The Henry County Historic Preservation Commission met Wednesday, April 15th at the Henry County Heritage Center to review ongoing projects and prepare for upcoming community events.
Members approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes, followed by the treasurer’s report. The Henry County Board of Supervisors has also approved the addition of Nancy Amos and Cathy McCoy as new commissioners.
Guest Paul Katsion, representing the Optimists Club, outlined plans for the opening of the 1976 time capsule located on the courthouse lawn. The Preservation Commission has been asked to assist with inventorying the contents of the 50-year-old capsule and help decide which items will be returned for preservation over the next 50 years. The time capsule will be opened as part of the community’s 250th anniversary celebration this Fourth of July in Mount Pleasant, with the official opening scheduled for July 3rd on the courthouse lawn.
Commission members also reviewed progress on a new historic sites guidebook. Print Group USA has provided mapping and formatting options for the publication. Data collection has been completed, and most image files have already been secured. The guidebook is expected to be finished before the end of the year.
The commission’s next meeting is scheduled for May 20th at the Henry County Heritage Center.