Ever wonder about the women behind the most powerful men in our country’s history? They all have their stories to tell and deserve to be remembered. This presentation provides a background and interesting stories pertaining to America’s First Ladies. Emilie Land is a historian who works for the state in trying to preserve our cultural resources.
Don Schacher will be presenting pertinent information on numerous topics ranging from conservation to endangered species; land and water sports and safety reminders. Schnacher will also be taking questions from our audience!!
Archaeologists from the University of Pennsylvania will discuss new excavations and discoveries at the Hawkins Hollow site, a 14th century Native American homestead located near Valmeyer. Learn more about the Native peoples of the surrounding area, the project’s recent work with the Boy Scouts of America, and the Hawkins Hollow site’s relationship to Cahokia mounds.
Bill Reynolds will be relating several of his real-life military experiences, including emergencies, while flying a F-86D aircraft in the U. S. Airforce during the Cold War in 1958-1959. Over time Reynolds shared many “experiences” with friends who suggested he write a book. These are some of his stories you will hear about! Free copies of his book for guests to take home and read the rest!
This is a diverse program with colorful “Minnie” humor, poetry and famous country songs included. This impressive show will bring back many memories! So, Ladies and Gentleman, grab your hats and enjoy some of the “Minnie Pearl” legendary moments from the Grand Ol’e Opry!
Stephen Walker will present the history of the Lemp family of St. Louis including their once vast brewing empire, their tragic family history and the elegant mansion they left behind. Walker will also share a few of the most notable stories of hauntings in the old mansion! There will be time for questions and Walker will be available for a book-signing.
This family-friendly program will emphasize how the Revolutionary War and the worst volcanic explosion in history motivated the first pioneers to move into Monroe and Randolph. Topics will touch on the 1816’s year without summer, keelboats, Revolutionary War action and a visit by Meriwether Lewis to Waterloo.
“A Visit with Clara Barton” by Barbara Kay, in period dress. Clara Barton was a woman of boundless energy and a deep desire to help those in need. She did everything from starting the first public school in New Jersey to running an independent aid/nursing program during the Civil War to organizing the American Red Cross. The impact of Clara’s 91 years on this earth can still be felt today.
One-room schools were commonplace throughout rural areas of the United States. In the early 20th Century Monroe County had 58 rural public schools and several one room parochial schools. Patton offers a power point presentation about our county’s schools, the students who attended these schools, and the dedicated teachers, often former students themselves that taught in the one-room rural schools.
