Georgia Trustees

2026 Georgia Trustees

It was nearly three centuries ago, in 1732, when King George II of England appointed the first Georgia Trustees to establish the new colony of Georgia upon the principal “not for self but for others.” Centuries later, in 2008, the…

2025 Georgia Trustees

In 1732, England’s King George II appointed the first Georgia Trustees to establish the new colony of Georgia, with the motto “not for self  but for others.” Centuries later, in 2008, the Georgia Historical Society and the governor’s office harkened…

History Makers

The Georgia Historical Society and the Office of the Governor will add the names of baseball legend Hank Aaron and business leader and philanthropist Ted Turner to the roster of Georgia Trustees at the Historical Society’s Birthday Bash and Awards…