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Trains, Trains, Trains EventRailfans Rejoice: Trains Galore at the Southern Museum in Kennesaw

KENNESAW, Ga. (Jan. 13, 2012) – The Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History will kick off its packed 2012 calendar of events with a family day focusing on all aspects of trains, ranging from songs to models to … Continue reading 

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summerprogram_civilwarsoldier-thbnlSummer Events and Camps at the Southern Museum

Kennesaw, GA, May 25, 2011 – As temperatures continue to rise and the official start of summer is quickly approaching, plan to beat the heat with all of the events taking place at the Southern Museum this June. Kick off … Continue reading 

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Photo of Knights FightingSoldiers From Across The Ages Invading Downtown Kennesaw

Archers, swordsman, pirates and privateers will invade downtown Kennesaw this weekend to give you an exciting look back at the weaponry, military and home life through the ages including displays of cannons, military vehicles, chuck wagons, tools smiths, and doll … Continue reading 

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Spring Events at the Southern Museum and a New Exhibit Commemorates the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War

Kennesaw, GA, April 29, 2011 – May is packed full of special events at the Southern Museum, beginning with the Great Locomotive Chase Golf Tournament, continuing with a living history event and culminating in the opening of the Old Guard … Continue reading 

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Southern Museum Welcomes Spring with Week of the Young Child and the Big Shanty Festival

Kennesaw, GA, April 8, 2011 – Aside from the blooming flowers and warmer weather, you know spring has arrived in Kennesaw when it’s time for Week of the Young Child and the Big Shanty Festival. Week of the Young Child, … Continue reading 

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Southern Museum and the Old Guard Present Civil War Sesquicentennial Exhibit

Kennesaw, GA, April 4, 2011 – In collaboration with the Old Guard of the Gate City Guard of Atlanta, Inc., the Kennesaw Museum Foundation and State Bank & Trust Company, the Southern Museum will unveil a new exhibit to commemorate … Continue reading 

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HC_Photo_thbnlSouthern Museum Launches Heritage Club Campaign to Raise Funds for New Research Center

Kennesaw, GA, March 9, 2011 –The Southern Museum of Civil War and Locomotive History has launched its Heritage Club Campaign, which invites area friends and businesses to become Heritage Club members of the Research Center at the Southern Museum.  The … Continue reading 

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mother-daughter-tea-thbnlThe Southern Museum Hosts a Traditional Tea Party for Mothers and Daughters; Events for February and March

Contact: Claire R. Barth Public Relations Manager (main) 770-578-9765 (direct) 678-384-7840 claire@oneillcommunications.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Southern Museum Hosts a Traditional Tea Party for Mothers and Daughters; Events for February & March Kennesaw, GA, February 23, 2010 –Thanks to all … Continue reading 

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20110118-trainstrainstrainsThe Southern Museum Celebrates Everything About Trains

The Southern Museum kicks off 2011 with an exciting new family event that celebrates trains. Mommy & Me and Make It & Take It workshops make a strong return as well. Ladies, mark your calendars for a very special girls … Continue reading 

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20101112-dickens-xmasIt’s Going to be a Dickens’ of a Christmas!

Don’t miss The Southern Museum’s family friendly rendition of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol this Friday and Saturday, December 10th and 11th. Weekly family programs like Mommy and Me and Make it and monthly Take It workshops have holiday themes that … Continue reading 

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Our Current Exhibits

The GeneralThe Great Locomotive Chase Railroads ExhibitRailroads: Lifelines of the Civil War Glover FactoryGlover Machine Works Family Fun in the Education CenterThe Jolley Education Center Special ExhibitPortraits in Gray