Bibb City and North Highland Community

At Bibb City Community, we cherish the memories that have shaped our lives. Our Facebook group serves as a vibrant platform for members to relive the best moments, share stories, and connect with fellow residents. Whether it's reminiscing about local events, celebrating milestones, or simply enjoying the camaraderie of our community, we invite you to join us in preserving the spirit of Bibb City. Together, we create a tapestry of experiences that highlight the joy and unity of our beloved neighborhood. Join us and be part of our shared journey!

Bibb City: Collected Lives from a Mill Town

A rich variety of interpretive materials on Bibb City, a former company-owned mill village in west central Georgia. This exhibit includes an oral history play, text and images from the history exhibit, "in character" walking tour scripts, a printable self-guided community tour, and a downloadable audio tour.

• Introduction

• Timeline

• History

• Self Guided Walking Tour

• Performance Scripts

• Resources

• Credits

Columbus State University Links Below

The Story

Bibb City Elementary School was constructed in 1915 by the Bibb Manufacturing Company for the children of its employees. It was later brought into the public school system, which later became the consolidated city-county school system of Columbus-Muscogee County. Bibb City is a former company-owned mill village which developed, as many did in the South, around the manufacturing plant that bore its name. Generations of mill workers’ children were educated at the school, and the building carries a strong memory and cultural history for the area.

Article From The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation

Bibb Elementary School