A Note from the Thomasville History Center
The Thomasville History Center’s historic buildings and grounds are open to self-guided tours, Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm. The Lapham-Patterson is open on Fridays and Saturdays. Please review our re-opening informationbefore your arrival. Visitors must follow all CDC recommendations for social distancing, face coverings, and hand hygiene during their visit. Scavenger hunts are available for guests to enjoy as they explore.
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Upcoming Events
Do You Remember? Rose Festival Parades
The Thomasville History Center is celebrating Rose Show & Festival’s past with a special edition of the popular “Do You Remember?” community conversation program on Thursday, April 23, at 10am online. Part viewing party part conversation, the program will feature footage from early Rose Festival Parades that were recently digitized as a part of a […]
Thomas County: 101
“Thomas County: 101” is the perfect introduction to the story of Thomas County history for those new to the community and a refresher for longtime community members. Explore Thomasville and Thomas County’s evolution from the antebellum plantation era to the Resort Era and beyond. This is the first of two lectures in our “Slides of […]
Educational Programs
ENGAGE Museum Outreach
ENRICH Traveling History Trunk
EXPLORE Field Trips
IMMERSE History Camps
Membership Levels
Membership dues comprise 15% of our operating budget and they are augmented through a generous grant that affords us $1 for every $2 that we can raise, these funds are integral to our existence. As a member, you will enjoy free admission to the museum, priority registration for our special events and a subscription to our quarterly newsletter the Hourglass.