Announcement 
       
            It is with great pleasure and anticipation that the Historical Society announces that the 
        traveling Smithsonian Exhibit "Key Ingredients: America by Food" will be coming to the
        Indian Spring Hotel from November 14, 2009 to December 27, 2009.  
        For more information ... 

          

          
 
          
 
          
 
          
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      Summer Tours 
            
      We will be open for tours from Memorial Day through Labor Day on 
      Saturdays and Sundays, from 1 to 4 p.m. 
            
      Come and learn about Chief William McIntosh and the signing of
      the Indian Springs Treaty of 1825. 
            
      See the Federal style architecture and sit on the rocking chairs 
      on the majestic porches. 
            
      Wander through the rooms of the hotel and see the hand-planed wide 
      boards, wooden pegs, handmade bricks, etched windows, and the native stone 
      used in the foundation. 
            
      Look at the displays of some old tools used in yesteryear,
      rope beds, spinning wheels and much more. 
        
      
      
 
      
          
          
    Elizabeth Harris Garden 
              
      This beautiful formal garden at the Indian Spring Hotel was dedicated to the former
      First Lady of Georgia, Mrs. Elizabeth Harris. The garden is filled with historic
      flowers and exquisite rose garden. It is maintained by both the Historical Society 
      and the Villa of Flowers Garden Club. 
             
      We hope that you will come and see the spectacular blooms and the many species of butterflies
      that abound in the garden. 
              
      Admission is $3.00 for an adult. Children accompanied with an adult are free. 
            
      Special Tours or Rentals:
           
      Please contact us to schedule group tours and rentals for the hotel and church 
      at 770-775-3313 or at buttscountyhistoricalsociety@yahoo.com

      
      Upcoming Events Scheduled: 
      
      Spring Opening of the Village of Indian Springs - March 22, 2008 
      Come and shop for Easter. See the beautiful spring flowers in bloom. 
      Please visit www.thevillageatindiansprings.com for further information. 
      
       Bluebirds and Bluegrass Festival at Dauset Trails 
        (always the Saturday of Easter weekend) March 22, 2008
      
       Spring Fest - May 3, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
        This will be the second year for the Indian Spring Fest at the beautiful 
        historic Indian Spring Hotel (1823). There will be homemade crafts, delicious 
        food, and much more. The vendors will be on our beautiful grounds and 
        music will fill the air from our wrap-around porches. Tour the Indian 
        Spring Hotel and take a moment to wander through the beautiful Elizabeth 
        Harris garden with all the Spring blooms. While you are here, remember 
        to visit the numerous historical shops and gardens at the Village at Indian 
        Springs and the oldest state park in the nation, Indian Springs State 
        Park. This event is jointly sponsored by BCHS and the Butts County Chamber 
        of Commerce. For information, please contact the Chamber at 770-775-4839. 
                
        download pdf festival flyer      download pdf Booth Rental Form
        
        
         Indian Springs State Park Museum open on weekends -May 24, 2008 
        
        
         Native American Festival -September 13-14, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 
              
	Our annual Native American Festival promises to be the better than ever this year. Come listen to the
	old stories, see the colorful Native American Regalia, and enjoy the music. This year, we are honored
	to have the Cherokee educator and native culturist, Diamond Brown, who created the educational field
	trip program called “Touch the Earth with Native People” that tells the story of the Native Americans 
	and their culture from the Native perspective. He is also involved in other educational endeavors. In 
	addition, back by popular demand is Jose Rico, the Aztec Fire dancer, who performs his dancing in 
	beautiful regalia, with his headdress adorned with pheasant’s feathers delighting the crowd. Hear the
	singing by noted artists and the beating of the ceremonial drums. Plan to visit the Native American
	vendors featuring Native American crafts and food. The hours are from 10:00 a.m.  to 5:00 p.m.  and
	free parking is across the street. There is a donation of $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children under 12.
	Infants are free. For information, please contact Trina Mansfield, at 770-655-5905, or e-mail
	t_r_m@etcmail.com 

	download pdf festival flyer    download pdf Booth Rental For

       Fall Fest & Parade - October 4, 2008 

         The annual Fall Fest & Parade will be held on the historic square in beautiful downtown Jackson
         from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Come and experience the sights and smells of the season, visit 
         the many vendors, taste the delicious food, and listen to some great music.
         
