Upcoming Events
The Northeast Georgia History Center produces events throughout the year for all ages. Become a Member to enjoy free admission to the museum and free or discounted admission to events. Tickets to events are non-refundable.
Brought to you by the Ada Mae Ivester Education Center
The History Center will be Open on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 from 1pm to 4pm for Heritage Arts Day: Sheep to Shawl!
In collaboration with the Georgia Mountain Fiber Arts Guild.
No Pre-Registration Required; General Admission: $8 Adults, $7 Seniors/Military, $6 Students, and Free for our Members.
More information coming soon!
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Forum Lecture Series | Tuesday, March 10th at 7:00 PM
Women of the Revolutionary War
With Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Dee Gillespie
For Women’s History Month, come learn about the incredible women who helped win America’s freedom. The talk will be followed by a Question and Answer session with the speaker.
Preregistration Now Open:
https://negahc.charityproud.org/EventRegistration/Index/26739
Old Time Music Slow Jam Session, with Foothills Fiddles and Frets | Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the Month
(Starting January, 2026)
Be part of an Appalachian tradition! Starting in January, Foothills Fiddles and Frets will host Old Time Music Slow Jam Sessions at the Northeast Georgia History Center in Gainesville from 2-4 PM on the first and third Saturdays of each month.
Fiddlers, guitarists, banjo, ukulele, string bass and dulcimer players are invited to play traditional Old Time music at a beginner’s level tempo. For more information, contact Stephanie Gordon at 678-936-1057 or stephcascader@gmail.com.
New Permanent Exhibit Opening!
Threads of Sacrifice: Stories from Northeast Georgia
Opening November 11th of 2025, this new permanent exhibit honors the men and women of Northeast Georgia who served in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. Through uniforms, letters, photographs, and personal stories, visitors will explore how global conflicts shaped our local community.
In honor of Veterans Day, we’re offering free admission for all veterans on November 11th. Join us as we dedicate this new space to the courage, sacrifice, and enduring legacy of our region’s heroes.
We are thankful to those family members who have donated time, artifacts, or given us the funding to make this exhibit happen. We can’t wait to share it with you!
Announcement: Coming Soon!
Spring 2026 Homeschool Events Schedule:
Join us every third Thursday from January through May, for our monthly Homeschool events! January and March will be our brand new Homeschool Intensive Classes for grades 6th-12th (limited capacity); Please Note: There will NOT be a January or March Homeschool Day for this year.
More information and pre-registration links coming soon. Be sure to follow our social media pages for more updates and future events.
*January 15th: Homeschool Intensive - Surviving Winter (Grades 6th - 12th)
*February 19th: The Underground Railroad
*March 19th: Homeschool Intensive - World War II (Grades 6th-12th)
*April 16th: Railroads of Georgia
*May 21st: The Revolutionary War
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Announcement: Coming Soon!
Spring 2026 Forum Schedule:
Join us every second Tuesday at 7pm for our monthly Forum events! More information and pre-registration links coming soon. Be sure to follow our social media pages for more updates and future events.
*January 1st: Gainesville’s Inspiring Role Model: The Honorable General James Longstreet
*February 10th: Black Experiences in the American Revolution
*March 10th: Women of the Revolutionary War
*April 14th: Remembering our 32nd: President Franklin D. Roosevelt
* May 12th: CHANGED - TOPIC TO BE DETERMINED
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