Where College Park's history still stands.
"Rooted in History, Driven toward Progress"
We document, protect, and tell the story of the people, buildings, and landmarks that shaped College Park, Georgia — from a Victorian streetcar suburb to the world's intersection of rail and air.
Preservation is an act of memory.
The College Park Historical Preservation Conservancy is dedicated to safeguarding the architectural, cultural, and historical heritage of College Park, Georgia. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, we strive to honor the city's rich legacy while promoting thoughtful preservation and sustainable development.
The Historical Society preserves and shares College Park's stories and collections. The Conservancy protects the places those stories happened — working alongside homeowners, the City, and community partners to document landmarks and support restoration.
Victorian-era detailing on one of College Park's National Register homes.
Four ways we protect College Park.
Historic Preservation
Identifying, documenting, acquiring, and restoring historic structures, landmarks, and culturally significant sites across College Park.
Community Engagement
Hosting events, tours, and educational programs that connect residents with the city's past and build pride in our shared heritage.
Advocacy & Support
Partnering with local government, property owners, and developers to promote preservation-friendly policies and practices.
Resource Center
Providing guidance and resources for homeowners and businesses interested in restoring or maintaining historic properties.
A tree that outlived the college it stood beside.
On what was once the campus of Cox College — the school that gave College Park its name — a single Acer Negundo tree has stood since the year 1900, planted by Dr. Charles C. Cox himself.
"The last rare tree remaining on what was formerly the campus of Cox College."
Cox College, originally the Southern Female Institute, closed its doors in the 1930s. In 1963, the Garden Division of the College Park Women's Club — led by chairman Mrs. F. C. Cale — placed a marker at the tree's base so its story wouldn't be lost with the campus around it.
It's a small marker for a small tree, and it's exactly the kind of history the Conservancy exists to keep visible.
What we're working toward.
These are the initiatives the Conservancy is building — some already underway, some just getting organized. Real projects, at real stages, no two alike.
Historic College Park Museum
Centered on the Atlanta & West Point Depot, currently being remodeled into a museum and visitor center in partnership with the College Park Historical Society, with rotating exhibits and curated history installations planned.
Downtown Main Street Revitalization
Restoration of 19th- and early 20th-century landmarks along Main Street to preserve the architectural integrity of the periods they represent.
Partnership with the College Park Historical Society
Supporting a shared Resource Center for homeowners and businesses restoring historic properties, alongside joint projects in architectural preservation, archival digitization, and public programming.
African American One Square Mile Museum
Centered on the Price Barbershop, with resources and advocacy directed toward the area's cultural institutions and the conservation of ancestral burial grounds of the original African American community.
Preserving College Park's history strengthens community identity, boosts local tourism, and enhances property values — it ensures future generations can experience the charm and stories that make our city unique.
Karen Jeremie · Charles Green · William Settle
The Conservancy plans to onboard additional directors to strengthen its long-term fundraising and financial strategy.
Help keep College Park's history standing.
Whether it's an afternoon at a restoration site, a recurring membership, or simply spreading the word — there's a way to take part.
Become a Member
Join the Conservancy and support ongoing preservation, research, and public history programs year-round.
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Help with restoration events, walking tours, archival research, and community history days.
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