"We foster an appreciation of Gadsden County’s rich history, natural beauty and cultural diversity. "
West Gadsden Historical Society, Inc. History
Gadsden County
The Dezell House - 328 E. 8th Street Greensboro, FL
The Dezell House - 328 E. 8th Street Greensboro, FL
Gadsden County is located in the rural area of the Florida Panhandle. Once with a large agricultural based economy, it primarily serves today as a bedroom community for workers who commute to Tallahassee for employment. Residents today enjoy beautiful oak hammocks, pine forests and smaller yet rich agricultural farms. Our lakes, our rich
Gadsden County is located in the rural area of the Florida Panhandle. Once with a large agricultural based economy, it primarily serves today as a bedroom community for workers who commute to Tallahassee for employment. Residents today enjoy beautiful oak hammocks, pine forests and smaller yet rich agricultural farms. Our lakes, our rich history and our small town life, is something everyone can find in Gadsden County.
The Dezell House - 328 E. 8th Street Greensboro, FL
The Dezell House - 328 E. 8th Street Greensboro, FL
The Dezell House - 328 E. 8th Street Greensboro, FL
No matter how long you spend at The Dezell House, there’s always so much to see and do. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, museum exhibits are created to reflect life in Gadsden County from the 1820's to 1960's. Farming, military service, local businesses, and country living highlights the rural area of the North Florida Panhandle.
The Greensboro Depot - 115 Duffle Avenue Greensboro, FL
The Dezell House - 328 E. 8th Street Greensboro, FL
The Greensboro Depot - 115 Duffle Avenue Greensboro, FL
If you are a railroad enthusiast, the Greensboro Depot Railroad Museum is a must visit. Approved by the State of Florida Historical Marker Council, the Greensboro Depot is the last surviving original structure of those built in 1907 by the Apalachicola Northern Railroad. Restored to its original beauty, the depot houses our collection of railroad memorabilia from a bygone era.
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A Trip On the Apalachicola Northern Railroad
The Greensboro Depot - 115 Duffle Avenue Greensboro, FL
Annual Open House
May 27, 2024
The Dezell House & Greensboro Depot Railroad Museum
This year's Annual Open House will take place on MEMORIAL DAY, May 27, 2024, 10am - 2pm. Come visit with us at our Annual Open House that has been moved from July to May!! On Memorial Day, the Greensboro Kiwanis Club will host their Annual Breakfast to honor
Annual Open House
May 27, 2024
The Dezell House & Greensboro Depot Railroad Museum
This year's Annual Open House will take place on MEMORIAL DAY, May 27, 2024, 10am - 2pm. Come visit with us at our Annual Open House that has been moved from July to May!! On Memorial Day, the Greensboro Kiwanis Club will host their Annual Breakfast to honor veterans or surviving family members at 8 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Greensboro. At 10 a.m., West Gadsden Historical Society will open both museums for viewing. Please visit our Military Room, located at the Dezell house, where we honor soldiers of Gadsden County who lost their lives during the Civil War, World War I, World War II, the Korean Conflict, Vietnam and the Iraqi War. An exhibit of uniforms, war time memorabilia and a listing of all those who perished are memorialized. A special recognition to those service members who are still with us will be honored. Please come by and take a moment to visit with these individuals as they share their war-time experiences.
New exhibits and items have been added to both locations and we believe you will enjoy seeing our progress. You KNOW you want to climb into the caboose and hear our plans!
Coastal Seafood will be serving seafood at the Dezell House from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., and our famous bake sale will offer up those desserts we await all year.
Come spend Memorial Day in Greensboro!
Rural Schools of Gadsden County
A Trip On the Apalachicola Northern Railroad
A Trip On the Apalachicola Northern Railroad
Public Education in the State of Florida was mandated in the 1868 State Constitution. Gadsden County began organizing rural Schools on September 18, 1869, to educate the approximately 2,500 white and black children of the county. Rural schools, often one-room facilities popped-up all over the county to serve these children. Our goal is
Public Education in the State of Florida was mandated in the 1868 State Constitution. Gadsden County began organizing rural Schools on September 18, 1869, to educate the approximately 2,500 white and black children of the county. Rural schools, often one-room facilities popped-up all over the county to serve these children. Our goal is to identify the location and document the history of these 100+ schools.
A Trip On the Apalachicola Northern Railroad
A Trip On the Apalachicola Northern Railroad
A Trip On the Apalachicola Northern Railroad
Get a copy of our latest book!
A Trip on the Apalachicola Northern Railroad
Compiled by WGHS, this publication includes the 1907 construction and history of the Apalachicola Northern Railroad and of the towns that sprang to life along the rail line. Memories, photos, descriptions of life changing events and cherished community recipes round out this history filled jewel.
Medical Practitioners of Gadsden County prior to 1965
Medical Practitioners of Gadsden County prior to 1965
Medical Practitioners of Gadsden County prior to 1965
Since the beginning of time there have been healers. Folk remedies, faith healers, mid-wives, pharmacies, nurses and physician have dedicated their lives to the care of Gadsden County citizens.
The Medical Practitioners of Gadsden County showcases members of medicine who were active in the county prior to 1965. These individuals’ biograph
Since the beginning of time there have been healers. Folk remedies, faith healers, mid-wives, pharmacies, nurses and physician have dedicated their lives to the care of Gadsden County citizens.
The Medical Practitioners of Gadsden County showcases members of medicine who were active in the county prior to 1965. These individuals’ biographies open a window to a very different time for both a profession and a community, when the availability of material goods — even medical necessities — and the established beliefs and practices of professionals were less certain.
Memories of Living in Gadsden County
Medical Practitioners of Gadsden County prior to 1965
Medical Practitioners of Gadsden County prior to 1965
With a diverse population, comes diverse lifestyles and cultures. Stories of home life, work, living conditions need to be shared.
Everyone has a story, a memory, a family member or person that made an impact on their lives. Please help us document and record our Gadsden County citizens. We do not want these stories lost, but want to prese
With a diverse population, comes diverse lifestyles and cultures. Stories of home life, work, living conditions need to be shared.
Everyone has a story, a memory, a family member or person that made an impact on their lives. Please help us document and record our Gadsden County citizens. We do not want these stories lost, but want to preserve them for future generations. They too, one day, will be history.
Past Newsletters of West Gadsden Historical Society
Medical Practitioners of Gadsden County prior to 1965
Past Newsletters of West Gadsden Historical Society
West Gadsden Historical Society was incorporated in 2004. We have and continue to publish newsletters for our members to insure they are current on our activities, museums' exhibits, as well a history lessons of events and people that impacted Gadsden County. Please review at your leisure. You never know what you may glean from our past newsletters.