Dr. Jamie Brandon gave a great presentation about the recent archaeological digs at Dooley's Ferry (Hempstead County, Arkansas). Our thanks to Larry's Rexall for the donation of a door prize for the October meeting.
The Preservation Society welcomed Butler Center genealogist Rhonda Stewart. She discussed her extensive research on her own family, including Civil War veteran Richard Toombs. Mr. Toombs served in the 3rd Regiment (Infantry) of the USCT. Our thanks to Ms. Stewart for...
The public history forum in Strong (8-16-2103) attracted a good crowd of citizens interested in local history. A lively discussion was held about historic Hillsboro, Strong and the environs of both communities. The SAHF would like to thank our co-host Dorathy Boulden (Barton...
A crowd of around 30 people attended the screening of the MGM Battle of Gettysburg documentary film on Monday 22 July 2013. The 1950's short subject film was nominated for two academy awards in 1955. The film was followed by additional remarks from the SAHF director,...
State Archaeologist Ann Early drew a wonderful crowd of almost 30 patrons at the Monday meeting. She gave an excellent presentation regarding the Caddo Indian nation and its culture, history, etc. We hope that Dr. Early will return again next May! See also the photo in...
Mayhaw Festival -- art contest winners (by age/grade)
8th grade ---
1. Clayton Bolding
2. Annabelle Rogers
3. Airam Sanchez
5-6 Grade ---
1. Tallyn Hughes
2. Trinity Caver
3. Allie Rogers
4th Grade ---
1. Kathryn...
The April Preservation Society meeting attracted a great crowd of over 25 people. Rob Reynolds discussed the impact of technological developments in the last 30 years on the oil drilling industry. The presentation was both entertaining and informative. Many participants noted...
The March 12th Speakers Series program attracted 48 patrons. Our thanks to SouthArk (our co-sponsor) for their assistance. Also our thanks to the speaker, Dr. Ben Johnson and to the Arkansas Humanities Council for their funding and ongoing support. Join us again in the fall for...
The screening of "The Bombing of Germany" was well attended. Included in the event patrons were two World War II veterans: Charles E. Wilson and Harold Hyman. Mr. Wilson served in the Army Air Corp in the European Theatre and Mr. Hyman (also Army Air Corp) served in the Pacific...
Dr. Trey Berry (SAU) gave an insightful lecture on the Dunbar-Hunter Expedition at the January meeting of the Preservation Society. Our thanks to Dr. Berry for taking the time to discuss this early event in Arkansas' history.
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