Contact:
Selena Tilly
Rome Area History Director
(706) 235-8051

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Rome Area History Center Debuts WWII Commemorative Exhibit: "Over Here and Over There"

May 6, 2025, ROME, GA – The Rome Area History Center is proud to announce a new traveling exhibition, “Over Here and Over There: Georgia and Georgians in World War II,” is now open. This exhibit marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and highlights Georgia’s profound contributions to the war effort—both on the battlefield and the home front.

Developed in collaboration with the Bandy Heritage Center for Northwest Georgia at Dalton State College and the Northeast Georgia History Center at Brenau University, this exhibit brings to life the experiences of Georgians during one of the most pivotal periods in modern history.

Through compelling text panels, visitors will gain insight into the causes, course, and consequences of the war, as well as the sacrifices and resilience of Georgia’s citizens. The exhibit also features detailed scale models of WWII-era vehicles and battle scenes, offering a vivid representation of the conflict’s machinery and environments.

The exhibition will be on display at the Rome Area History Center, located at 305 Broad Street, Rome, GA, and will run through June 28, 2025. The exhibit is free and open to the public, with visiting hours from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday.

First launched in January 2013, “Over Here and Over There” has traveled to historic sites across the state, including the North Georgia History Center, Roosevelt’s Little White House State Park, and Fort Oglethorpe’s 6th Cavalry Museum. Now, Rome has the opportunity to experience this important and moving tribute to Georgia’s WWII legacy.

For questions about the exhibit, contact the director or the Rome Area History Center, Selena Tilly at (706) 235-8051

About the Bandy Heritage Center
The Bandy Heritage Center for Northwest Georgia is a community outreach program of Dalton State College, dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history and culture of Northwest Georgia. Established in 2008 through a generous gift from Dalton entrepreneur Jack Bandy, the center is named in honor of his parents, B.J. and Dicksie Bandy, who were passionate about preserving the stories of the region for future generations. Learn more at www.bandyheritagecenter.org or follow the Center on Facebook and Instagram.

About the Rome Area History Center
The Rome Area History Center works to preserve and share the history of Rome and its surrounding areas through exhibits and an extensive archival collection. The center is a non-profit organization supported by donors, sponsors and fundraising efforts. The public is invited to visit the center's exhibits open daily Tuesday to Saturday; admission is always free. The center offers ticketed events and area tours throughout the year to support the center's mission. Learn how to experience area history at RomeAreaHistoryCenter.org or follow the center on Facebook.