The South Bristol Historical Society was organized in 1998 to coordinate the efforts of a group of residents who had demonstrated an interest in the history of South Bristol and who wished to encourage broad participation in the preservation and enjoyment of the town’s rich heritage. More specifically, the organization’s goals are to collect and preserve historical memorabilia and important records relating to the town, to promote interest in local history among school children and the general public, and to maintain and operate an historical reference center for the public.