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
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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
Alabama Historical Association Fall Pilgrimage in Camden
The Alabama Historical Association is meeting in Camden on October 27, 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
Early Wilcox County History
Wilcox County was created by the Alabama Legislature December 13, 1819...
Homes of the River’s Bend Tour
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 … Continue reading Homes of the River’s Bend Tour
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
Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Winter 2005
Spring Meeting to Feature Program by Mrs. Camilla Selsor The next meeting of the Wilcox Historical Society will be held Friday, April 22, 2005 at 3:00 P.M. at the home of Pie and Billy Malone located at 425 Clifton Street in Camden. Mrs. Camilla Boykin Jones Selsor will present a program of “historic recollections” from her … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Winter 2005
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