Funk Heritage Center

7 reviews

+1 (770) 720-5970

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Woodworker demonstration in the Appalachian Settlement during special events and K-12 school programs.

Hickory Log excavation details and artifacts from Canton, GA.

History Beneath Our Feet explains archaeology excavation in Canton, GA.

Best known example of a dugout canoe, unearthed by a hurricane

Volunteers portray pioneer ladies in the log cabin for special events at the Funk Heritage Center.

Funk Heritage Center on the campus of Reinhardt University in Waleska, GA.

7300 Reinhardt Cir

Waleska, GA 30183

+1 (770) 720-5970

http://www.reinhardt.edu

The Funk Heritage Center in Waleska, GA, serves as Georgia's Official Frontier and Southeastern Indian Interpretive Center, dedicated to showcasing the history of early Appalachian Settlers and Southeastern Indians through educational programming and the exhibition of art and artifacts.

Visitors can explore the Bennett History Museum, which houses artifacts from the Hickory Log excavation site in Canton, GA, as well as a unique collection of Native American art from across North America and historic hand tools, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in the rich cultural heritage of the region.

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4.57 reviews

Jill M.

4/21/2015

Hidden away on the campus of Reinhardt University this museum is a real gem. It earned a designation as a trail of tears heritage site, and is Georgia's only museum of south eastern Indian...

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Philip I.

12/22/2023

The Funk Heritage Center is very interesting and educational. Don't miss the antique tool display, I have never seen anything like it! It is a great value for the modest entry fee.

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Frank C.

7/24/2022

This is a hidden resource for native American and pioneer history in Cherokee county Georgia. Very much worth spending a morning or afternoon immersing yourself in our history. Wstch for...

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Charlotte H.

4/21/2023

Very informative center highlighting the "The Trail of Tears" Beautiful displays of various types of tools. Nice gift shop!

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Will P.

10/27/2021

This museum is cool and has nice staff. It's really cool and interesting. But once you go one time, you've seen everything. There is really no need to go more than once.

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