Athens Historical Society papers, 1897-1979
Collection context
Summary
- Creator:
- Athens Historical Society
- Date:
- 1897-1979
- Extent:
- 2 Linear Feet (1 oversized box)
- Language:
- English
- Preferred citation:
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Athens Historical Society papers, ms2005, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.
Background
- Scope and content:
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The collection consists of files and plaques, including the minutes of the meetings and documentation of events and projects undertaken by the Athens Historical Society. Included are photographs, and papers belonging to Sarah H. Moss.
- Biographical / historical:
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The Athens Historical Society was founded in 1959 and is dedicated to preserving the history of Athens, Clarke County and the surrounding area. The Society is a non-profit organization under federal 501(c)(3) regulations. Membership in the Society offers informative quarterly meetings, interesting projects, newsletters and the annual volume of papers presented to the Society, the Athens Historian. Other publications issued by the Society include books, maps, and tours of historic homes.
Access and use restrictions
- Preferred citation:
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Athens Historical Society papers, ms2005, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.