Old Jail Museum Restoration Project

The Barnesville Lamar County Historical Society is embarking on an exciting new venture to enhance tourism in our area and raise local, statewide, and national awareness about the rich economic and cultural history of Barnesville, Lamar County.

How Can You Help?

The Barnesville Lamar County Historical Society, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit tax deductible organization, is seeking donations to fund Phase 1 of Barnesville's Old Jail Museum Restoration and Exhibition Project. Additional funding will be sought through grants and foundations.

Sponsor funds will assist with project costs including:

Building repairs and updates
Pest Control and prevention
Humidity and light control
Exhibition furniture and setup
Supplies for cleaning and storing artifacts and archival material

Sponsor Benefits

Invitations to exhibition openings
Recognition in our newsletter, Facebook page, and website
Recognition in all project press releases to be promoted on local radio stations, newspapers, and television

Volunteer

We need your help! Volunteers will assist with exhibitions, fundraising, marketing, special events, administrative tasks etc.

GOALS

Restore

parts of Barnesville 's Old jail Museum

Artifacts

Identify and preserve artifacts and archival material vital to the history of Barnesville, Lamar County

Exhibition

Upgrade exhibitions with fresh material and create a new flow to the museum experience

Restore

the Crowder Brother's Gin House which houses original Barnesville Buggies

Environment

Create a safe environment for future exhibitions

Storage Vault

Rehabilitate our collections storage area with shelving and create safe areas for storage and archival purposes