Quitman Brooks County Museum (Quitman, Georgia)
Organization
About
The Quitman Brooks County Museum is dedicated to preserving the cultural heritage and history of Brooks County. Our institution offers a comprehensive exploration of the people, places, events, and customs that have contributed to the county's rich history. Our team of experienced historians endeavors to collect, preserve, and exhibit historically significant artifacts that tell the story of Brooks County's past.
Found in 7 Collections and/or Records:
1918 Murder and Lynching that Followed - Fact or Fiction, 1918, September 2021
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Collection number: CA-009-001-001
Scope and Contents
1 digitized notebook binder containing Edmonson, Stephen W. "1918 Murder and Lynching that Followed - Fact or Fiction," September 2021 from the Brooks County Museum. Includes essay "The Murder of C. Hampton Smith, May 1918 And Lynchings Following It," A letter from Stephen W. Edmondson to Sheila Selph, dated August 24, 2021, and newspaper clippings.Master copy of file contains critically annotated article by Christopher C. Myers, "Killing Them by the Wholesale: A Lynching Rampage...
Dates:
Event: 1918; September 2021
Brooks County (Ga.) History: Businesses and Street Scenes in Quitman Binder, ca. 1876-1959
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Collection number: CA-009-003-001
Scope and Contentse
This document provides a comprehensive overview of the historical buildings and businesses in Quitman, Georgia. It includes detailed architectural descriptions of prominent structures, along with their historical significance and context within the community. Businesses that advertised in the Quitman Banner are documented, highlighting the economic activity and commercial history of the town.Additionally, the collection features original stock certificates, checks, and photo...
Dates:
ca. 1876-1959
Brooks County (Ga.) History: Dixie, Empress, Johnson Short, Mule Creek, Nankin, Piscola Creek Binder, 2024-11-20, ca. 1928-1988
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Collection number: CA-009-003-002
Scope and Contents
This document is an overview of the history of locations around Brooks County, Georgia. The document begins by looking at Blue Springs and the floods that occured within the town in 1928. Dixie, Georgia is also discussed with a manuscript by Summer Mary Hatcher and photgraphs of students in school. Empress, Georgia is further discussed in relation to turpentine plantations and other historical buildings. Johnson Short is included through a oral history that was written down in 1988 detailing...
Dates:
Acquired: 2024-11-20; ca. 1928-1988
Brooks County (Ga.) History: Morven, Barney, and Barwick Binder, circa 1893-2008, 2008, November 2024
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Collection number: CA-009-002-002
Scope and Contents
This document provides a comprehensive history of the founding and development of the towns of Morven, Barney, and Barwick, Georgia. It includes essays, newspaper clippings, photographs, and detailed oral history accounts from residents. The document covers a wide range of topics, including the establishment of local schools, churches, and businesses; the contributions of prominent families and individuals; and the social and economic evolution of these communities. It highlights key events...
Dates:
circa 1893-2008; Issued: 2008; Digitized: November 2024
Brooks County (Ga.) History: Quitman and Pavo Binder, circa 1895-1999
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Collection number: CA-009-002-001
Scope and Contents
This document provides a comprehensive history of Quitman and Pavo, Georgia, highlighting their development from early settlements to thriving communities. It includes photographs, essays, newspaper clippings, and oral histories, covering key topics such as local industries like turpentine production, significant businesses like the Orange Squeeze Bottling Works, and landmarks such as the Hotel Pavo and Quitman's West End Cemetery. The influence of the Savannah, Albany, and Gulf Railroad on...
Dates:
circa 1895-1999
Quitman Brooks County Museum and Cultural Center Collection
Collection
Collection number: CA-009
Scope and Contents
This collection is from the Quitman-Brooks County Museum and Cultural Center, which serves as a repository for the rich history and cultural legacy of Brooks County, Georgia. Founded to preserve and promote the area's heritage, the Museum documents the social, economic, and cultural evolution of the county and its towns through a wide array of primary and secondary resources. Its holdings provide valuable insights into the lives of the people, businesses, and events that shaped this South...
Dates:
1918
The Isaacs, Concert Poster, October 27, 2024
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Collection number: CA-009-002-003
Scope and Contents
This poster advertises a concert featuring The Isaacs, a Grammy-nominated gospel group renowned for their blend of gospel, country, and bluegrass music. The Isaacs are celebrated for their multi-Dove Award-winning performances and their tribute to the Grand Ole Opry. The event is scheduled for October 20 at the Brooks County High School Performing Arts Center, located at 1801 Moultrie Highway, Quitman, Georgia. The poster outlines various sponsorship packages, ranging from $250 to $2000,...
Dates:
October 27, 2024