211 N. Main Street, Farmerville, Louisiana
318-982-8020 [email protected] HOURS: Tue-Fri, 1-5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. FREE ADMISSION Click button below for YouTube video - "First People of Union Parish" talk by archaeologist Jeff Girard Visit the museum's archaeology website by clicking the second button below |
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The mission of the Union Museum of History and Art is to promote an understanding of history, culture, and art, and to instill a spirit of community pride.
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Museum seeks director applications
The Union Museum of History and Art is currently accepting applications for the position of Museum Director. Resumes can be sent to [email protected] or mailed to 211 N. Main Street, Farmerville, LA 71241. For complete job description, CLICK HERE.
The Union Museum of History and Art is currently accepting applications for the position of Museum Director. Resumes can be sent to [email protected] or mailed to 211 N. Main Street, Farmerville, LA 71241. For complete job description, CLICK HERE.
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"Ice Age" exhibit ends soon
Saber-toothed cats, wooly mammoths, giant bison, American lions, and many more Ice Age creatures thrill visitors to the "Expedition: Ice Age" exhibit currently in the Union Museum of History and Art in Farmerville. The local Ice Age exhibit, on loan from the Palm Beach Museum of Natural History, will end its local showing on August 3.
This world-class display of amazing fossils and replicas is made possible by gifts from the David B. Jones Foundation, Enviro Services, Marion State Bank, the Union Parish Tourist Commission, and the Walmart Foundation. . For more information, call 318-982-8020.
Museum hours are 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
Saber-toothed cats, wooly mammoths, giant bison, American lions, and many more Ice Age creatures thrill visitors to the "Expedition: Ice Age" exhibit currently in the Union Museum of History and Art in Farmerville. The local Ice Age exhibit, on loan from the Palm Beach Museum of Natural History, will end its local showing on August 3.
This world-class display of amazing fossils and replicas is made possible by gifts from the David B. Jones Foundation, Enviro Services, Marion State Bank, the Union Parish Tourist Commission, and the Walmart Foundation. . For more information, call 318-982-8020.
Museum hours are 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, and 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
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Fish otoliths subject of archaeology talk July 25
Tiny stones inside fish ears can be keys to solving archaeological mysteries, according to Dr. Gary Stringer, who will share his extensive knowledge of the subject on July 25, at 5:30 p.m. in the Union Museum of History and Art, 211 N. Main St., Farmerville, LA. Dr. Stringer is Professor Emeritus of Geology, University of Louisiana-Monroe, and is an esteemed researcher in geology, archaeology, and paleontology. The fish ear stones, called otoliths, act as a kind of scientific time capsule, telling researchers about the fish’s age and environmental conditions during its lifetime. This talk is for the D’Arbonne Diggers archaeological study group, but is open to the public. Admission is free. For more information call 318-982-8020.
Tiny stones inside fish ears can be keys to solving archaeological mysteries, according to Dr. Gary Stringer, who will share his extensive knowledge of the subject on July 25, at 5:30 p.m. in the Union Museum of History and Art, 211 N. Main St., Farmerville, LA. Dr. Stringer is Professor Emeritus of Geology, University of Louisiana-Monroe, and is an esteemed researcher in geology, archaeology, and paleontology. The fish ear stones, called otoliths, act as a kind of scientific time capsule, telling researchers about the fish’s age and environmental conditions during its lifetime. This talk is for the D’Arbonne Diggers archaeological study group, but is open to the public. Admission is free. For more information call 318-982-8020.
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August 15 deadline --
It's a win-win: Honor a loved one & support the museum
Union Museum of History and Art-Discovery Place will soon complete its Legacy Tile fundraising project, which enables donors to have engraved tiles installed on the museum’s permanent Wall of Gratitude. Smooth stone tiles are available until August 15 for tax-deductible donations of $750, $2000, or $5000. For complete information, call 318-982-8020.
This project is part of the museum's capital campaign to raise funds needed to purchase the building in now occupies at 211 N. Main St., Farmerville, and to provide the $125,000 match required to receive the state Capital Outlay funds.
