Built in 1922 and designed by noted architect Willis Irvin, the former Claxton High School reflects a Classical Revival style. Its construction was part of the Georgia school consolidation era where larger schools replaced smaller ones to improve educational standards. It was also the first brick two-story public building built in the county and financed through local bonds.
This school building is a witness to the turning point for education in Evans County. When a new high school was built in 1939, this building became an elementary and then middle school before closure in 2012. The former Claxton High School remains a substantial landmark in Claxton and Evans County. The Arts and Cultural Authority of Claxton and Evans County will undertake the restoration and preservation of this building to support arts and culture in our community.
Georgia Power presented a $25,000 check to the Arts & Cultural Authority of Claxton and Evans County for the authority’s project to restore the original
Restoring a historic auditorium is more than a construction project—it’s a revival of history, culture, and community spirit. For towns and cities with these treasured
In small rural communities, theatre is more than entertainment—it’s a bridge that connects people, celebrates local culture, and fosters creativity. Building Connections Theatre brings people
Here are some photos from the construction at the Jack & Muriel Strickland Arts & Cultural Center. We’re so ecstatic to see the progress on
Built in 1922 and designed by noted architect Willis Irvin, the former Claxton High School reflects a Classical Revival style. Its construction was part of
It was a great day in Claxton today! “Fox Gives,” the community partnerships initiative of the The Fox Theatre, traveled to Claxton, Georgia to award
The Mission of the Arts & Cultural Authority is to seek ways to improve the community of Claxton & Evans County by fostering an environment in which art and culture flourish for the sharing and benefit of all residents and visitors.