We are happy to share an update on the restoration and reconstruction of the Power-Jackson Cabin in East Cobb.

The Power-Jackson Cabin is a rare single-pen log house that originally stood along Post Oak Tritt Road. The cabin had been neglected and was facing the threat of site development. After acquiring the cabin from the property owner, Cobb Landmarks and Cobb County PARKS reached an agreement in 2023 to relocate the cabin to Hyde Farm Park for reconstruction. Cobb Landmarks raised more than $70,000 in private funds for the project. On April 9, 2024, the Cobb County Board of Commissioners approved the use of Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) funds to cover the remaining costs. To ensure the cabin is restored with the highest level of craftsmanship and historical accuracy, the logs were temporarily relocated to Tennessee. There, the experts at Leatherwood, Inc. conducted a comprehensive assessment of the structure. During this specialized process, each log was inspected to determine which original timbers and boards remained sound and which pieces required careful replacement due to weathering and deterioration. This meticulous review was essential for the long-term stability of what could be the oldest existing structure in Cobb County. Now that Leatherwood has completed the restoration of the individual components, the cabin has returned to Hyde Farm Park for reconstruction. We are proud to have played a role in saving this important piece of Cobb County history, and we thank our donors and partners for helping make this possible. Stay tuned for more updates!