"These legacy tiles are wonderful ways for individuals, families, organizations, and churches to honor loved ones or to convey a meaningful message that will endure long into the future," says Jean Jones, project director. "Logos and other selected images can be engraved onto the tiles, as well."
It's a win-win: Honor a loved one & support the museum
Union Museum of History and Art-Discovery Place will soon complete its Legacy Tile fundraising project, which enables donors to have engraved tiles installed on the museum’s permanent Wall of Gratitude. Smooth stone tiles are available until August 15 for tax-deductible donations of $750, $2000, or $5000. For complete information, call 318-982-8020.
This project is part of the museum's capital campaign to raise funds needed to purchase the building in now occupies at 211 N. Main St., Farmerville, and to provide the $125,000 match required to receive the state Capital Outlay funds.
"These legacy tiles are wonderful ways for individuals, families, organizations, and churches to honor loved ones or to convey a meaningful message that will endure long into the future," says Jean Jones, project director. "Logos and other selected images can be engraved onto the tiles, as well."
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International Tasting Tour on tap Sept. 19
A few individual tickets are now available for Union Museum of History and Art’s International Tasting Tour on Thursday, Sept. 19, in the Willie Davis Recreation Center, Farmerville. The popular event features a multi-cultural array of foods, music, and dance that reflect varied nationalities of regional residents. Title sponsor is Union General Hospital. Individual Traveler tickets are $35. Deadline for ticket purchase is July 31.
Call 318-982-8020 to order tickets or use the "donate" button in the upper segment of this web page.
A few individual tickets are now available for Union Museum of History and Art’s International Tasting Tour on Thursday, Sept. 19, in the Willie Davis Recreation Center, Farmerville. The popular event features a multi-cultural array of foods, music, and dance that reflect varied nationalities of regional residents. Title sponsor is Union General Hospital. Individual Traveler tickets are $35. Deadline for ticket purchase is July 31.
Call 318-982-8020 to order tickets or use the "donate" button in the upper segment of this web page.
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Thanks, Walmart!
Union Museum of History and Art is excited to share the news that it recently received a $1000 grant from the local Walmart located in Farmerville in support of the museum's current "Expedition: Ice Age" exhibit.
Union Museum of History and Art is excited to share the news that it recently received a $1000 grant from the local Walmart located in Farmerville in support of the museum's current "Expedition: Ice Age" exhibit.
Watercolor art class slated August 10 in Union Museum
Union Museum of History and Art will offer a class in watercolor painting on Saturday, August 10, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The “Introduction to Watercolors” class will be led by Teddy Graves, a lifelong artist and Fine Arts student at Centenary College in Shreveport. Fee for the class is $5. Call 318-982-8020 to sign up. Enrollees will be given a list of basic art supplies they will need to bring to the class.
This class will teach the basic techniques of the watercolor medium. There will be demonstrations of the various techniques employed in watercolor, such as wet and dry painting and gradients. Then, participants will follow alongside their instructor in making a painting composed of the different techniques learned.
Union Museum of History and Art will offer a class in watercolor painting on Saturday, August 10, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The “Introduction to Watercolors” class will be led by Teddy Graves, a lifelong artist and Fine Arts student at Centenary College in Shreveport. Fee for the class is $5. Call 318-982-8020 to sign up. Enrollees will be given a list of basic art supplies they will need to bring to the class.
This class will teach the basic techniques of the watercolor medium. There will be demonstrations of the various techniques employed in watercolor, such as wet and dry painting and gradients. Then, participants will follow alongside their instructor in making a painting composed of the different techniques learned.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier exhibit to return
The Union Museum of History and Art is proud to announce that it will again host "A Call to Honor: The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier" replica exhibit November 4-7. This inspiring display was on view locally in 2022, attracting some 500 visitors who were moved by the beautiful tribute to those who fought and died for our country. Opening ceremonies will be at 10 a.m., Nov. 4.
