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Lowndes County Historical Society and Museum

 Collection
Collection number: CA-001

Scope and Contents

Founded in 1967, the Lowndes County Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the rich history of Valdosta and Lowndes County, Georgia. The Society operates the Lowndes County Historical Museum, housed in the historic former Carnegie Library at 305 West Central Avenue in downtown Valdosta. The museum features nearly 10,000 square feet of local history exhibits, research materials, and multiple outdoor displays. Welcoming over 6,000 visitors each year—including 2,000 local students—the museum also serves as a community hub, hosting meetings, guest speakers, and a wide variety of public programs and events.

Dates

  • 2023-05

Extent

3 Boxes

Language

English

Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin

Repository Details

Part of the Community Archives Digitization, Access, and Preservation Program Repository

Contact:
1500 N. Patterson St.
Valdosta Georgia