The Nook

Travel down the hall and you will find “The Nook,” our hands-on interactive exhibit for children…okay for adults too, where you can do such things as listen to the stories of Bartow County history makers in an authentic 1940s telephone booth, play with items you might find in a general store, and read a book at an old-fashioned school desk.

Feature Exhibition Gallery

Also, located on the first floor is our feature exhibition gallery, where we search our collection and showcase interesting artifacts and stories that are not part of the permanent exhibits. These temporary exhibits are open for several months at a time and highlight a variety of historical topics of local, regional, and national interest.

Current Exhibit  — 175 Years; 175 Objects (Opening March 27th)

The 175 Years, 175 Objects exhibit offers a unique opportunity to explore Cartersville’s rich heritage through a collection of 175 significant artifacts. Each object highlights the people, places, and events that have shaped the city over the past 175 years. Many of these items are being displayed for the first time, providing visitors with an exclusive glimpse into the past. The exhibit will be open until August 30th, so don’t miss your chance to experience Cartersville’s fascinating history up close.

Dellinger Family Exhibition Gallery

Move upstairs and you will find our permanent exhibitions in the Dellinger Family Gallery with vignettes and exhibits that walk you through time from the period of the Cherokee Indians (pre-Bartow County) to the headlines of today. Bartow History Museum illustrates the past and present of Georgia’s Bartow County.