The traveling exhibit is a project of the Exchange Club of Rome, Georgia. Selected members of the club bring the exhibit to each site and explain to visitors the deep meanings of all details of the Tomb and its long history. The Tomb is an exact half-size replica of the actual of Tomb in Arlington National Cemetery. We are grateful to members of the Albritton-Carter Post, VFW, for their assistance and dedication to this exhibit.
The Union Museum of History and Art is proud to announce that it will again host "A Call to Honor: The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier" replica exhibit November 4-7. This inspiring display was on view locally in 2022, attracting some 500 visitors who were moved by the beautiful tribute to those who fought and died for our country. Opening ceremonies will be at 10 a.m., Nov. 4.
The traveling exhibit is a project of the Exchange Club of Rome, Georgia. Selected members of the club bring the exhibit to each site and explain to visitors the deep meanings of all details of the Tomb and its long history. The Tomb is an exact half-size replica of the actual of Tomb in Arlington National Cemetery. We are grateful to members of the Albritton-Carter Post, VFW, for their assistance and dedication to this exhibit.
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First video launched in "Eyewitness to History" series
Union Museum of History and Art has begun making filmed interviews with local people sharing their unique experiences in the "Eyewitness to History" series. The first interview, with 102 year-old Mrs. Ida Belle Albritton, is now viewable by the public on the museum's You Tube channel. CLICK HERE to connect. Mrs. Albritton recalls her experiences as a young bride and mother during World War II, and other experiences in her lifetime.
Videographer for the series is Carter Carroll of ReCollect Media, which specializes in documentary filmmaking.
The next video will feature a conversation between Doris Redden Kyle Russell, who served on the Union Parish Police Jury in the '60s and '70s, and Brenda Abercrombie, currently serving on the Jury. This latest video is currently in production and will be uploaded to YouTube when completed.
Union Museum of History and Art has begun making filmed interviews with local people sharing their unique experiences in the "Eyewitness to History" series. The first interview, with 102 year-old Mrs. Ida Belle Albritton, is now viewable by the public on the museum's You Tube channel. CLICK HERE to connect. Mrs. Albritton recalls her experiences as a young bride and mother during World War II, and other experiences in her lifetime.
Videographer for the series is Carter Carroll of ReCollect Media, which specializes in documentary filmmaking.
The next video will feature a conversation between Doris Redden Kyle Russell, who served on the Union Parish Police Jury in the '60s and '70s, and Brenda Abercrombie, currently serving on the Jury. This latest video is currently in production and will be uploaded to YouTube when completed.
Give a gift to your community
Union Museum of History and Art - Discovery Place depends on the public for support in order to continue serving the people of this community. We ask that you give a gift to your community by making a tax-deductible “Friends of the Museum” donation at any of these suggested levels, or in the amount of your choice.
$100 Bronze
$250 Silver
$500 Gold
$1000 Platinum
$1500 Champion
$3000 Patron
$5000 Benefactor
You may send a check to the museum at 211 N. Main St., Farmerville, LA 71241. OR, to make your donation via PayPal or credit card, click on the red “DONATE” button at upper right of this page. THANK YOU!
Union Museum of History and Art - Discovery Place depends on the public for support in order to continue serving the people of this community. We ask that you give a gift to your community by making a tax-deductible “Friends of the Museum” donation at any of these suggested levels, or in the amount of your choice.
$100 Bronze
$250 Silver
$500 Gold
$1000 Platinum
$1500 Champion
$3000 Patron
$5000 Benefactor
You may send a check to the museum at 211 N. Main St., Farmerville, LA 71241. OR, to make your donation via PayPal or credit card, click on the red “DONATE” button at upper right of this page. THANK YOU!
Museum receives Jones Foundation grant
The Union Museum of History and Art is pleased to announce it has received a grant from the David B. Jones Foundation in support of the “Expedition: Ice Age” exhibit currently on display. This grant, coupled with donations from three local organizations---Enviro Services, Marion State Bank, and the Union Parish Tourist Commission---enables the museum to bring a world-class display of ancient fossils and fossil replicas to Union Parish. The entire display is on loan from the Palm Beach Museum of Natural History in Florida, and features Ice Age (Pleistocene Epoch) megafauna including the saber-toothed cat, wooly mammoth, the American lion, and giant armadillo. For more information, visit www.unionmuseumofhistoryandart.org or call 318-982-8020.
