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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Upcoming Closures & Adjusted Hours
Please note the following upcoming closures and temporary schedule adjustments at the Thomasville History Center and the Lapham-Patterson House:
Holiday closures: July 3 and 4 (Independence Day); September 7 (Labor Day)
Please check our calendar before visiting. We appreciate your understanding as we host field trips and special events.
Hours
Thomasville History Center
Monday – Saturday
10AM – 4PM
Sunday
CLOSED
Lapham-Patterson House
Thursday – Friday
Saturday
Sunday – Wednesday
1PM, 2PM, 3PM
10AM, 11AM, 1PM, 2PM, 3PM
CLOSED
Location
Thomasville History Center
725 N. Dawson St,
Thomasville, GA 31792
Lapham-Patterson House
626 N Dawson St,
Thomasville, GA 31792
Tours & 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
National Trust Member (w/ ID)
Adult $8 | Student $3
Self-Guided Tour
Guests may watch a brief introductory video (approximately 10 minutes) and self-guide through interior exhibits anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Visitors are also welcome to explore the grounds and historic structures during their visit.
Tickets may be purchased in person or in advance online below.
This admission includes interior access to the History Center’s historic buildings, including the Joiner-Callaway House, Bowling Alley, Smith Homestead, Roberts Garage, Flowers Playhouse, and Metcalfe Courthouse.
Group Tours & Youth Groups
Group Tours
All group visits of 10 or more must be scheduled at least one week in advance with a member of our staff. Groups are asked to inquire about our group rates when planning a visit. Arrangements for visits to the Thomasville History Center campus and/or the Lapham-Patterson House require advance scheduling and are dependent on staff availability.
Group visits typically include a brief introductory video (approximately 10 minutes), a self-guided or guided tour of the museum grounds and historic buildings, and a self-guided tour of exhibits.
By Request: A 30–40 minute talk on a topic of local historical interest may be arranged upon request. This option is subject to staff availability and must be requested at the time of the quote request.
Youth Groups
All group visits of children or students (ages 6–17) must be scheduled at least one week in advance with the Curator of Engagement. Groups are asked to inquire about group rates when planning a visit. Arrangements for visits to the Thomasville History Center campus and/or the Lapham-Patterson House require advance scheduling and are dependent on staff availability.
Students residing within Thomas, Grady, Brooks, Colquitt, Mitchell, Jefferson (FL), and Leon (FL) counties (the TASF Zone) qualify for free admission, made possible through the support of the Thomas County Antiques Show Foundation. Free-admission visits include required adult chaperones.
Students residing outside the TASF Zone are eligible for a reduced group rate, which will be provided upon request during the inquiry process.
Shop ‘The Lobby’
Taking inspiration from the Thomasville History Center’s collections and the history, people, stories, and landscape of the Red Hill region, we’ve compiled a varied selection of gifts and souvenirs you’ll treasure for years to come. Learn more about The Lobby!
Click, Explore, and Learn
Embark on a seamless journey of discovery with our interactive campus map. Navigate through our three-acre campus and learn about our 7 historic structures.
Orientation Video (English)
Orientation Video (Spanish)
Request a
Group Tour
All group visits of 10 or more must be scheduled at least one week in advance with a member of our staff. Groups are asked to inquire about our group rates when planning a visit. Arrangements for visits to the Thomasville History Center campus and/or the Lapham-Patterson House require advance scheduling and are dependent on staff availability.
Phone: (229) 226-7664