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Museum & Genealogical Research Library, est. 1974

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1910 Polk County Map

November 28, 2023

This link downloads a large scale map that can be enlarged to find schools, churches, businesses & industries, residences, roads, railroads, waterways and more. 1910 Hudgins Company Link […]

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Student Receives Award: George Forrister (1963)

June 29, 2023June 29, 2023

These photos were included in our recent newsletter and posted here for easier viewing. The originals can be found at our Research Library in the Music Lovers’ Club […]

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History of the Junior Welfare League

May 2, 2023
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Women’s History Month: Gerry Edmonds Holmes

March 9, 2019

Geraldine (Gerry) Edmonds Holmes (September 14, 1947 – April 9, 2003) is buried in Greenwood cemetery with an inscription of “Loving Mother and Wife” as well as “First […]

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Museum & Research Library @ 117 West Ave.
Wed – Sat 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
770-748-4828
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