Save the Historic Imperial Hotel
The Imperial Hotel was one of the first Black-owned hotels in Thomasville, GA. Donate to help us save this historical landmark.
Jack Hadley Black History Museum
We are Thomasville’s First Black History Museum, established in 1995 to educate individuals about the history and culture of African Americans locally and nationally. The museum was founded by African-American historian, James “Jack” Hadley who has preserved over 4,669 pieces of African American artifacts with emphasis on Thomasville’s First Black Achievers, state and national achievers that commemorate their lives and accomplishments.
Learn More
You do not want to miss this jewel of Black History Museum! Discover collectible African-American artifacts dating back to times of slavery, the Buffalo Soldiers, with exhibits on Lt. Henry O. Flipper, Dr. Martin L. King, Jr., Blacks in the Military from the Spanish American War to Desert Strom/Iraq War and the African-American Life on the Southern Hunting Plantation, their life, 1993 Heisman Award Winner Charles Ward, Jr., Black Women, Douglass High School historical era and much much more!
Learn More
UPCOMING EVENTS
LATEST NEWS
Stay informed with museum news, events and updates on our blog! Don't miss any of the exciting things that we are doing here and throughout the nation to commemorate the accomplishments of African American Achievers throughout our history.
