Our Vision
At the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, we are helping Georgians to understand and appreciate the irreplaceable value of historic buildings and places and their relevance to modern life. We envision Georgians who promote careful stewardship and active use of these diverse resources and recognize the economic and cultural benefits of preservation.
Events & Highlights
Revenue from our special events plays a large part in our success. Please join us.
Jul 10, 2025
Santa at Rhodes Hall Registration Opens
Mark your calendars! Registration for Atlanta’s most beloved holiday tradition opens July 10 for Georgia Trust members. Not a member? Become one...
Sep 13, 2025
The 41st Annual Preservation Gala
Enjoy an evening of fine food, cocktails and dancing at the 41st Annual Preservation Gala. This year’s event will take place at Greystone in Atlanta’s Piedmont...
Oct 10-12, 2025
Tour magnificent homes and fascinating historic sites in Valdosta and...
Nov 5-7, 2025
2025 Statewide Historic Preservation Conference
You are cordially invited to Athens, GA for the 2025 Statewide Historic Preservation Conference. Attendees can expect an exciting schedule of tours, diverse sessions, engaging keynote, and multiple networking...
Our Mission
Our mission is to work for the preservation and revitalization of Georgia’s diverse historic resources and advocate their appreciation, protection and use. Our accomplishments are made possible by the support of our members and donors. We thank you.
We envision communities where new development complements and reinforces thriving downtowns and historic neighborhoods, contributing to a healthy and enriched humane environment.
Make your next home a historic one! Own a piece of Georgia history by browsing these historic properties for sale.
The Georgia Trust offers programs for people who care about the historic buildings and communities that tell the story of our past. There are many ways you can help.
Places in Peril
148 Edgewood Avenue SE
Story Built in 1926 by the Georgia Railway and Power Company, this substation played a crucial role in powering downtown Atlanta. In 1966, it was acquired by Georgia State University […]
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Collier-Toomer House
Story Built in 1938 for Dr. Nathaniel H. Collier, an esteemed African American dentist and civic leader in Savannah, and his wife, Nancy, this home served as a gathering place […]
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Cross Roads Rosenwald School
Story This building is one of the few remaining examples of a Rosenwald School in Georgia. These schools were established in the early 20th century to provide education to African […]
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Gaissert Homeplace
Story Built in 1827 on land ceded by the Creek Nation in 1821, this historic home was constructed by Daniel Orr for his son Burrell and his wife, Betsey Hendrick. […]
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Miami Valley Peach Packing Barn
Story Constructed around 1900, this barn was originally part of the Miami Valley Fruit Farm, a thriving peach operation owned by J.E. Davidson, a senator and a key figure in […]
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Historic Nicholsonboro Baptist Church
Story This Baptist congregation was founded on St. Catherine’s Island in 1850 on the plantation of Jacob Waldburg. Within the following years, around 200 formerly enslaved individuals from the group […]
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Powell Opera House
Story The original Powell Opera House was constructed by Arthur Powell as a three-story brick building in 1904. The opera house, which purportedly had seating for 750, hosted a variety […]
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Historic Rock House
Story Constructed by Thomas Ansley, the Rock House in McDuffie County is one of the few remaining structures linked to Georgia’s small 18th-century Quaker community of Wrightsboro. Recent dendrochronology testing has […]
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Southeastern Railway Museum
Story Founded in 1970 and spanning 35 acres, the Southeastern Railway Museum boasts a remarkable collection of rolling stock that is not only significant to Georgia’s history but to the […]
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Buckhead Town Hall and Jail
Story This 1910 structure in Morgan County is a one-story, brick building that originally served as the town of Buckhead’s jail before later being repurposed as a town hall. It […]
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Celebrating 50 years!
For the past 50 years, the Trust has worked to ensure the protection, revitalization, and preservation of Georgia’s historic resources. Take a look back at the role the Trust has played in preserving Georgia’s diverse historic resources. Hear from people who have witnessed firsthand the long-term impact of our work. Learn why the work of the Georgia Trust is just as relevant today as it was then, and why it’s even more important for the next 50 years.
A Greener Rhodes Hall
The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation is committed to “going green.” We know that adopting greener practices and policies, conserving energy and building green can not only positively impact our organization’s energy use and efficiency, but also positively impact the environment and the communities in which we live and work. Rhodes Hall received Energy Star certification from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, signifying that it performs in the top 25 percent of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency and meets strict performance levels set by the EPA.