         This event is jointly sponsored by BCHS and the Butts County Chamber of Commerce. For information,
         please contact the Chamber at 770-775-4839 or e-mail buttscochamber2@bellsouth.net 

	download pdf Fall Fest flyer    download pdf Fall Fest Booth Appl     download pdf Entertainment Appl
      
       Bike Ride for Restoration - October 5, 2008
  
        In conjunction with the Fall Fest there will be a "Bike Ride for Restoration" held on October 5, 2008. 
        This ride will benefit the restoration for the Robert Grier Cemetery. Robert Grier (1780 - 1848) was a
        famous astronomer and founder of the "Grier's Almanac." See www.buttscountyrecreation.com 
        for more information. 
      
        


      
        
      Seven Islands Artifacts ID Day - October 11, 2008 
 
      We are thrilled to host the second Seven Islands Artifacts ID Day at the Indian Spring Hotel from 
      11:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm. The public is invited to bring their arrowheads and other artifacts to have them 
      identified and dated. There will be several local collections on display with demonstrations in flint 
      napping and primitive weapons. Come join in the fun and learn something about the people who lived 
      here hundreds of years ago. Archaeologist Stephen Hammack and several other members of the Ocmulgee 
      Archaeological Society will be on hand to identify Indian artifacts from all periods and any historic 
      artifacts from the earliest days of settlement. Of special note, John Whatley, author of "An Overview of
      Georgia Projectile Points and Selected Cutting Tools" will be on hand to identify and record Clovis or other
      early projectile points. 
              
      Last year, many local arrowheads were identified, one at least 9,000 years old. This event is sponsored 
      by the Butts County Historical Society. For more information contact W.J. Shannon at wjshannon123@bellsouth.net 
      or call 770-361-7185.
        
      
      Lights in the Night - November 29, 2008
 
       The Village of Indian Springs Christmas Opening, with the lights, decorations, and the sounds of Christmas, will 
       open for the Christmas season. Plan to do your Christmas shopping in the specialty shops, have your child's picture 
       taken with Santa and enjoy the carriage rides. See the www.thevillageatindiansprings.com 
       for more information. 
        
       BCHS Tour of Homes - December 7, 2008 Details to be announced. 
      
          The Historical Society also participates in: 
            Bluebirds and Bluegrass Festival at Dauset Trails (always the Saturday of Easter weekend) March 22, 2008 
       
      Download pdf 2008 Calendar for a complete guide to county events. 

       
      Indian Spring "Through the Ages" Celebration
    Indian Springs Celebration "Through the Ages" was held on April 29th and 30th, 
      2006 and celebrated the 75th Anniversary of Georgia State Parks, the Re-opening of the Indian Spring Hotel
      and the Dogwood Festival. Many thanks go to our partners, the Indian Springs State Park, the Butts County 
      Chamber of Commerce, and Dauset Trails for a highly successful event. Thank you also for all the donations 
      and to all the volunteers who helped make this day possible.
       
          
     
 
     		Eddie Travis, Butts County Commissioner; Frankie Willis, BCHS V. President 
     		& Restoration Director; Kelly Yielding, Chamber of Commerce; Dan Rowe, 
     		Deputy Commissioner, GA Dept of Economic Development; Melinda Atha, 
     		Executive Director Chamber of Commerce; Becky Kelley, Director, State 
     		Parks & Historic Sites; Harold Linnenkohl, GA DOT; Lonice Barrett, 
     		Governor's Office; & Sheri Hudson, BCHS President.