Welcome to The Bartow History Museum
Explore Bartow County’s history at the Bartow History Museum in Historic Downtown Cartersville, Georgia. Journey through 200 years, from Cherokee habitation in the early 1800s to contemporary events shaping the region.
Housed in the refurbished 1869 Courthouse building in downtown Cartersville, the museum offers historical exploration and convenient access to nearby amenities. Extend your visit, and our knowledgeable staff will provide valuable information.
Bartow History Museum is a Program of Georgia Museums, Inc. as is the Booth Western Art Museum, Tellus Science Museum, and the Savoy Automobile Museum.
Explore More with the GMI Passport Program
Make your next visit to the Bartow History Museum part of a bigger adventure! The GMI Passport Program is your ticket to explore four amazing museums right here in Bartow County:
• Bartow History Museum – uncover the stories of our community, past and present.
• Booth Western Art Museum – experience the spirit of the American West.
• Savoy Automobile Museum – take a journey through automotive history.
• Tellus Science Museum – discover the wonders of science and the natural world.
Pick up your free GMI Passport during your next visit to any participating museum. Each time you visit, you’ll collect a stamp and unlock special discounts for your next stop. Complete your passport by August 31, 2025, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a $500 Visa gift card!
The passport is valid all summer long — so gather your family and friends, and start your adventure today!
👉 Learn more and see full terms and conditions: https://georgiamuseums.org/
The Bartow History Museum is proud to participate in the 2025 Blue Star Museums program, a nationwide initiative that offers free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families, including those in the National Guard and Reserve.
This program is a collaboration between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families, in partnership with the Department of Defense and museums across the country. The 2025 season runs from Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 17, through Labor Day, Monday, September 1. We are honored to welcome military families this summer in gratitude for their service and sacrifice.
VISITOR EXPERIENCES
A must see in the area. The staff was very welcoming and helpful. The facility and exhibits are artfully maintained, stimulating much conversation and memories among our group. Not a large collection, but significant in understanding the history of the area.
Wonderful place to learn about Bartow history. Very friendly and informative staff.
We always enjoy our visits to this small museum. It may be small, but it has a lot to offer. They host a variety of events throughout the year. Many are great for elementary age. Occasionally they combine their events with the Booth Western Art Museum.
This is a wonderfully curated museum with awesome exhibits about local history. Their lunch and learns and their evening lectures are excellent and the staff is amazing. This is a fantastic place to visit, don’t miss it.
Active Military gets in free but its always good to support your local museum. A lot of beautiful history inside.
