Places & Buildings
Apollo’s historic locations range from lovely buildings yet standing–such as the residence built by General Samuel M. Jackson shown above–to favorite places that now exist only in our memories, such as Griftlo Park. Click on the images below for more details.
Women’s Christian Temperance Union (WCTU)
The Women’s Christian Temperance Union of Apollo was organized in 1889 with Mrs. Mary J. Guthrie as president.
Griftlo Park
Griftlo Park featured a swimming pool, boating pond, carousal, 2 dance halls, & a bandstand, as well as a large picnic area with pavilions a ballfield.
Chambers Hotel
The Chambers Hotel had many owners and name changes. It was built in 1889.
Apollo Schools
This building on N. 2nd Street was used from 1863-1913.
Apollo Memorial Library
After outgrowing the W.C.T.U. Building, the Library moved to their current location in 1965.
General Samuel Jackson Home
This home was built in 1883 for General Samuel Jackson and his family.
