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Tour of Homes 2026

Dec 4, 2025

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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…

2019 Wilcox Historical Society Tour of Homes

Jan 29, 2019

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Wilcox Historical Society’s Annual Tour of Homes is March 23, 2019.

Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – 2018 Year End

Jan 2, 2019

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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…

Spring Pilgrimage – March 23, 2019!

Nov 5, 2018

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Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2018

Nov 3, 2018

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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…

Alabama Historical Association Fall Pilgrimage in Camden

Aug 25, 2018

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The Alabama Historical Association is meeting in Camden on October 27, 2018.

Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Summer 2018

Aug 5, 2018

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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…

Early Wilcox County History

Aug 4, 2018

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Wilcox County was created by the Alabama Legislature December 13, 1819…

Homes of the River’s Bend Tour

Mar 1, 2017

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Homes of the River’s Bend Tour – March 25, 2017 Enjoy the Spring Tour of some of our area’s most beloved homes. This year’s theme is “A Tour of the River’s Bend” as we open up homes in Canton Bend, Possum Bend, Sedan, and Camden. Tickets are available at the Gee’s Bend Ferry Terminal and…

Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Fall 2008

Aug 1, 2008

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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,…

Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Spring 2006

Mar 1, 2006

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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…

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