Collage of historic houses and a regional logo for the Whitfield Murray Historical Society, featuring a map outline and stars, in a circular design.

Local History Question #79

What year where Whitfield County roads began to be paved? 

The Answer: 1925!

The 79th question appeared in the May/June 2026 newsletter.

A circular emblem with a map outline of Washington State in the center, featuring stars marking specific locations. Encircling the map are the words 'Whitefield Murrah Historic Society' in 3D gold letters.

Our Organization

The Whitfield-Murray Historical Society was formed in the 1950's as part of an effort to restore the historic Vann House in Spring Place, Georgia.  In 1976, following a period of inactivity, the Society was reorganized as a non-profit organization seeking to preserve and document the history of Whitfield and Murray Counties. Much has been accomplished since 1976, and new and exciting things continue to happen with our society.  Please browse around.  We hope you will consider becoming our newest member!  To put it simply, we love our local heritage and want to preserve it so that you can savor its richness as well!  

Sign for Whitfield Murray History Center and Archives, located along a sidewalk on a grassy area with trees in the background.

Our Purpose

The Society is a cultural, educational, non-profit association of individual members and entities interested in and dedicated to the collection, preservation, study, and dissemination of historic information and objects about people, places, organizations, and events in Murray and Whitfield counties.

Membership Dues