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Discover Lowndes County's Heritage: The Historical Society & Museum

Discover Lowndes County s Heritage: The Historical Society & Museum Discover Lowndes County s Heritage: The Historical Society & Museum Discover Lowndes County s Heritage: The Historical Society & Museum Scenic Southwest Georgia Valdosta

Founded in 1967, The Lowndes County Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and preserving the rich history of Valdosta and Lowndes County, Georgia. The society operates the Lowndes County Historical Museum. We are located at 305 West Central Avenue in downtown Valdosta in the historic former Carnegie Library. Our museum provides almost 10,000 square feet of local history displays and research material. The museum grounds also include multiple outdoor exhibits. Over 6,000 individuals, including 2,000 school children, visit the Museum each year. With meeting and guest speaker facilities on site, we host a wide array of gatherings, presentations and activities.


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