History belongs to us all.
Discover, learn, and help preserve the stories that shape us as Georgians.
We are Georgia. For nearly two centuries, the Georgia Historical Society has served as a trusted steward for Georgia's history—preserving the stories, documents, and voices that define who we are. We invite you to be part of the work that keeps Georgia’s full story alive.
187
Years of service
5 Million
Items in our collection
250,000
Students reached
60,000
Researchers served annually
2,200+
Historical markers
Georgia’s History. Everyone’s Story.
Georgia’s history is more than dates and documents—it’s the foundation of how we understand ourselves, our communities, and our future.
Through trusted scholarship, statewide education, and public programs that reach every corner of Georgia, the Georgia Historical Society works to ensure that history is accurate, accessible, and relevant for every Georgian. When we understand where we come from, we can better shape where we are going.
Education & Curriculum
Access free K–12 resources and teacher training.
Research & Archives
Access original documents, artifacts, and records supporting discovery, scholarship, and family history.
Programs & Events
Through the Georgia History Festival, find an event near you or online and experience history in person.
Publications
Engage with leading historians and new scholarship that deepens understanding of Georgia and American history.
Community Archives Initiative
Volunteer, attend community workshops, and contribute family materials to help preserve your community’s history.
Historical Markers
Search more than 2,200 roadside markers statewide and discover the stories behind the places you pass every day.
What We Preserve, Shapes What We Remember
Every story preserved starts with someone who cared enough to share it. Learn why preserving our history matters.
Follow along and stay connected to Georgia’s story.
Your Support Makes History Possible
The Georgia Historical Society is a nonprofit organization that relies on the generosity of people who believe history matters. Your support helps preserve more than 5 million archival items, provide free educational resources to students and teachers statewide, and ensure that Georgia’s full story—accurate, inclusive, and accessible—remains relevant for future generations. There are several ways to make an impact:
Make a Gift
Your gift helps us fulfill our research and educational mission and help tell Georgia’s story.
Create a Lasting Legacy
Invest in the future of Georgia’s history through a named endowment fund, planned gift, or bequest.
Donate Your Collections
Donate photographs and documents to ensure they’re preserved and accessible to future generations.
Become a Member of the Georgia Historical Society
A membership is the easiest way to stay connected to Georgia’s history year-round. As a member you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits while directly supporting the preservation and education programs that make the Georgia Historical Society one of Georgia’s most treasured institutions — and one of the most respected historical societies in the nation.
Every Part of Georgia Has a Story Worth Saving
“I want to understand the history for all people, because we are so connected. My history is interwoven with other people’s history and it all comes together to create this wonderful mosaic and Georgia’s history really gives us an opportunity to celebrate who we are today.”
Chair Emeritus, Georgia Historical Society
Former Vice President and General Manager, Lockheed Martin
“It’s not just history for a certain kind of people, or the powerful people, it’s a history for all of us.”
Board of Curators, Georgia Historical Society
Former Deputy Attorney General of the United States