The Union County Historical Society hosted a holiday gathering at its December 2025 meeting at the Union County Museum. Hosts for the meeting were the officers: President Ellen Perry, Vice President Charles Hamilton, Secretary Jo Gibson, and Treasurer Glenda Cooke. The Board of Directors are Chairman Judson Palmer and members Fred Gibson, Dennis Johnson, Geraldine (Jeri) Lett, Dave Monroe, James A. Perry, Fred H. Simmons, Marilyn Toppins, Veronica Fox (recorder) and Tonya Atkins (accountant).

Charles Hamilton addressed the Union County Historical Society at its November 2025 meeting. Hamilton discussed the Hamilton Cemetery Association (HCA). Although the official deed date is 1901, the Hamilton Cemetery is one of Union County’s oldest cemeteries with graves dating to the early 1800s. Graves include military veterans from the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, the Spanish American War, WWI and WWII. There are over 36 family surnames represented with many including some of Union County’s earliest pioneers. A section where slaves are buried is also at the cemetery.

Fred Gibson addressed the Union County Historical Society at the August meeting. He shared pictures and information on the Lost Creek Reunion of 2024 and the Nicholas Gibbs Reunion of 2025.

The Union County Heritage Festival Quilt Show is Saturday, October 4, at the Union County Museum. All quilters are invited to bring their quilts to the museum on Thursday, October 2, between 1:30 and 6 p.m. Ellen Perry and Patricia Campbell will be at the museum to accept entries. Quilts will be judged, ribbons placed and displayed for viewing during museum festival hours of 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

The Mark Monroe corn crib on the grounds of the Union County Museum sports a new roof, thanks to Dan Wyrick and the employees of Wyrick Roofing on Highway 33, who donated their labor to preserve a Union County historical landmark. Billy Myers contributed new lumber to make sure there were no leaks. Judson Palmer and Dennis Johnson, both members of the Union County Historical Society, assumed the responsibility of providing the cedar shakes and materials so the Wyricks could use their skill.

The Union County Historical Society has acquired a number of past year books from Horace Maynard High School. The books are available for a $50 (cash or check only) minimum donation, first come first serve. They can be obtained at the Union County Museum on Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. or on Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The following years and quantities are available: 1967(2), 1968 (8), 1975 (2), 1980 (2), 1983 (1), 1984 (1), 1985 (3), 1990 (5), 1992 (2), 1993 (21), 1994 (3), 1995 (1), 1997 (2), 1998 (1), 1998 (1), 1999 (2).

After Southern Spirit performs a variety of tunes at the Union County Historical Society Meeting on Sunday, February 18, at 2:30, the Union County Museum will close until March 24, 2024,to have new flooring and carpeting installed.

President Charlie Hamilton read the winning ticket number for the handmade Christmas Tree Quilt at the Union County Historical Society Christmas Brunch on December 17 at the Union County Museum. Judson Palmer won the quilt. Proceeds from the quilt donations will go toward helping pay for needed repairs.
Palmer announced that the museum will receive a grant from the Tennessee Museum to replace the flooring. The museum will most likely be closed from January 28 through most of February while the flooring work is completed.

The Union County Historical Society has opened the doors of the museum every Tuesday for an acoustic music jam. Everyone who plays an instrument, sings from the heart or just loves tapping their toes and clapping their hands to good ole country, bluegrass and gospel tunes is welcome.
The music begins at 6 p.m. and winds down about 8:45.
Recently, Norris Freeway came to play. Musicians come from all parts of the county.
Noted fiddle player Wayne Goforth coordinated the fun and makes sure everyone gets involved.

“Developers purchase land and think that they own the cemetery that is on the property,” related Graham Perry, Historical Cemetery Preservation Specialist at the Union County Historical Society last month, “But they may or may not own the cemetery.”
Perry also explained that cemeteries cannot be blocked from visits by relatives, but the activities of visitors in the cemetery can be regulated by the owner.