The David B. Jones Foundation, based in Delaware, awards grants to domestic 501 (c)(3) organizations in furtherance of educational, research, and charitable activities working in the science of paleontology. The foundation supports research in paleontology, encourages writing and publication of articles relating to paleontology, and supports educational programs and training for young and amateur fossil hunters.
The Union Museum of History and Art is pleased to announce it has received a grant from the David B. Jones Foundation in support of the “Expedition: Ice Age” exhibit currently on display. This grant, coupled with donations from three local organizations---Enviro Services, Marion State Bank, and the Union Parish Tourist Commission---enables the museum to bring a world-class display of ancient fossils and fossil replicas to Union Parish. The entire display is on loan from the Palm Beach Museum of Natural History in Florida, and features Ice Age (Pleistocene Epoch) megafauna including the saber-toothed cat, wooly mammoth, the American lion, and giant armadillo. For more information, visit www.unionmuseumofhistoryandart.org or call 318-982-8020.
The David B. Jones Foundation, based in Delaware, awards grants to domestic 501 (c)(3) organizations in furtherance of educational, research, and charitable activities working in the science of paleontology. The foundation supports research in paleontology, encourages writing and publication of articles relating to paleontology, and supports educational programs and training for young and amateur fossil hunters.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Now through August 3 -- "Expedition: Ice Age" exhibit. Free admission.
July 25, 5:30 p.m. -- "Fish Otoliths and their Utilization in Archaeology," talk by Dr. Gary Stringer. (D'Arbonne Diggers.) Open to the public.
July 31 -- Deadline to buy tickets to International Tasting Tour
August 3, 10 a.m. to 12 noon --- "Introduction to Watercolors" art class. $5. Class is filled. To add name to waitlist, call 318.982.8020.
August 10, 10 a.m. to 12 noon --- "Introduction to Watercolors" art class. $5. Led by Teddy Graves. To sign up, call 318-982-8020.
August 15 -- Deadline to purchase legacy tile for the Wall of Gratitude.
August 22, 5:30 p.m. -- Talk by Nikki Mattson, representative of the Archaeological Conservancy (D'Arbonne Diggers). Open to the public.
September 4-21 -- Display of entries in the Velvet Bennett Roberts Memorial Agriculture Photo Contest
September 19, 6 p.m. Doors open at 5 p.m. -- International Tasting Tour, fundraising event for the Union Museum of History and Art, Willie Davis Recreation Center, Farmerville.
October 19, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. -- Bayou D'Arbonne Folk Festival on the grounds of the museum and adjoining streets.
November 4-7 -- "A Call to Honor: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier replica" traveling exhibit
November 12-30 -- "Lake D'Arbonne Wildlife" art show featuring paintings by Pam Hallman and animal mounts by area taxidermists.
Board of Directors, 2024
Union Museum of History and Art
Mary Barrios - Chair
Dawn Frasier - Vice-chair
Pam Gale Hallman
Ramsey Hallman
Glenda Henderson
Lesa W. Lawrence, Ph.D.
Richard Royal - Secretary
Jamie Taylor - Treasurer
Brittany Unkel
Union Museum of History and Art
Mary Barrios - Chair
Dawn Frasier - Vice-chair
Pam Gale Hallman
Ramsey Hallman
Glenda Henderson
Lesa W. Lawrence, Ph.D.
Richard Royal - Secretary
Jamie Taylor - Treasurer
Brittany Unkel
Museum reveals state funding, building plans
Union Museum of History and Art is proud to announce that it will receive $500,000 in state Capital Outlay funding next year. The state funds, coupled with the Museum’s required match of $125,000, will be used to purchase the building at 211 N. Main Street in Farmerville in late 2024, and to then renovate the exterior and interior.
