"The Battle Of Giles Court House"

We are planning on "The Battle Of Giles Court House" for June 9th & 10th, 2012. This commemorates the 150th anniversary of the battle. Our theme is "The Yankees Are Coming!" Planning is well underway by the Giles County Civil War Sesquicentennial Committee for a fun filled weekend. The events will be listed at a later date.

While waiting for that momentous day, the historical society has other events planned to mark the sesquecentennial. On December 3, 2011, we will be hosting a "Civil War Christmas By Candlemark" at the Andrew Johnston House. You are invited to join Dr. Harvey Green Johnston, his young wife Annie, their children and their friends as they celebrate Christmas in 1864.

In April 2012, "Gone With The Wind" comes to town with an exhibit of six Scarlett O'Hara and Mammy costume dolls that is created by costume historian and conservator Pete Ballard. You'll see Scarlett O'Hara's famouse gown that was made from the draperies at Tara, and catch a glimpse of Mammy's saucy red satin petticoat.

Please feel free to stop by to see the wonderful artifacts, documents, and genealogical researchers. If you have any questions please call (540)921-1050. The hours Wed-Fri from 12-5 p.m. and Sat-Sun from 2-5 p.m. Our Web site is www.gilescountyhistorical.org We are also on facebook and twitter.