В Томасвилле пройдет встреча с автором книги по сохранению исторического наследия Бет Ярброу

Author and preservation advocate Beth Yarbrough to visit Pebble Hill Plantation Published 7:18 pm Wednesday, September 2, 2026 THOMASVILLE — Pebble Hill Plantation in partnership with Thomasville Landmarks will host author Beth Yarbrough for a special program focused on historic preservation, local history, and community engagement at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Pebble Hill Plantation Learning Center. Yarbrough is the author of the recently published book, The Grassroots Guide to Saving What Matters: Historic Preservation for Everyday People, a user-friendly handbook designed to engage and empower individuals interested in preserving the historic structures and places within their own communities. “In the course of my travels across the South for Southern Voice, I became acutely aware of the need to make the subject of historic preservation more approachable for all, which provided the impetus for this book,” Yarbrough said. A writer living in North Carolina, Yarbrough spent more than three decades working in the gift and home décor industry with licensed art and product design credits to her name before setting out on a journey that inspired her writing career. Eleven years, thousands of miles, and tens of thousands of words and photographs later, she continues exploring the stories, people, and places that define the South. Guests attending the program will also be able to purchase the highlighted book ($12.95) and enjoy a book signing and Q&A session with Yarbrough and local preservationists, followed by a walking tour highlighting several preservation projects across Pebble Hill’s main grounds. Representatives from Thomasville Landmarks and local preservation partners will also participate in the discussions during the tour, offering additional insight into the importance of historic preservation efforts within the community. The program promises to provide attendees with a meaningful opportunity to explore local history, preservation initiatives, and the stories that connect communities to their past while encouraging stewardship for the future. Tickets for the program are $10 and must be purchased in advance by visiting pebblehill.com. Tickets are on sale now at pebblehill.com. For additional information, registration details, or to plan a visit, please contact Kitty Spivey, at 229-226-2344.