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The GHS Store has a variety of options for unique gift giving!

Bricks

Commemorate that special person or occasion with a personalized engraved brick on our Walk of History path.

Heritage Home Markers

Celebrate the heritage of your home with a custom marker from GHS! Markers are available for any structure in Georgetown that is at least 50 years old.

Ornaments

Adorn your tree with a local landmark. Choose from a miniature replica of Grace Chapel or pewter medallion featuring the Grace Chapel image.

Silver Bell Necklaces

Give a memory. Exclusive, hand-crafted, heirloom quality necklace depicting Grace Chapel by noted designer Jewelry John.

Printed Materials

Read all about it. A variety of books and notecards tell the colorful story of Georgetown.

· Sentimental Journey: A Guide to Preserving the Architectural Heritage of Georgetown Texas
· The Gracious Gift: The Negro Fine Arts School 1946-1966
· Georgetown Yesteryears
· Downtown Walking Tour
· Historic Homes of Georgetown

Tour

Stroll the Square or hop in the car, GHS publications such as the Downtown Walking Tour and Historic Homes of Georgetown offer self-guided tours of Georgetown's historic neighborhoods! Or call ahead and book a docent-led Heritage Tour.

Now you can explore Georgetown by bicycle! Visit the Georgetown Public Library or the Visitor Center and check out a bike - it's free! Just one more way to make visiting Georgetown a memorable day out!

Picture

Take a step back in time. Browse through our historic photo collection and see the extraordinary evolution of Georgetown!

We're always looking to add to our collection! If you have photographs you'd like to share, please contact the GHS office. We will carefully scan and return your treasured keepsakes!

Research

Ask us! GHS and its heritage partners can help answer your questions on genealogy, historic homes and area history.

The Texas History Room, located in the Georgetown Public Library, is a wealth of information on all things local and statewide. Here you'll also find the GHS Historic Homes & Places reference files. The files may be accessed during regular Library hours.

Need help?

The Georgetown Public Library can assist you with extended research. Simply complete the Research Inquiry Form below and include it with your request.

 

Additional information and resources may be found by contacting

City of Georgetown Historic Preservation Officer (local regulations and resources)

The Williamson Museum (photo collection, cemeteries, county information)

Williamson County Historical Commission (county information)

Georgetown Convention & Visitor Bureau (area information)

Texas Historical Commission (state historic markers & National Register designation)

National Parks Service (National Register Districts and listed houses)

Need more information? Visit the GHS offices at
Grace Heritage Center
811 South Main Street, downtown Georgetown

Hours: Thursdays & Fridays, 9 - 5; and by appointment.
Contact us: (512)869-8597; georgetownhs@verizon.net .