Hapeville Depot Museum and Visitor Center

Hapeville Depot Museum and Visitor Center 1890 train depot turned history museum. History in the heart of Hapeville, Georgia.

In this engaging presentation, author, historian and performer Dr. Paulette Richards, shares the history and importance ...
05/23/2026

In this engaging presentation, author, historian and performer Dr. Paulette Richards, shares the history and importance of storytelling and object performance in the Black Atlantic.

Friday June 19, 12pm-1pm

Seating is free, but limited.

For any questions, please email [email protected].

This FREE program is part of the Hapeville Depot Museum's Juneteenth program lineup. To see the full list of programming, please visit https://www.hapevilledepot.org/depot-events/juneteenth-celebration or check out the link in our bio.

Ready to take your family research further? During this intensive, guests who have begun their genealogy exploration wil...
05/23/2026

Ready to take your family research further? During this intensive, guests who have begun their genealogy exploration will dive deeper into research strategies and gain insight on next steps for challenges that occur during the process.

Friday June 19, 10:30am-11:30am.

RSVP by emailing [email protected].

This FREE program is part of the Hapeville Depot Museum's Juneteenth program lineup. To see the full list of programming, please visit https://www.hapevilledepot.org/depot-events/juneteenth-celebration or check out the link in our bio.

Learn Black foodways and African diaspora seed traditions rooted in the Georgia Piedmont, from emancipation to the prese...
05/22/2026

Learn Black foodways and African diaspora seed traditions rooted in the Georgia Piedmont, from emancipation to the present. Complimentary seed starter kits while supplies last!

Friday June 19, 10am-11am.

RSVP by emailing [email protected].

Join Dr. Tamu Taylor of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS), Inc. - Metro Atlanta Chapter as s...
05/22/2026

Join Dr. Tamu Taylor of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogical Society (AAHGS), Inc. - Metro Atlanta Chapter as she  covers the basics of family research, provides helpful resources, and ways to start tracing your history.

Friday June 19, 9am-10am.

RSVP by emailing [email protected].

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It’s official! 🎉The Hapeville Depot Museum is excited to host Juneteenth programming for a second year with even MORE pr...
05/21/2026

It’s official! 🎉

The Hapeville Depot Museum is excited to host Juneteenth programming for a second year with even MORE programs and activities throughout the day.

Program Lineup:

✨️All Day Black History Scavenger Hunt with Prizes✨️
9am–10am: Intro to Genealogy Workshop
10am–11am: Gardening Workshop
10:30am–11:30am: Advanced Genealogy Workshop
12pm–1pm: Object Performance in the Black Atlantic Presentation
2pm–3pm: Start Your Archive Presentation
3:30pm–4:30pm: Juneteenth: Past, Present, Future Panel Discussion

Stay tuned for additional program details in the coming days, or visit our official Juneteenth page through the link in our bio.

05/12/2026

Thank you to , , for making “Crossroads and Cyphers” come to life! As a part of the Hapeville, Depot Museum’s artist and historian residency program, Alex and Anon developed an immersive experience that transported guests through the history of work songs, blues, hip hop and the contemporary cypher that we know today. All inspired by the sounds and work on the railroad.

05/12/2026

Join the Hapeville Depot Museum on Saturday, May 16th at 3pm for a fascinating dive into the world of historical Georgia recipes and foodways with Valerie Frey. Sample a complimentary historic cookie while listening to excerpts from Valerie’s latest book, “Georgia’s Historical Recipes: Seeking Our State’s Oldest Written Foodways and the Stories Behind Them”. As an author, archivist, history lover and culinary adventurer, Valerie has a passion for highlighting the food traditions of Georgia. Guests will be fascinated by the tastes of yesterday and what has remained our tried and trues. We hope to see you soon!

This Saturday at the Hapeville Depot museum! Join us for a fun 1 hour, 1 mile tour of Hapeville where we will discuss th...
05/12/2026

This Saturday at the Hapeville Depot museum! Join us for a fun 1 hour, 1 mile tour of Hapeville where we will discuss the New Deal (1935-1943) and it’s projects such as Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC).

05/06/2026

Come on down next Saturday and join our walking tour focusing on the WPA era!
The stops on the tour will focus on the connection to the WPA and the ways Hapeville benefited from the New Deal program.

We hope to see you next Saturday at 1pm!

05/06/2026

Good morning! 🌞

You may have seen advertising about Tracks & Crafts and/or visited our table at the recent Hapeville Elementary Family Fun Night!

We will be making train portraits! 😁

Join us this Saturday May 9 from 1pm - 4pm, where you will get the chance to create your own and add a little pizzazz! ✨

It will be a fun and relaxing craft-ernoon for all ages and craft levels.

All supplies will be provided while they last and the event is free to attend.

We hope to see you!

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620 South Central Avenue
Hapeville, GA
30354

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

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