The new Historical Society Museum is now open to the public! The new building contains more than 2,000 square feet. In addition to a large room housing heirlooms and artifacts, there is also a lovely work room for volunteers, and a reading room for researchers. The museum is located at 81 North Church Street, Clayton, Georgia 30525
Hours open to the public are Mondays 10 am to 2 pm, Wednesdays 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm and Fridays 10 am to 2 pm
About the Society
The Rabun County Historical Society was chartered in 1976, and reactivated in 1995. Today, the Society is an active reminder of the county's historical roots. Below you will find information on the various aspects of our activities, including membership information and museum hours.
Mission Statement
The Rabun County Historical Society has been established to:
- Appraise, collect, organize, describe, preserve and make available the history of Rabun County, its environs and artifacts.
- Provide facilities for the retention, preservation, servicing and research use of such records.
- Serve as a research center for the study of Rabun County's history by members of the community and other interested persons.
- Serve in a public relations capacity by promoting knowledge and understanding of Rabun County's origins.