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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 September Meeting – Art in Wilcox County – Past and Present

Few areas in Alabama possess the cultural heritage and present-day creative vitality of Wilcox County. Art in Wilcox County – Past and Present celebrates over 180 years of cultural expression. Showcasing the expressions of the fine, decorative, applied, and literary arts, this presentation spotlights works created in Wilcox County or collected by patrons of the … Continue reading WHS September Meeting – Art in Wilcox County – Past and Present →

Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Summer 2024

Dear WHS Members,  Happy 4th of July! I hope you celebrated Independence Day with your family and friends. We have a lot to celebrate my friends as well. After three years of planning, fund-raising, and hard work, we are ready to begin the Female Institute’s Restoration!  Thanks to the success of our Tour of Homes, … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Summer 2024 →

Harvest Arts Hymn Tour to Camden

Harvest Arts Hymn Tour! The concert will feature all original arrangements by Madeline Cawley of beloved hymns fused with classical music. Harvest Arts is partnering with churches and groups across the country to bring the beauty of music and the gospel. We look forward to hosting a beautiful night of classical music in Camden on … Continue reading Harvest Arts Hymn Tour to Camden →

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 →

Harvest Arts Hymn Tour to Camden

Harvest Arts Hymn Tour! The concert will feature all original arrangements by Madeline Cawley of beloved hymns fused with classical music. Harvest Arts is partnering with churches and groups across the country to bring the beauty of music and the gospel. We look forward to hosting a beautiful afternoon of classical music in Camden on … Continue reading Harvest Arts Hymn Tour to Camden →

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 →