“To promote artistic expression,
preserve the history of the region,
and provide discovery and educational opportunity”
Promoting artistic expression
Artist Henry Lee Gorham greets a guest at the opening of "Welcome to Small Grove"
Opening of "Filipina: Beacon of Light" exhibit by Dominique James
"A Mouse at the Museum" event with author Lynn Skinner
The first Vidalia Porchfest, organized by The Altama Museum to promote music and community, was held March 25 of this year
Wheeler County High School Band performs Vidalia Porchfest
Award-winning artist Oggie Medlock demonstrates the lathe at an artisan market
Artisan markets provide skill demonstrations and community connections
A wide variety of locally made items are available for purchase
The annual Student Art Show highlights the work of students from five schools and two private art programs
Quilters discuss technique at the closing event for "Joined Together" quilt show
Author and Governor's Award winner Janisse Ray reads a selection of poetry with scout, Madeyson Bruce
A new play reading during Georgia Theatre Conference 2022
Spooky fun abounds when Franklinia Playhouse players come to the museum
Regional alliances allow sharing of exhibits and resources such as "Common Thread/Common Ground" by StillmoreRoots collective
Judith Meek, recipient of the Second Winds Dreams award from Pruitt Healthcare, with her paintings
The Salter Family Singers perform during a Holiday Open House and Concert
"Animal Music" creator Mary Alice Harley discusses her artistic process during a Gallery Talk
Works inspired by murals in Pompeii by Meredith Raiford
Preserving Regional History
The Altama's home, the 1911 Brazell House, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places
The home was built in by noted architect Ivey Crutchfield for the Crawford W. Brazell family
Youngest of five Brazell daughters, Sara, with husband Elza Meadows on their honeymoon
Original details abound in the home, including lighting fixtures
The Libby Parlor gives a glimpse into life of a bygone era
The home was heated by twelve fireplaces
The Victorian Bedroom always impresses
Visitors always find the collection of historical photographs fascinating
Guests can enjoy their very own tea party while surrounded by one of the largest collections of Staffordshire porcelain on public display in the US
Period dress is always a conversation starter, especially when reminded this was worn before air conditioning
The area has a long history with Girl Scouts
The English-style garden
Providing discovery and educational opportunity
The Kitchen Sink Studio hosts workshops for both youth and adults
High school students design and implement the activities for Kids Art Day, held in conjunction with the Student Art Show
Showing off their woven paper creations
Simple joys are always available at museum events
The walkway becomes a chalk-filled canvas...at least until the next rain
All ages enjoy Plein Aire painting sessions on the museum grounds
Museum Lady took to the street in the annual Christmas parade
Leadership groups can participate in ice-breaker activities such as Gesture Drawing
Artist Raven Waters offers critique during a painting workshop