Jack Hadley

Black History

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Thomasville Georgia’s First Black History Museum

Discovering, researching, educating, and preserving Black History in Southwest Georgia and Beyond.

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Thomasville’s First Black History Museum is established to educate individuals about the history and culture of African Americans locally and nationally. One African-American historian, James “Jack” Hadley has preserved over 4,669 pieces of African American artifacts with emphasis on Thomasville’s First Black Achievers, states and national achievers that commemorate their lives and accomplishments.

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We’re always adding to the over-all experience of the Jack Hadley Black History Museum, so make sure to check back and see what’s new.

“Journey to Juneteenth” Documentary

This featured video tells the story of James “Jack” Hadley, grandson of an enslaved person, and his lifelong dedication to preserving and sharing Black history through education and community storytelling.

Cameras Donated to Jack Hadley Black History Museum

A report on the donation of video cameras to the Jack Hadley History Museum, a move that will enhance the museum’s ability to document and preserve local Black history and educational programming.

Leaders Celebrate Georiga Archives

Local officials and community representatives gathered at the Georgia Archives & Genealogy Day event to celebrate and explore the state’s rich history and resources for family research.

Community Digitizes 5,000 Artifacts

Describes a community initiative to digitize the museum’s collection, preserving 5,000 historical artifacts for broader access and future generations.

African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund

Proud to announce that we have received $100,000 from the National Trust for Historic Preservation African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund! This funding will allow us to further stabilize the structure of The Imperial Hotel, preserving its historical integrity and ensuring its safety and stability as we prepare for its full restoration. The Jack Hadley Black History Museum is one of 30 sites to receive a total of $3 million in grant funding to advance ongoing preservation activities for historic sites, buildings, and landscapes that represent Black cultural heritage. With more than $140 million raised, the Action Fund is the […]