History, Heritage & Arts
Explore downtown historic districts, heritage centers, art museums and historical markers. The Funk Heritage Center at Reinhardt University, Historic Marble Courthouse in Canton and Dean’s Store in Woodstock are just a few treasures you won’t want to miss!
Ball Ground
An example of the changing architecture in the South from the mid 19th to early 20th centuries, the original portion of this private home dates back to 1855. On the National Register of Historic Properties.
Ball Ground, GA 30107
Multi-faceted arts ministry with classes, camps and gallery. Venue also available for retreats and special events.
Ball Ground, GA 30107
Marker noting the site of this major mid-1700’s Cherokee-Creek Indian battle is located downtown.
Ball Ground, GA 30107
In May and June 1938, after being forced out of their homes at gunpoint by State and Federal armies, Cherokee Indians were marched under military guard along what is now Yellow Creek Road and Old Federal Road to internment camps in Tennessee.
Ball Ground, GA 30107
Canton
Marker noting the creation of Cherokee County in 1832 from Cherokee Indian lands with our community being named in their honor.
Canton, GA 30114
All aspects of art in one location in downtown Canton. Enjoy the gallery celebrating local and regional artists, live performances, and an array of classes for all ages.
Canton, GA 30114
Built in 1927 and renovated in 1997, the Cherokee County Historic Courthouse and Jail is housed in a beautiful five-story Classical Revival building made of native marble that features a restored chambers and jail quarters.
Canton, GA 30114
Temporarily Closed for Renovations: The new Cherokee County History Center will be an exceptional cultural asset, a dynamic education resource, and an economic development driver for historic downtown Canton and Cherokee County. History in the Making is History Cherokee’s plan to build a multi-functional facility to meet the challenge of protecting, preserving, and sharing Cherokee County’s unique and compelling history.
Canton, GA 30114
Marker noting mines extending southwesterly across the county including the Sixes Mine, worked earlier by the Cherokee. After the 1860′s, most gold mining operations in the county slowed or ceased.
Canton, GA 30114
Ft. Buffington was built in the 1830′s by local militia and was one of about 25 stockades in the Cherokee Indian Nation used by Federal and State troops during the Cherokee Removal in 1838.
Canton, GA 30115
Located off GA Hwy. 20, Exit 16 in Canton, the Department of Veteran Affairs 123rd National Cemetery is proud to serve veterans’ needs for generations to come.
Canton, GA 30114
The site of an early Cherokee settlement and later a gold mine in the early 1830′s. This was also a military removal encampment for the Georgia Militia during the “Trail of Tears” in 1838.
Canton, GA 30114
Reflecting the Art Deco style of the 1930s, the historic downtown theatre provides live performances from local and traveling productions as well as musicians, comedians and film screening events.
Canton, GA 30114
Restored rock barn, once home to world-class race horses, is maintained by the Cherokee County Historical Society and is available for private events. On the National Register of Historic Places
Canton, GA 30114
Born in 1821 in South Carolina, Joseph E. Brown grew up in Georgia where he taught school and read law at night. He was elected State Senator, Judge of the Superior Court, and Governor during the Civil War. His Canton home stood near the current park.
Canton, GA 30114
Working farm and home to The Art Barn and Farmer Sue, a private barnyard with Farm to Table field trips, parties, camps, classes/workshops, farm animals, seasonal produce and more.
Canton, GA 30115
One of the county’s oldest historic cemeteries and final resting place of many pioneer citizens and their descendants. Many lovely markers are carved from marble quarried locally. Located behind the Cherokee County Arts Center and Historic Courthouse.
Canton, GA 30114
Holly Springs
Once the hub of commerce for Holly Springs in the early 1900′s, now the renovated station serves as a community meeting and special events facility.
Holly Springs, GA 30115
Waleska
Located on the campus of Reinhardt University and known as one of the best concert halls in the southeast, the FPAC offers exceptional performances in an intimate setting.
Waleska, GA 30183
Georgia’s Official Frontier and Southeastern Indian Interpretive Center and a certified National Park Service Trail of Tears Interpretive Site. Visitors will see a film about the Southeastern Indians, exhibits including dioramas, plus artifacts and contemporary American Indian art.
The Sellars Gallery of Historic Hand Tools features an amazing collection of hand tools from more than 100 crafts. Walking trails and a great gift shop are also available.
Waleska, GA 30183
Woodstock
“Where yesterday lives and tomorrow waits.” Home to the Woodstock Visitors Center and located in the heart of downtown, Dean’s Store provides an eclectic blend of history with a museum, art gallery, literary lounge and gathering place, all within one store.
Woodstock, GA 30188
Woodstock’s thriving arts village offering performances, instruction and exhibits year-round. Formerly known as Elm Street Cultural Arts.
Woodstock, GA 30188
Cherokee County, GA
Cherokee County
Chamber of Commerce
3605 Marietta Highway
Canton, GA 30114