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The traveling Smithsonian Exhibit Key Ingredients: America by Food has moved to Buchanan, which is the last stop in the State of Georgia.
For information about obtaining the Stirring Up the Past Cookbook and some departing thoughts, please follow this link.
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Summer Tours
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.
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
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Visit the 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.
Upcoming Events Scheduled:
Spring Opening of the Village of Indian Springs - April 3, 2010.
Come and shop for Easter. See the beautiful spring flowers in bloom. Please visit www.thevillageatindiansprings.com for further information.
Native American Festival -September 11-12, 2010, from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m
Come to the 21st annual Indian Springs Native American Festival and PowWow to be held at the Indian Spring Hotel/Museum. Bring your family to listen to the old stories, see the colorful Native American regalia, and enjoy the traditional music. Hear the singing by noted artists and the beating of the ceremonial drums. Don't miss the Grand Entry at
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
Southern Historical Quilt Show - September 30 - October 2, 2010
The Gardener's Quilts, in partnership with the Butts County Historical Society, presents the Southern Historical Quilt Show at the beautiful Indian Spring Hotel/Museum (ca1823) on September 30, October 1, and October 2. Come and see this wonderful collection of historic quilts at the beautiful historic Indian Spring Hotel/Museum. The show will run from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. Admission is $6.00 per person. Free parking is across the street.
Seven Islands Artifacts ID Day - October 23, 2010
We are thrilled to host the fourth annual Seven Islands Artifacts ID Day at the Indian Spring Hotel/Museum from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 pm. This event has become the Ocmulgee Archaeological Society's largest Artifacts ID Day in Georgia, with over 200 people bringing artifacts to be identified last year, some dating back to the Paleo Indian period which was 12,000 to 15,000 years ago.
The public is invited to bring their artifacts to be identified and dated by members of the Ocmulgee Archaeological Society. Archaeologist, Stephen Hammack and several other members of the Ocmulgee Archaeological Society will be on hand to identify Indian artifacts from all periods and historic artifacts from the earliest days of settlement. Of special note, Georgia Paleoindian Recordation Project Coordinator Jerald Ledbetter and John Whatley, author of “An Overview of Georgia Projectile Points and Selected Cutting Tools,” will be on hand to identify and record Clovis, Dalton, and other early projectile points. There will be several collections on display, flintknapping demonstrations by Dave Swetmon, and atl-atl a primitive weapons and friction fire demonstration by Kim Ruff. For event information contact W.J. Shannon 770-361-7185 or email wjshannon123@bellsouth.net
Download Artifact ID Day Flyer
Lighting the Night Celebration - December 4, 2010
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.
The Historical Society also participates in: Bluebirds and Bluegrass Festival at Dauset Trails (always the Saturday of Easter weekend) April 3, 2010.
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.
