Jackson Historical Society

Unveiling a Part of the Town Hall

Step into a hidden gem of history! A recent exploration of the Town Hall uncovered a long-forgotten projection room, sealed away for decades and accessible only through a secretive outdoor entrance. Anne Frost dives into the mystery of this rediscovered space, chatting with our expert consultant to unravel its intriguing past and hidden secrets!

Filling in the Foundation

Little did we know but the Town Hall has crash-landed right on the Wicked Witch of the East! Poof!—she’s gone, squashed flat under the weight of civic pride. But fear not, the masons swooped in like heroes in a fairy tale, carting her away while patching up the chaos. They’ve been hard at work, filling in the foundation where steel trusses used to be for a sturdy new foundation that’s tougher than a dragon’s hide.

By week’s end, that foundation will be sealed tight. Next week, Doc Gilmore will be filling in the earth around the building to keep it standing tall. A gleaming shipment of sawed granite has just arrived, ready to clad the foundation in style fit for a castle.

Progress Since the Move

Now that the historic Town Hall has rolled into its new forever home, the action doesn’t stop there! A foundation has been poured to anchor this iconic 1879 gem permanently in its safer spot near Main Street. After a daring 150-foot journey down Black Mountain Road to escape the flood risks of the Wildcat River, our beloved building is ready to stand tall for generations to come. Swing by and see history in the making!

The Town Hall has Landed!

These photos capture the mighty air compressor powering the jacks that carefully cradled the historic 1879 Town Hall during its big move. You can see the jacks hooked up, humming with energy, as the building was gently lowered onto its brand-new foundation. The sturdy cribbing, which propped up this iconic structure, was skillfully adjusted step-by-step, and now the cribs and beams have hit the road back home. The video dives into the heart-pounding details of the lowering process, showcasing the moment our beloved Town Hall settled into its forever home on August 18, 2025! Join the celebration of this historic milestone and swing by to see the Town Hall standing proud in its new spot!