Old Thebes Courthouse set to open

April and May will be busy months at the Old Thebes Courthouse.

The Thebes Historical Society reports that building renovations are nearing completion. The society invites the public to visit the historic structure in Thebes to see the improvements.

Clean-up Days

A clean-up day was scheduled at the courthouse on Tuesday, April 2. Another clean-up day is planned Tuesday, April 9, with work starting at 9 a.m.

Clean-up inside the building and on the grounds is planned in preparation for the first weekend of tours at the courthouse.  

Anyone who is interested in helping is welcome to meet on the grounds. 

Courthouse to be Open 

The Thebes Courthouse is scheduled to be open on Saturdays and Sundays, beginning April 27.

Hours are planned from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays and from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays. 

Memorial Day Weekend

Plans are also underway for an annual Memorial Day weekend event.

Hours for the event are planned from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, May 25-26.

The weekend will feature souvenirs, food, a community worship service on Sunday at 10 a.m., a quilt raffle and a chance to tour the building and visit with old and new friends.