The history of county’s schools is on display

Library exhibit seeks to add insight into misconceptions.

Tom Gresham assembles the “Back to School — 100 Years Ago” exhibit at the Oglethorpe County Library on Aug. 31. The exhibit, which was researched and is presented by the Digital Atlas of Historic Oglethorpe County, can be viewed throughout this month. (Photo/Jared Smith)
Tom Gresham assembles the “Back to School — 100 Years Ago” exhibit at the Oglethorpe County Library on Aug. 31. The exhibit, which was researched and is presented by the Digital Atlas of Historic Oglethorpe County, can be viewed throughout this month. (Photo/Jared Smith)

Tom Gresham and Ashley Simpson, members of the Digital Atlas of Historic Oglethorpe County project, hope their current exhibit will provide insight into the history of education in Oglethorpe County.

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