Author: wilcoxhistoricalsociety

Classy Christmas Concert to Camden

Classy Christmas Concert in Camden on Saturday, December 16th! The fusion of Christmas and Classical music, featuring arrangements by Madeline Cawley played by the Harvest Arts Chamber Quartet! The concert will be held at the Camden ARP Church at 209 Broad Street. Tickets may be purchased now online. https://www.harvestartsllc.com/.../classy-christmas... Afterwards a reception will be held next … Continue reading Classy Christmas Concert to Camden →

Harvest Arts Hymn Tour to Camden

Harvest Arts Hymn Tour! The concert will feature all original arrangements by Madeline Cawley of beloved hymns fused with classical music. Harvest Arts is partnering with churches and groups across the country to bring the beauty of music and the gospel. We look forward to hosting a beautiful night of classical music in Camden on … Continue reading Harvest Arts Hymn Tour to Camden →

WHS November Meeting – The Discovery of the Clotilda

Join us Sunday, November 12th to hear guest speaker, Ben Raines, author of - The Discovery of the Clotilda, the Last Slave Ship. "The incredible true story of the last ship to carry enslaved people to America, the remarkable town its survivors founded after emancipation, and the complicated legacy their descendants carry with them to … Continue reading WHS November Meeting – The Discovery of the Clotilda →

Alabama Treasures – Gaineswood and Magnolia Grove

Sarah Duggan, manager of the Decorative Arts of the Gulf South Project at The Historic New Orleans Collection, will share with us the history of two of Alabama's finest homes and the treasures they hold on Sunday, September 17th. Sarah and interns with the Decorative Arts of the South Project spent two summers documenting the … Continue reading Alabama Treasures – Gaineswood and Magnolia Grove →

Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Spring 2023

Dear WHS Members, What a year we are having! From the overwhelming success of our Tour of Homes to another amazing trip to Natchez, a fantastic Harvest Arts Concert to a wonderful May meeting with our Guest Speaker, Cart Blackwell, we continue to set new standards of excellence. Thank you for supporting the work of … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Spring 2023 →

Harvest Arts Hymn Tour to Camden

Harvest Arts Hymn Tour! The concert will feature all original arrangements by Madeline Cawley of beloved hymns fused with classical music. Harvest Arts is partnering with churches and groups across the country to bring the beauty of music and the gospel. We look forward to hosting a beautiful afternoon of classical music in Camden on … Continue reading Harvest Arts Hymn Tour to Camden →

Down Home in the Deep South: The Architecture of Wilcox County, Alabama

  Wilcox County, Alabama has long been recognized for its unique architecture and culture. 'Down Home' in the 'Deep South': The Architecture of Wilcox County, examines two hundred years of building in one of the most beautiful places in the American South. This presentation by Cart Blackwell will examine architectural styles, building types, construction methods, … Continue reading Down Home in the Deep South: The Architecture of Wilcox County, Alabama →

Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2022

Dear WHS Members, I hope you are all well and are enjoying the change of weather. As you know it has been a very exciting fall for the Historical Society. From two great meetings and a fabulous Harvest Arts Concert to receiving another big grant and announcing Lady Carnarvon's visit, we are making a big … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2022 →

WHS December 2022 Happenings

On Saturday, December 3rd from 3 - 5PM, members of the Wilcox Historical Society and guests are invited to the annual Christmas Open House at Magnolia Glen - the Palmer-Barlow-Britt Home in Furman. Come enjoy fellowship and refreshments! Magnolia Glen, circa 1833, was featured in Victoria Magazine's 2020 Christmas issue and was the featured home … Continue reading WHS December 2022 Happenings →