Monroe Cultural & Heritage Museum

Looking for something to do on a rainy cold day in Monroe, Georgia?  Go to the Monroe Cultural and Heritage Museum.  The museum opened this past November in the building which was at one time City Hall and the Fire Department  The exhibits represent the history of Monroe before it became Monroe until the present day.  Some key exhibits include Native American inhabitants, the Battle of Jack's Creek, the founding of Monroe and origins of its name, the Monroe Girls Corps, and the formation of the Walton Tribune.  


Walton County which was formed as a part of the Lottery Act of 1818 was laid out and named in honor of George Walton, one of three Georgians who signed the Declaration of Independence.  The county seat of Monroe was incorporated in 1821 and named after James Monroe, the fifth president of the United States.  Elisha Betts of Virginia gave the land on which many county buildings and the town was built.

I have two of these items at home from Lawrenceville

The extensive display of arrowheads is very impressive

At some point (I confess I do not remember--I have to make another trip) a photographer named Mr. Carnes came to Monroe to record the growing city.  The cameras below are the types used at this time.  While we are fascinated by the changes in the camera over the years, we are very curious about the tiny chair beside the camera.  Any of my photographer friends care to contribute as to this chairs use?  We were thinking a small child or baby could be strapped in but that seemed a little uncomfortable.  

Having taught Business Education (aging myself) for many years--I had to get a closer look at this typewriter.  It's a Smith Corona! 

The museum is open Thursday & Friday 10-4 and Saturday 10-2.  Plan to go early and then visit one of the great restaurants in Monroe.  We chose Milos for the Vegetable Platter and Reuben, but Amici and Butcher Block area also great local spots for lunch.  Our thanks to Pam Parish who is a volunteer at the museum for explaining everything and making our visit welcoming!  

Joy