Giles County, TN, History & Genealogy

Giles County, TN, History & Genealogy The Giles County History & Genealogy page is for sharing information, research, data, family stories! I am the creator and administrator of this community page.

The page is not affiliated with any organization or governmental entity, but please note that the Genealogical Research Room operated by the Giles County Historical Society and the Giles County Archives, a function of country government, are excellent local resources for research into family and community history. I am a lover of history and have conducted extensive historical and genealogical res

earch on Giles County and my family lines. I am happy to help if I can, and I will be glad to post your questions, photos, documents, etc., to share with our growing group. Please email them to me at claudiajohnsonwriter@gmail.com with any information you wish to share publicly. I am the only one who can post, and rest assured this is simply because the page would be overrun with spam if I opened it up. This is an inclusive group where sharing and conversation is most welcome. Some of the posts on here are created by a Giles County resident, Carmen Brown, who has been posting old photos and "history nuggets" for several years. He has generously allowed us to share these on this community page.

06/17/2025

In 1910, in Pisgah, Giles County, Tennessee, two women are seen sitting side-saddle on a horse and a mule in front of a barn. Their poses reflect the traditional attire and riding styles of the time, offering a glimpse into rural life in the early 20th century.

Nearby, a man and a woman stand with two horses and a dog, adding to the pastoral scene. The animals, essential to life on the farm, highlight the close relationship between people and their livestock in rural communities.

This photograph captures a moment of everyday life in Tennessee, showcasing the hard work, connection to nature, and community bonds that defined farm life during this era. It offers a timeless snapshot of family, labor, and rural traditions. See less

05/20/2025
I found this interesting architecture notebook of Clifton Place on Annie Wade Rd. at Wales near Pulaski, Tenn. It is fro...
10/18/2024

I found this interesting architecture notebook of Clifton Place on Annie Wade Rd. at Wales near Pulaski, Tenn. It is from the collections of University of Alabama in Huntsville Archives. The entire book is available for browsing online or downloading. http://libarchstor2.uah.edu/digitalcollections/items/show/6536

Many of us in Giles County had ancestors who served in the American Revolution from North Carolina.
09/30/2024

Many of us in Giles County had ancestors who served in the American Revolution from North Carolina.

From Loyalists and Patriots to Unionists and Confederates, the State of North Carolina played a pivotal role in the foundational wars of the United States. I...

Campbellsville, Tennessee, High School
09/30/2024

Campbellsville, Tennessee, High School

Cedar Grove Limestone Company, 1959
09/27/2024

Cedar Grove Limestone Company, 1959

Can you identify any of these people and help us date this picture?
09/24/2024

Can you identify any of these people and help us date this picture?

Your are invited to visit today and see how STAAR Theatre at Antoinette Hall has renovated its 156-year-old building so ...
09/21/2024

Your are invited to visit today and see how STAAR Theatre at Antoinette Hall has renovated its 156-year-old building so far.

Giles County Courthouse Square looking east from the intersection of Madison and 2nd Streets.
09/21/2024

Giles County Courthouse Square looking east from the intersection of Madison and 2nd Streets.

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Pulaski, TN

Telephone

+19313090923

Website

https://gilescountyhistory.com/, https://gilescountyancestry.com/

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