HC Archives Receives State Grant

Paris, Tenn. – Secretary of State Tre Hargett has announced the Henry County Archives and Genealogy Library received an Archives Development Grant.
The Archives and Genealogy Library has received a $1,500 grant to purchase storage boxes.
The grants, distributed through the Tennessee State Library and Archives, help develop local county archives.
“These grants give local archivists the tools they need to properly preserve our state’s history. Each of our great state’s 95 counties holds a piece of the story that makes the Volunteer State what it is today. I’m proud we can help ensure our history lives on for future generations,” Secretary Hargett said.
“This announcement from the Library and Archives is great news for Henry County,” said Sen. John Stevens (R-Huntingdon). “The tools provided through these funds will preserve the history and heritage of our community by ensuring our archives are properly stored. I appreciate all the work of our local officials to help secure these funds.”
The Library and Archives is awarding $45,500 in state funds to develop and enhance 17 local county archives across Tennessee.
“This funding will modernize our facility by enhancing protections for our important documents,” said Rep. Tim Wirgau (R-Buchanan). “This will ensure that future generations of our citizens will have access to them and be able to learn about our county’s proud history.”