Dr. Joyce M. Davis

Dr. Joyce M. Davis graduated from University of Georgia.with the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.  She earned the Master of Arts degree in Art History from the University of North Carolina and the Doctorate of Philosophy in Art, with a specialization in Art and Architectural History, from the University of Georgia.

  From 1992 to 2006, she taught .art and architectural history, as well as, some drawing classes at Valdosta State University.  Previously, she taught art and architectural history at other institutions. Upon retirement from Valdosta State University in 2006, she was named Professor Emeritus.  

    Her publications include a number of articles on architecture and related areas. As author, her books are Lakeland’s Unique Architectural Heritage, The Architectural Legacy of Elberton, and Historic Elberton; and her edited books include Elbertonians Reflect Upon the Past.

Recent awards include Native Citizen (2005) and Community Service Award (2001) presented by the Elbert County Chamber of Commerce.  Academic memberships include Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Kappa Phi, and Alpha Lambda Delta.

Her favorite medium is pencil.


Watercolor Cat

Elbert County Old Central High School

Elbert County Depot