Events
Business is Boomin' Temporary Exhibit
"Business is Boomin': Historic Community Businesses" explores the various businesses and business communities that defined Cherokee County's history in the mid to late 20th century. Featuring a variety of objects, images, and a hands-on activity, see how small businesses and business families paved the way for our current business community. Open June to September 2023
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What's Up with those Rocks?
09/27/2023 | 11 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. What is marble and why is it important? During this What’s Up Wednesday, we’ll visit Gallery 3 to learn about this important natural resource. Then we’ll move the classroom where you can paint your very own pet rock to take home! Admission for this program is $5.00 per child and covers the entirety of the program. Admission to the Cherokee County History Center is not included. Tickets are non-refundable for this event.
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Annual Member Picnic
10/01/2023 | 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. History Cherokee members are invited to a picnic at the historic Sixes School. Hosted by the Rich family of Construction Management Services, this is your chance to get a peek inside one of Cherokee County’s iconic landmarks while enjoying some delicious BBQ and great company! History Cherokee members will receive a special link to reserve their place at the picnic. Please register by Monday, September 25. Address and parking information will be sent to registered guests only.
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Georgia Trust GREEN Workshop
10/05/23 | 6 - 8 p.m. History Cherokee invites you to join us for a GREEN Workshop by the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation! Hosted at the Cherokee County History Center, workshop attendees will learn all about Georgia Trust GREEN, including a checklist of things to do, how to set up a professional assessment, and how to document improvements made to your home. This workshop is free to attend. Pre-registration is required.
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History Factory: Shadows of History, A Walking Tour of Historic Enon Cemetery
10/13/2023 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. / 7 - 8 p.m. Join Jeanne Cosey for a nighttime walk through Woodstock's historic Enon Cemetery. Founded in 1837 as part of Enon Baptist Church (now First Baptist Church Woodstock), Enon Cemetery has been the final resting place for generations in Woodstock. During this tour, guests will learn about the cemetery's history and the lives of some of the people laid to rest here. Member registration is now live. Public registration opens September 12.
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Georgia's Good Neighbor: The Story of WCHK Opening
10/18/2023 History Cherokee presents the latest temporary exhibit "Georgia’s Good Neighbor: The Story of WCHK" opening October 18, 2023. Discover the history of Cherokee County's own radio station.
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Hear, Here! Interpreting the Lives of the Enslaved
10/24/2023 | 7 p.m. How do we discover, interpret, and share the stories of the people that were enslaved in the American South? Join us for an insightful lecture from Nicole A. Moore, Director of the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, as she tackles this question and more. Registration will open soon for this program.
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What's Up Wednesday: What's Up with Salty Dog?
Ruh Roh! What's up with Salty Dog?? In this What’s Up Wednesday, we visit the Douglas Gallery to learn all about Salty Dog. Then we’ll move the classroom where you can make your very own Salty Dog ears to take home!
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