Ashland-Benton County Historic Preservation Commission & Historical Society

09/25/2025

There are so many of these photos in the Museum that you can few and help identify. Thank you Ms. Judy!

The Charlie Cox Collection: Glass-Plate Images of Benton County from the Early 1900s is anexhibit that showcases the work of local artist Charlie Cox in the ...

05/04/2025

Thought many of you might enjoy this pic (Janet)

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04/05/2025

We are sad to announce the passing of Mrs. Bobbye Nunnally after a brief illness. She was a longtime member of The Historical Society and worked tirelessly for many years in the Courthouse Museum. She will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with her family.

03/21/2025

Few more pics for those who have not seen. When the new roof was being put on several years ago, I (Janet) took advantage to climb these very narrow, steep stairs. The 2nd pic is of the copula. These timbers are huge showing the axe marks - just think - no electric saws!

03/03/2025

Many of you have seen these pics, but for those who haven't, thought you'd like to see what the Courtroom looks like (posted by Janet)

02/07/2025

The photos I'm sharing below this post were some I had, some given to me by residents (which are no longer with us). I passed most down to Mike Carroll (who we miss so much) and when Museum opened, he gave them to Pat McGill. Still looking for more to post (published by Janet Jones) WELL...I don't know what happened so let me try to post pics again. First, a group on the east side taken in 1910. 2nd Green Seal Shoes on the square, 3rd Mrs. Casey's Boarding House right off the square.

02/07/2025

Just a little history and a few more pics. The Historic Preservation Commission was formed in 2015. Shortly after, and with the help of Joyce Brock, our FB page was conceived in July of 2015. Shortly after, I began as Admin. for the page and continue to share any news to you faithful followers. A few years ago, Ms. Bobbye Nunnally agreed to help me on behalf of the Historical Society. On June 7, 2017 the Museum began in our Historic Courthouse by volunteers and Pat McGill.

Here are a few more pics of businesses that were located on the square. You can scroll down to previous post to see addition pictures that you may have not seen. Enjoy! The first is a group of residents on the East side of the courthouse taken in 1910. Second, a business, Green Seal Shoes and the 3rd Mrs. Casey's Boarding House.

02/06/2025

Thought I'd reshare some pics that some of our new followers haven't seen. First pic is of our Courthouse in 1940, prior to renovations, Tipler's Cheap Cash Store that was on the square, Chapman & Gray Drug Store, Cottrell Hotel (yes we had a hotel). I will try and post more since I have so many. Hope you enjoy....Janet Jones

02/04/2025

If you would like to renew your Historical Society membership or join, now is the times. Dues are $15 per person or $20 couple. Checks can be made payable to Benton County Historical Society, P.O. Box 733, Ashland, MS 38603. Quarterly newsletters will be mailed to you. These dues helps the Society with expenses to continue with their work and supports the Museum. Thank you all for your support.

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12/24/2024

To all our followers and members, we hope you all have a blessed Christmas with friends and family. Thank you all for your support throughout the year. (published by Janet Jones)

12/21/2024

Don’t Forget ! TODAY is the last to see the Benton County Historical Society Parade of Christmas Trees, Dec. 21 9- 12 AM

12/18/2024

ATTENTION: Only 2 more days to see the Christmas Tree Parade! Wed. 17th-Sat. 21-9 AM
Old Court House- Benton County Historical Society