Erik Gallman Appointed as Executive Secretary of Whitfield-Murray Historical Society

Erik Gallman has been appointed as Executive Secretary of Whitfield-Murray Historical Society. He will also act as Director of Crown Gardens and Archives. Gallman is a graduate of Murray County High School in Chatsworth, Georgia. He has a Bachelor of Science Education from Kennesaw College. Gallman taught eighth grade at Bagley Middle School for two years. He also owns and operates Cohutta Springs Greenhouse.

Gallman has always been interested in local history. In 2008 he organized a school reunion for Hall's Chapel, a Murray County school that closed in 1954. He enjoys historical research and writing, and paints historical subjects as a hobby. Gallman looks forward to working on the newsletter and quarterly.

Gardening is another interest. He likes working with plants, and hopes to spruice up the grounds at Crown Gardens and Archives. He also plans to renovate the inside of the building, add new shelves, and reorganize the books and documents. to make more room for hosting displays and exhibits. He also plans to reorganize the documents and files at the Archives. He looks forward to working with the community and Historical Society volunteers. (March 2009). Photo of Gallman.