The Male Academy Museum is a hidden treasure in Newnan Georgia. The unusual name stems from the building's origins.
The building away used as Newnan's first private school for boys, and was opened in 1883. The building was sold and converted to a residence in 1888.
The Newnan-Coweta Historical Society now maintains its permanent exhibits in the structure. These include the Smith Collection of decorative arts and antique furnishings and a vintage classroom. There are also special exhibits which change frequently. A private tour can be arranged, but walk-ins are welcome. Admission is a mere two dollars.
The building is adjacent to Temple Avenue Park, a passive neighborhood park with beautiful landscaping and seasonal blooming flowers of all kinds! It's a perfect place for a pleasant stroll after a visit to the museum.
The museum is located at 30 Temple Avenue, Newnan Georgia at the comer of College Street and Temple Avenue. Ample parking is available. Hours: Tues- Thurs.: 10 am - noon and 1 pm - 3 pm Sat. and Sun. 2 pin - 5 pm. Phone: 404-251-0207.
Photos: Top Right: Male Acedemy Museum Courtesy of Richard Weisser and CowetaFayetteRealEstate.com. Bottom Left: Temple Avenue Park Spring Blooms.
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Looks like a cute little place in a pretty setting. Good post.
Richard,
You really take such great photos. It is a pleasure to see that your area is keeping history for future generations......
Beautiful photos~ Sounds like an interesting place to see.
Lisa...
It is ... the collection is rather eclectic!
Julie...
Thanks, I work hard on being in the right place at the right time and I'm glad the effort shows!
Pam...
Thanks, Newnan is a really nice place for walking around town!
I am a big museum buff. I can spend countless hours wandering around them and reading the exhibits.
Richard,
This sounds like a very delightful place to visit and take an afternoon walk to relieve some tension.
Don R.
Richard....a lot of history there. Just try and start an ALL boys school in todays world
JL...
It's a cool little place, not exactly what you would expect!
Don...
I take many walks in the park and there is a gazebo there that is the site for many wedding photos!
Richard- I didn't know there was anything left to purchase for only 2 bucks! Amazing! If I lived closer I would come visit!
Lori...
It's a great deal, and much closer to your house than Paris! lol
Richard- It is a very beautiful building. It would be very interesting to tour. It reminds me of a building we have here called the Temperance Hall. Thanks for sharing.
Very nice! I am impressed as always.
Richard - yet another place I my list of to visit here. Thanks for adding to my fuel bill;^)
Laura...
I would hope that the boys in the school practiced temperance! LOL and thanks.
Mel...
Thanks, you know I appreciate it!
Mike...
Newnan is a cool place, but hey, so is Athens!
Richard - I am not sure anywhere in Georgia is "cool" this time of year, other than maybe inside of some reefer (no, not the rolled kind)
really great photos - thanks for sharing!