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Northeast Georgia History Center at Brenau University, Gainesville, GA
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Northeast Georgia History Center at Brenau University

A regional history museum in Gainesville, Georgia, with exhibits, historic structures, and educational programs.

322 Academy Street NE, Gainesville, GA 30501 · Gainesville, GA

About Northeast Georgia History Center at Brenau University

The Northeast Georgia History Center focuses on preserving and teaching the history of the region and beyond. Visitors can explore artifact-filled exhibits, tour historic buildings such as the White Path Cabin and the Hoyt Herrin Blacksmith Shop, and walk through the American Freedom Garden, which honors veterans with a bronze statue of five children. The center also hosts lectures, homeschool days, craft classes, and living history events throughout the year.

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