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
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WHS October Meeting – The Wily Fox from Wilcox – The Life of Roland Cooper
Roland Cooper was a prominent and powerful figure in local, county, and state politics having served for two terms as mayor of Camden, was a delegate to the 1952 Democratic National Convention, and was elected to five terms in the senate. During his fifth term, he resigned to accept Gov Wallace's appointment as Probate Judge … Continue reading WHS October Meeting – The Wily Fox from Wilcox – The Life of Roland Cooper
WHS Travel Presents
The Founding Fathers and More Trip! October 14-18, 2024 Trip is limited to 20 people. First come, first served with WHS members being given priority. To reserve your place a deposit of $1,600 per person is required. Your reservation is confirmed when your deposit check is received. Checks made payable to the Wilcox Historical Society. … Continue reading WHS Travel Presents
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
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
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
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Summer 2022
Dear Historical Society Members, I hope you are enjoying the summer with family and friends while trying to beat the heat! It was wonderful to see many of you recently at yet another fantastic Harvest Arts Concert at the Female Institute. I truly believe it was the best of the four. There is so much … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Summer 2022
Tour of Homes 2023
The Tour of Homes will be held Saturday, March 25, 2023 from 10 am - 5 pm and will feature ten homes, two churches and other historic sites in Pine Apple! The homes featured this year include Oak Hall - the Purifoy-Melton-Norred home, c. 1840, moved to Pine Apple in 1937, Hawthorne House, c. 1852 … Continue reading Tour of Homes 2023
Raise the Bell
The Restoration of the Wilcox Female Institute
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
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