The Capital Outlay funding request was submitted to the Louisiana Legislature in 2022, and was supported by Sen. Stewart Cathey and Rep. Chris Turner during the entire review process. “Representative Turner and I have worked hard to deliver funding for all of Union Parish, and I’m honored to be able to include the Union Museum of History and Art on that list,” said Sen. Cathey. “The staff and volunteers at the museum do a great job, and I’m proud to play a small role in its success.”
Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix and Hixson engineering firm in Ruston initiated the project planning in 2022. Building renovation plans were drawn up by TBA Studio Architecture in Monroe, and include creation of an outdoor stage for public performances, beautification of the exterior, improved parking and signage, interior museum-quality lighting, display areas, archives, and handicapped-accessible restrooms.
“We are excited to receive this funding and what this will mean to secure the future of our museum,” stated Mary Barrios, board president. “We thank Sen. Cathey and Rep Turner for their leadership and support in securing the Capital Outlay funding and look forward to sharing this expanded and renovated space with our community to continue the quality programming the museum is known for providing.”
“Senator Cathey and I are proud to have worked to secure funding for The Union Museum of History and Art,” said Representative Turner. “The museum staff works tirelessly to share great examples of the history and beginnings of Union Parish and North Louisiana. The quality of the activities and exhibits the museum shares with our area is second to none. “
The Museum launched a Building Fund campaign in 2021, with the goal of purchasing the building early in 2025. “We are so grateful to the donors who caught the vision of what this museum could do for our community. Because of their generosity, we can meet the required match of $125,000 for this state funding opportunity to not only acquire the building, but also transform it into a spectacular community center,” said Jean Jones, board member and programs coordinator. A key element of the fundraising campaign is the tile wall project, where individuals can purchase a marble or granite tile and have it engraved with their own wording, said Jones. Tiles are still available at levels of $750, $2000, and $5000.
For more information, call the Museum at 318-982-8020.
Union Museum of History and Art is proud to announce that it will receive $500,000 in state Capital Outlay funding next year. The state funds, coupled with the Museum’s required match of $125,000, will be used to purchase the building at 211 N. Main Street in Farmerville in late 2024, and to then renovate the exterior and interior.
The Capital Outlay funding request was submitted to the Louisiana Legislature in 2022, and was supported by Sen. Stewart Cathey and Rep. Chris Turner during the entire review process. “Representative Turner and I have worked hard to deliver funding for all of Union Parish, and I’m honored to be able to include the Union Museum of History and Art on that list,” said Sen. Cathey. “The staff and volunteers at the museum do a great job, and I’m proud to play a small role in its success.”
Meyer, Meyer, LaCroix and Hixson engineering firm in Ruston initiated the project planning in 2022. Building renovation plans were drawn up by TBA Studio Architecture in Monroe, and include creation of an outdoor stage for public performances, beautification of the exterior, improved parking and signage, interior museum-quality lighting, display areas, archives, and handicapped-accessible restrooms.
“We are excited to receive this funding and what this will mean to secure the future of our museum,” stated Mary Barrios, board president. “We thank Sen. Cathey and Rep Turner for their leadership and support in securing the Capital Outlay funding and look forward to sharing this expanded and renovated space with our community to continue the quality programming the museum is known for providing.”
“Senator Cathey and I are proud to have worked to secure funding for The Union Museum of History and Art,” said Representative Turner. “The museum staff works tirelessly to share great examples of the history and beginnings of Union Parish and North Louisiana. The quality of the activities and exhibits the museum shares with our area is second to none. “
The Museum launched a Building Fund campaign in 2021, with the goal of purchasing the building early in 2025. “We are so grateful to the donors who caught the vision of what this museum could do for our community. Because of their generosity, we can meet the required match of $125,000 for this state funding opportunity to not only acquire the building, but also transform it into a spectacular community center,” said Jean Jones, board member and programs coordinator. A key element of the fundraising campaign is the tile wall project, where individuals can purchase a marble or granite tile and have it engraved with their own wording, said Jones. Tiles are still available at levels of $750, $2000, and $5000.
