Jackson Elk’s #466 was formed by thirty-three men, residents of Jackson, each and everyone a loyal citizen of the United States of America banded together for the purpose of founding a subordinate Lodge of Elks. Their objective was achieved on March 2, 1898 when Jackson Lodge #466 of the Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks was instituted and the Charter from the Grand Lodge was issued on June 22, 1899. Since that time the Jackson Elks have supported youth activities, community projects and our veterans.

The county of Jackson was noted for its many apple orchards in prior years and to this day still promotes the Jackson County Apple festival in mid-September of each year where a carnival atmosphere takes place on the main streets of Jackson.