Tour of Homes Rescheduled (Again) As you all know by now, we have had to reschedule our Tour of Homes yet again. Our new dates are March 26 – 27, 2021, the last weekend in March. To begin, I want to thank all of our homeowners for their flexibility and understanding as we moved not … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2020
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Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Spring 2020
WHS 2020 Tour of Homes Treasures of the Old South! The Tour weekend which was originally planned for March 27th – 28th has been rescheduled to September 25th - 26th. The entire weekend’s events are the same - beginning on Friday at 6:30 PM with a Welcome Reception at RiverBend, circa 1848, with wine and … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Spring 2020
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2019
Happy Birthday Wilcox County! Celebrate our 200th birthday! Wilcox County was created by an act of the Alabama legislature on December 13, 1819. It was formed from portions of Monroe and Dallas counties, which was created from Creek Indian lands acquired by the United States in the 1814 Treaty of Fort Jackson. Most of the … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2019
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Summer 2019
The 2019 Tour of Homes - A Resounding Success! The 2019 Tour of Homes was a resounding success with a crowd of over 800 attending. The tour weekend of March 22-23 began with a Welcome Reception held at the Wilcox Female Institute on Friday night. Sponsored by WHS members Chris Bailey and Ryan Dunagan and The … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Summer 2019
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – 2018 Year End
Highlights of the Year We began 2018 with a meeting in January at the McWilliams home in Oak Hill. Despite the icy roads and snowy weather, a large crowd was in attendance to hear Gary Burton speak on Settlers of the Old Federal Road. Thanks to hosts Cheryl and Burk McWilliams and Susan and Tennant … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – 2018 Year End
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2018
The Era of Steamboats on the Alabama River WHS Meeting - October 18 at 2 PM Steamboats played an important part in the economic development of Alabama. Beginning in the 1830’s, Montgomery and Mobile became connected by a series of river packets that carried cotton, passengers and supplies ranging from hoop-skirts to whiskey. Speaker for … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2018
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Summer 2018
Furman, Pine Apple & Oak Hill Spring Pilgrimage Was a Big Success! The Spring Pilgrimage held March 24, 2018 was a big success which makes two strong years in a row to showcase our county’s rich history and tradition. The azaleas were blooming and the weather was perfect! Over 200 tickets were sold this year. We had … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Summer 2018
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2008
Following is a brief history of the home and the flag, including a reprint of February 10, 1921 article in the Wilcox Progressive Era written by R.E. McWilliams, Sr., a private in Company B, First Alabama Regiment, and who is responsible for the flag being returned to Alabama .he next meeting of the Wilcox Historical Society is scheduled for Thursday, … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2008
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Spring 2006
Prairie Bluff Tour There will be a special on-site historical tour and meeting at Prairie Bluff on Thursday, May 4, 2006 starting at 10:30 A.M. The meeting is being hosted by John and Gail Henderson, and will be held at their new home located on Shell Creek. You get to their home by taking Highway 28 west to the Prairie Bluff … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Spring 2006
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2005
Fall Meeting to Feature Program by Bonnie Mitchell The next meeting of the Wilcox Historical Society will be held Thursday, October 6, 2005 at 2:00 P.M. at the home of Connie and Steve Penry located at on Highway 21 South in Oak Hill. Turn south at the 4-way stop and go about ½ mile south on … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2005
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