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ABOUT TROUP COUNTY ARCHIVES & LEGACY MUSEUM ON MAIN

We are passionate about our area’s history.  Records, papers, diaries, families, photographs, artifacts, exhibits, lectures, classes, workshops—all to bring our past to the present.

Current Exhibition

February 24, 2025 through March 2, 2026

Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the end of World War II, experience the powerful stories of war through portraits and artifacts that bring history to life. Honor the resilience, sacrifice, and humanity of those Troup Countians who shaped the course of the 20th century.

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17Dec 2024

Lights in Troup County: Celebrating Hanukkah and the Legacy of a Jewish Immigrant

Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, is observed this year from December 25th through January 2nd.  The celebration commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem during the Maccabean Revolt, in 164 B.C. Simon Maccabeus aka Simon Thassi, d. 135 BC, prince of the Hebrew Hasmonean Dynasty and high priest. After the painting by Margaret Dovaston (1884-1954). From Hutchinson's History of the Nations, published 1915. Jewish immigrants, though few in number, have played an integral part in Troup County’s history since the earliest days of our [...]

Lights in Troup County: Celebrating Hanukkah and the Legacy of a Jewish Immigrant

Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, is observed this year from December 25th through January 2nd.  The celebration commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem during the Maccabean Revolt, in 164 B.C. Simon Maccabeus aka Simon Thassi, d. 135 BC, prince of the Hebrew Hasmonean Dynasty and high priest. After the painting by Margaret Dovaston (1884-1954). From Hutchinson's History [...]

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Ever wondered where you came from? How you and your family got to Georgia? Let us help you find out!

Upcoming Events

Opportunities for all ages to engage, learn, discuss, enjoy our history.

In-school Programs

Our educators bring artifacts directly to your classroom to illuminate history through the lens of our community.

Field Trips

Engage your students through our permanent collections and skills-building programs.

Government Records Requests

Troup County Archives is the official records repository of Troup County School System, Troup County, the City of LaGrange, and the City of Hogansville. Click below for school transcripts, court documents, deeds, and more.

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