Educational Resources
While the Cherokee County History Center is located in Canton, history can be found all over our region. Every educational resource found here is freely accessible for personal use. From walking and driving tours to videos and a digital exhibit, there's so much to learn about Cherokee County.
Black History Driving Tours
Discover historic sites in the "Canton & Woodstock Black History Driving Tours." Available online or in-print at the Cherokee County History Center.
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Walking Tours
Looking to get out and explore Cherokee County? Check out these free downloadable self-guided walking tour brochures of historic buildings and locations in Cherokee County.
Downtown Ballground
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Downtown Canton
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Downtown Woodstock
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Marble Courthouse in Canton
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Riverview Cemetery
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Cherokee County’s history is filled with individuals from different perspectives; all with a story to tell. The following people would like to guide you through the county they knew – the places, people, and the events that shaped their lives. Click their image to watch the videos.
Clara Bedell
The daughter of the sheriff of Canton, she attended Reinhardt Normal School in Waleska.
Magnolia Thomas
She was a graduate of Spelman Seminary in Atlanta and she taught school in Woodstock.
Cherokee in 20 Objects
History Cherokee invited participants to help us tell the stories of our shared past through our community-curated exhibit, Cherokee in 20 Objects.
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Research Library
Are you interested in learning more about Cherokee County's rich past? We have a variety of resources available in the Helen & Skip Spears Research Library. The library is available for free by appointment only Mondays and Fridays from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Contact Kaylee Johnson at kjohnson@historycherokee.org for more questions or to book an appointment.
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Visit
Admission to the Cherokee County History Center includes access to the museum, temporary exhibition, and research library.
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Get Involved
Discover how you can be a part of history with us through volunteer opportunities, becoming a member, or donating an artifact.
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