For more information, call the Museum at 318-982-8020.
Two state grant awards announced
Union Museum of History and Art in Farmerville is pleased to announce it has received a 2023 Louisiana Culture Care Fund grant of $5000 in support of its general operations this fiscal year. It also has received a 2023 Louisiana Emergency Planning and Disaster Recovery Grant of $5000 to create a detailed disaster preparedness plan. Both of these grants have been provided by the State of Louisiana and administered by the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities. “We are so appreciative of these two grants that will help propel the Union Museum into a position of stability and preparedness,” says Mary Barrios, Chairman of the Museum’s Board of Directors. Funds of the Culture Care Grant will be used for overhead expenses such as utilities, insurance and security. Paula Davis, Greg Gossler, and the Board of Directors will prepare the disaster mitigation and recovery plan. |
"First Friends" of the Museum
Sincere thanks go to these individuals and organizations that launched the museum in 2014
by underwriting the gallery construction expenses.
The Lions Club of Farmerville - Lighting System Sponsor
Union General Hospital - Community Showcase Sponsor
Bruce and Cindy Hampton - Large Display Panel Sponsor (2)
Plum Creek -- Lead Flooring Sponsor
Architecture +, Monroe, LA - architectural rendering
The Carr Family - Fred, Tommy, Jeffery, Tinnie, and Deanna -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Community Trust Bank (now Origin Bank) -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Futch Family - Alan, Lance,Todd, and Jimmye Carol -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Gazette -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Steve and Jean Jones -- Flooring Sponsor
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Nancy Love -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Read Lumber and Supply -- Flooring Sponsor
Jerry and Joan Taylor -- Flooring Sponsor
Brittany and Steve Unkel -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Ricky and Debbie Albritton -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Banner -- Display Panel Sponsor
John and Alana Belton -- Display Panel Sponsor
Dr. Clyde Brashier -- Display Panel Sponsor
Town of Farmerville -- Display Panel Sponsor
Lum and Dottie Farr -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Museum is forever indebted to the Union Parish Chamber of Commerce, which began the museum idea as a special study project in 2011. The Chamber's Board of Directors enabled the concept to become a reality, and launched the Union Museum of History and Art as an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For its first five years, the Museum was housed in the Chamber of Commerce building. In March 2020, it moved into the building at 211 N. Main St. , Farmerville.
Sincere thanks go to these individuals and organizations that launched the museum in 2014
by underwriting the gallery construction expenses.
The Lions Club of Farmerville - Lighting System Sponsor
Union General Hospital - Community Showcase Sponsor
Bruce and Cindy Hampton - Large Display Panel Sponsor (2)
Plum Creek -- Lead Flooring Sponsor
Architecture +, Monroe, LA - architectural rendering
The Carr Family - Fred, Tommy, Jeffery, Tinnie, and Deanna -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Community Trust Bank (now Origin Bank) -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Futch Family - Alan, Lance,Todd, and Jimmye Carol -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
The Gazette -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Steve and Jean Jones -- Flooring Sponsor
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Nancy Love -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Read Lumber and Supply -- Flooring Sponsor
Jerry and Joan Taylor -- Flooring Sponsor
Brittany and Steve Unkel -- Large Display Panel Sponsor
Ricky and Debbie Albritton -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Banner -- Display Panel Sponsor
John and Alana Belton -- Display Panel Sponsor
Dr. Clyde Brashier -- Display Panel Sponsor
Town of Farmerville -- Display Panel Sponsor
Lum and Dottie Farr -- Display Panel Sponsor
The Museum is forever indebted to the Union Parish Chamber of Commerce, which began the museum idea as a special study project in 2011. The Chamber's Board of Directors enabled the concept to become a reality, and launched the Union Museum of History and Art as an independent 501(c)3 non-profit organization. For its first five years, the Museum was housed in the Chamber of Commerce building. In March 2020, it moved into the building at 211 N. Main St. , Farmerville.