The McRitchie-Hollis Museum, operated by the Newnan-Coweta Historical Society as part of the Newnan-Coweta History Center, occupies a restored 1937 home at 74 Jackson Street, a short walk from downtown Newnan’s courthouse square. Visitors come to trace Coweta County’s story through exhibits, archival photographs, and period rooms that show how a prosperous Georgia household lived in the late 1930s.
The house anchors the experience. Rooms keep their old-fashioned furnishings and period decor, so the setting itself teaches as much as the display cases do. Galleries hold historical and photography exhibits that interpret the county’s cultural and architectural heritage, the Historical Society’s stated mission (Newnan-Coweta Chamber). The Society also runs the historic Train Depot, which visitors can pair with the museum for a fuller look at local history (Newnan-Coweta History Center). Visitors rate the museum highly, at 4.8 stars, and often mention the intimate scale of the house.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Hours and exhibit schedules change, so check the official website or Facebook page before you go. Weekday mornings are usually quiet. School groups and private rentals should contact staff in advance. Plan about an hour, then walk to the courthouse square for lunch and a look at Newnan’s antebellum and Victorian homes. Don’t confuse this museum with the separate Coweta County History Center, which is inside the public library on Hospital Road (Facebook).
