Robertson County Historical Society

Preserving and celebrating Robertson County history since 1967.❤️

For nearly six decades, the Robertson County Historical Society has worked to collect, preserve, and share the stories that have shaped our community. From educational programs and special events to helping families connect with their roots, we are proud to play a role in keeping our local history alive.

Whether you're a lifelong resident, new to the area, or simply curious about the people and places that came before us, there's always something to discover at the museum.

Stop by and spend some time reconnecting with the rich history of Robertson County. We would love to welcome you!

Visit us Wednesday-Friday, 10am - 4 pm.

📍 124 W. 6th Ave., Springfield, Tennessee 37172

We have plenty of items in our gift shop that help you show off your Robertson County pride!

We love seeing downtown Springfield come to life during our Friday Night Markets. We hope you will stop by the museum tonight!

Our next Society Meeting takes place on June 18th at 7pm with Guest Speaker Danny Atchley!

“I am as Springfield as the Yellow Jackets and as Robertson County as the Courthouse" said Danny Atchley recently. Danny is known by many for his work with local nonprofits, such as Willow Oak Center, the Robertson County Players and Community Spirit. He is also currently serving as president of the Robertson County Historical Society.

Danny grew up in Springfield, the oldest of three brothers born to C.B."Bee” Atchley and Joyce Farmer Atchley. He is married to the former Nelda Siske and they have three children and three wonderful grandchildren that they spoil as often as they can.

The subject of the program for Thursday, June 18 at 7 pm will be Making Hands, a musical drama by playwright Mark Edens, which is being produced by Danny, which tells the history of Robertson County through drama and music. Making Hands will be arriving at the historic Innovation Academy Auditorium in Springfield on July 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, and 19 in time for our nation's 250th Birthday Celebration.

Making Hands, is a first time co-production between the Robertson County Players and Community Spirit, Inc., with help from the Robertson County Historical Society. For the Making Hands music, Bel Stuart, of the Rural Arts Cooperative, has composed original songs to help tell the County's dramatic story. Veteran theater director and actress Ruthanna Fletcher, will helm the action on stage for the production. The story of Making Hands focuses on Robertson County’s early pioneer days, the Civil War and the Black Patch War, and will then end with the growing strife between family farms and modern urbanization in Robertson County.