“On February 2021, the Georgia World War II Heritage Trail was launched to raise public awareness of Georgia’s rich World War II history and the sites dedicated to preserve that history. Trail Partners are dedicated to keep Georgia’s World War II stories, locations, and experiences compelling and relevant.” In order to visit the sites pertinent…
About Us:
Hours of Operation: Opening Hours for February 2024 are: 10:00 to 4:00 Tuesday and Thursday or by appointment. Address: 800 South Church Street, Thomaston, Georgia 30286 Contact Us: (706) 601 3610 or Email: upsonhistoricalsociety1968@gmail.com Mailing Address: P.O. Box 363, Thomaston, GA 30286 Directions: Directions to Thomaston, From AtlantaGo South on I-75 South to US-19 (Exit 77)….
Donations
Donations are important to support the Upson Historical Society, so we may continue our outreach programs for the communities of Thomaston and Upson County. You can donate to the general fund or if you prefer you can donate to a specific program. Funds to which you can contribute are : 1. Discretionary Fund (to be…
Visit and Spend the Day in Thomaston
Experience Life in the Thomaston During WWII at our Newest Exhibition “Thomaston Goes to War … On the Homefront” Upson Historical Society Open Hours: Monday & Wednesday 10:00am to 4:00pm, Friday 10:00am to 2:00pm or by Appointment Address: The Pettigrew, White, Stamps House, 800 South Church Street, Thomaston, Georgia 30286 Contact Us: (706) 601-3610 or…
“Thomaston Goes to War…on the Home Front”
The Exhibitions: Visit “Thomaston Goes to War…on the Home Front” exhibitions and discover how one small town made big contributions to the World War II Allied victory. This multi-site display is a collaborative project between the Upson Historical Society and the Thomaston-Upson Archives to tell the story of the endurance and mettle of the Greatest…
Past Exhibitions, Events & Lectures
Ken Duncan and his role in the Battle of la Drag Valley in November 1965
Gift Shop and Event Tickets Online
Gift Shop On-Line Artwork, Accessories & Apparel “Spam, Ham and Buttermilk Pie . . . Upson County Cooks During WWII” Compiled by the Upson Historical Society Recipes from Mrs. S.R. Dull’s 1936 Cooking School and the East Thomaston Girl Scouts Cook Book. This is a great way to see what your grandparents or great grandparents…
Club and Group Outings
Adult Leadership Upson Class of 2023 Tour of Pettigrew-White-Stamps House Museum What better way go on an outing than touring the exhibition “Thomaston Goes to War … at the Homefront” at the Upson Historical Society and the Thomaston Upson Archives? The entire tour will last approximately 2 to 2.5 hours (depending on how many questions…
Summer Camps and Home Schools
Summer Camp field trips and Home School groups are a great way for your children to learn about Thomaston and Upson County. We can tailor your tour to your special interests on how WWII affected our area. You will learn about how the entire town participated in the war efforts, including turning our textile mills…
“Thomaston Goes to War on the Homefront” 