Suwannee County Commissioners approve funding for Historical Museum repairs

Danny Federico reporter3.riverbendnews@gmail.com During its regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19, the Suwannee County Board of County Commissioners approved $14,500 to help cover insurance deductibles for repairs to the Suwannee County Historical Museum, which sustained extensive damage during Hurricane Helene. Deputy Clerk Eric Musgrove, acting as Chairman of the Suwannee County Historical Commission, presented the request for funding. He explained how Hurricane Helene had torn off much of the museum’s roof, soaking historical artifacts and causing significant damage to the building's interior. Although insurance will cover a majority of the repair costs, the Historical Commission fac