Jackson County is very fortunate to have its own historical and cultural museum which provides unique opportunities for residents and visitors alike.

The home formerly owned by Lillian E. Jones, whose family was active in the early business and social past of Jackson County, was left to be used as a museum to encourage and preserve the history of Jackson County.

In addition to preserving the history of the area, the museum strives to implement new programs, exhibits and events of interest for the education and enjoyment of the community.

The house at 75 Broadway Street was built in 1867. It was purchased by the Jones family and remodeled in the early 1920s. The furnishings reflect this time period. In addition to a fine collection of permanent items, the museum hosts various themed exhibits throughout the year.

The Carriage House Genealogy Center is located in the building behind the museum. It opened in September 2000, and is staffed by volunteers.

The center has computers with internet access to various genealogy sites, bound volumes of old Jackson County newspapers, old high school yearbooks, family history books, Family Tree Maker software and more!

If you are interested in genealogy, this is a good place to do research, in the Carriage House Genealogy Center.

Museum hours are:

• Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. (January to April)
• Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. (May to December)
• Genealogy Center hours are: Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m.

 

Additional hours for both the Lillian Jones Museum and Genealogy Center are available by appointment. Admission is free and the building is handicapped-accessible.

For more information, call (740) 286-2556.

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Courtesy of Lillian E. Jones Museum, curator, Rhonda Woolum