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Considered the finest mineral museum in the southeastern United States, the William Weinman Mineral Museum features a variety of interactive "hands-on" exhibits. The museum contains gems, minerals, and fossils from Georgia and around the world. Inside highlights include a simulated mine tunnel and waterfall, a Triceratops skull replica, a collection of international minerals, and much more. Outside, historical mining equipment is displayed and gold panning and fossil hunting are available for an additional fee. The gift shop houses a variety of souviners from jewelry to teaching aides. Programs for school and scout groups are also available.
Address: 51 Mineral Museum Dr White GA USA 30184
 Send an Email (4)  1 770 386-0576
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Museum of the Hills
Using wax fiugures and genuine artifacts, the Museum of the Hills in Helen recreates the areas' past and interprets it for visitors. Located on Main Street.
Address: 8590 Main Street Helen GA USA 30545
1 706 878-3140
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Located in Historic Downtown Cartersville, this museum provides an insightful and interpretive look into western art. The galleries feature contemporary Western American art, Civil War art, Presidential portraits and letters, Western movie posters, and Western illustration, to name a few. Sagebrush Ranch is an interactive gallery where children of all ages can learn about art and Western America.
Address: 501 Museum Drive Cartersville GA USA 30120
1 770 387-1300
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Permanent exhibits create a walk through time, starting with the Native Americans and early settlers, through the Civil War, and then the development of Rome’s culture, lifeways, and industries. Original documents such as maps, blueprints, photos, personal letters, and business records provide primary sources that paint a picture of Rome’s history. Changing exhibits address a variety of historical and contemporary issues such as gristmills, mining, civil rights, baseball in Rome, rural churches of Floyd County, and underground Rome.
Address: 305 Broad Street Rome GA USA 30161
Send an Email (4) 1 706 235-8051
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Rome's clock tower, standing at 104 feet tall, can be seen from almost anywhere in the city. It is located on top of one of Rome's seven hills. Originally constructed to hold the city's water supply in 1871, the clock was added in 1872. The tower now contains artifacts retracing Rome's history and a 107 step spiral staircase leading to an observation deck that overlooks the historic city. Tours are available.
Address: 2 Street and E. 5 Avenue Rome GA 30160
1 706 236-4430
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This elegantly restored Victorian museum was the former home of evangelist Samuel Porter Jones. It was purchased by Bartow county in 1978 and then developed into a museum. It is furnished with donations of private collections donated by local families and organizations. The museum holds the writings of Samuel Porter Jones and Rebecca Latimer Felton, a Bartow Countian and the first woman to serve in the U.S. Senate. During the summer, Roselawn features "Storytime at Roselawn", where children of all ages gather at the Kids Lawn for storytime.
1 770 387-5162
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Chieftains Museum
This national landmark contains a collection of Cherokee Indian history. The museum is based around prominent Cherokee leader Major Ridge's home, which was built in 1794. Artifacts discovered in the area, dating back to 8000 B.C., reveal Cherokee culture and the development of Rome and Northwest Georgia.
Address: 501 Riverside Parkway NE Rome GA 30161-2903
1 706 291-9494
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Alpine Antique Auto and Buggy Museum
The Alpine Antique Auto and Buggy Museum showcases everything from muscle cars to tractors, as well as horse drawn buggies and wagons. Located on Escowee Drive in Helen, GA.
Address: 115 Escowee Drive Helen GA USA 30545
1 706 878-0072
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1850 historic Western and Atlanta railroad tunnel - 1477 ft long. Open to the public. Heritage Center museum open Monday to Saturday. Civil War reenactment each September.
Address: 215 Clisby Austin Road Tunnel Hill GA USA 30755
1 706 876-1571
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Martha Berry, an educator and social worker inspired many during her life and is admired by many today. Oak Hill, her home and estate, and the museum tell of her life. The museum also holds memorabilia of the schools. Guests may walk or drive to the mansion; however, walking is recommended. Along the path guests may visit the original cabin in which Berry taught, which began as a boys school in 1902.
Address: 24 Veterans Memorial Way Rome GA 30165
Send an Email (1) 1 706 291-1883
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