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WHS 2026 Tour of Homes Guest Speaker Announcement

We are thrilled to announce that our Guest Speaker for the 2026 Wilcox Historical Society’s Tour of Homes in historic Furman, Alabama, is Mr. Charlie Hurt, opinion editor of The Washington Times and co-host of Fox & Friends Weekend.  His presentation will focus on our nation’s Founding Fathers and early American history, followed by a question-and-answer session. After hearing him speak … Continue reading WHS 2026 Tour of Homes Guest Speaker Announcement →

Wilcox Historical Society 2026 Tour of Homes

The Wilcox Historical Society is pleased to announce that our 2026 Tour of Homes will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This year’s tour will showcase historic homes and significant sites in the charming community of Furman, Alabama. Tickets NOW available on Eventbrite.com! Join us for a fascinating … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society 2026 Tour of Homes →

Christmas Party at Greenleaves 🎄

The Wilcox Historical Society will host its Annual Christmas Party on Sunday, December 7, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., at the beautiful and historic Greenleaves home in Pine Apple, Alabama. Each December, members and guests of the Society gather to celebrate the season in one of Wilcox County’s treasured historic homes. This year’s celebration at … Continue reading Christmas Party at Greenleaves 🎄 →

Jo Bonner: There Must Be Something in the Water

The Wilcox Historical Society is honored to welcome Jo Bonner, President of the University of South Alabama, as our November speaker. His engaging talk, “There Must Be Something in the Water,” promises insight, humor, and inspiration drawn from his years of leadership and his roots right here in Camden, Alabama. President Bonner has been a … Continue reading Jo Bonner: There Must Be Something in the Water →

A Conversation with Alabama Heritage – October 5 in Camden

We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming meeting of the Wilcox Historical Society: 📖 A Conversation with Alabama Heritage Magazine🗓 Sunday, October 5, at 2:00 p.m.📍 Camden ARP Church, 209 Broad Street, Camden Our special guest will be Susan E. Reynolds, PhD, editor of Alabama Heritage. A native Alabamian, Susan has been with … Continue reading A Conversation with Alabama Heritage – October 5 in Camden →

Wilcox Historical Society’s Tour of Homes Featured on WSFA TV

Exciting news! The Wilcox Historical Society’s 2025 Tour of Homes was recently featured in an interview on WSFA TV with our President, Lance Britt. Tune in to hear more about this highly anticipated event, March 21-22, 2025, in historic Camden, Alabama. This year’s tour promises to be an unforgettable experience, with special guest speakers, Luke and Julie Montagu, the 12th Earl and Countess of … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society’s Tour of Homes Featured on WSFA TV →

WHS February Meeting – Lafayette’s 1825 Alabama Tour

Join us for the Wilcox Historical Society's next meeting on Sunday, February 9, at 2 PM to hear from Dr. Lawrence Krumenaker, author of Nine Days Traveling: Lafayette's 1825 Alabama Tour. Discover where Lafayette traveled in Alabama, where he didn’t, and why he came in the first place. Dr. Krumenaker’s engaging talk will answer these … Continue reading WHS February Meeting – Lafayette’s 1825 Alabama Tour →

Christmas Concert in Camden

Christmas Concert in Camden on Saturday, December 21st at 7pm! Behold Your King - a concert of beloved Christmas carols fused with classical and Celtic folk music featuring arrangements by Madeline Cawley played by the Harvest Arts musicians. The concert will be held at the Camden ARP Church at 209 Broad Street. Tickets are $30 … Continue reading Christmas Concert in Camden →