Explore Pickens County's history, culture, historic buildings and learn about the Native Americans that inhabited this area. Follow the Trail of Tears and observe the life of North Georgia’s early settlers. Be surprised by the role of Georgia marble in your daily life (Hint: you put Georgia marble in your mouth this morning). Learn the story of the construction of the Lincoln Memorial from Georgia marble. Be amazed by the engineering exploits to fashion marble columns for the U.S. Capitol. Tour the “Only Jail You’ll Want to Visit” – complete with gallows. Visit the one-room school house, historic homes and buildings. Dine inside the old theater and stay at a 19th century inn. Learn lost skills like quilting, pottery and more, and experience Community Theater. Discover History and the Arts in Pickens County.
Pickens County Marble History Museum
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The marble industry in Pickens County, Georgia owes its success to the perseverance of early settlers and entrepreneurs. From Henry T. Fitzsimmons, who recognized the value of high-quality marble, to the Tate family who acquired large tracts of land, the industry grew steadily. The founding of the Georgia Marble Company in 1884 marked a turning point, as it brought together the best quality marble in America under one company. The plentiful supply of marble was extracted and distributed throughout the country by railroad, making Pickens County a hub for the marble trade. Today, visitors can learn more about the history of Pickens County Marble at the Marble Museum, which showcases the industry’s rich heritage.
To learn more about Pickens County Marble visit our Marble Museum located at
500 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Jasper, GA 30143.
Our hours are Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm.