Center Curator of Collections Ephraim Rotter will present “Thomas County 101: What Every Citizen Ought to Know” on Tuesday, March 3 at noon. Drawing on nearly two decades of research
- [Lapham-Patterson House Admission](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/lapham-patterson-house-admission/)
- [Explore the History Center](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/explore-the-history-center/) - Purchase Passes
- [A Valentine Par-tea](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/a-valentine-par-tea/) - The Thomasville History Center invites children 12 and under to celebrate Valentine’s Day with a delightful Valentine Par-Tea at the Lapham-Patterson House on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Young guests are encouraged to dress in their finest tea-party attire and enjoy a morning of Victorian-inspired Valentine crafts, games, and tea in a historic setting. Two seatings
- [Annual Meeting](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/show-tell-annual-meeting-2/) - Sunday, January 25, 2026 1pm-4pm Meeting at 2:00pm Free & Open to All Drop by the History Center as we Show & Tell you about new additions to our collection in 2025. This day will also feature a meeting of the membership of the Thomasville History Center which is open to the public.
- [First Missionary Baptist Church Talk](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/first-missionary-baptist-church-talk/) - 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
- [Hangout](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/hangout/) - 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
- [Pop-Up Exhibit](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/pop-up-exhibit/) - 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
- [Admission-Demo](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/admission-demo/)
- [Fat Tuesday in the Thom](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/fat-tuesday-in-the-thom/) - 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
- [Super Museum Sunday](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/super-museum-sunday/) - 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,
- [Closed for Inclement Weather](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/closed-for-inclement-weather/) - 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.
- [Camp Dawson](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/camp-dawson/) - Camp Dawson June 2-6, 2025 9am-4pm (early drop off and late pickup available) Rising Kindergarten through Rising 5th graders Early Drop Off: 7pm-8:30am Late Pick Up; 4pm-5:30pm Early drop-off and late pick-up are offered free of charge but arrangements must be made in advance to utilize this service during camp. We are gearing up for
- [Closed for Private Event](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/closed-for-private-event/) - 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!
- [Closed for Thanksgiving](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/closed-for-the-holidays-2/) - The Thomasville History Center and Lapham-Patterson House will be closed on Thursday, November 28.
- [Closed for the Holidays](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/closed-for-the-holidays/) - The Thomasville History Center and Lapham-Patterson House will be closed on December 24 and 25 in observance of the holiday.
- [Shop Small Saturday](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/shop-small-saturday/) - 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 or online from the comfort of home.
- [Museum Store Sunday](https://thomasvillehistory.org/event/museum-store-sunday/) - 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 favorite museums and cultural institutions. Shop The Lobby at the Thomasville History Center from Noon until 4pm!

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