Callaway Characters
The Kingdom of Callaway Historical Society is excited to announce its upcoming Annual Meeting on Sunday, April 16, 2023, and program titled “Callaway Characters.” The event will feature the stories of four fascinating characters, with one told through a narrative and three portrayed by performers.
Miss Willie, Hugh P. Williamson, Jesse James, and Eliza Harper Haycraft are the four individuals whose stories will be showcased at the event. Each of them has left a mark on the county’s history, contributing their own unique blend of mystery, dignity, adventure, scandal, flavor, and humor.
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Call for Entries! Our Slate Chalkboards: Remembering Callaway County’s Rural School Houses
Do you have a story to share about Callaway County rural schools? KCHS is compiling stories about Callaway’s rich history of its rural schools. Callaway County had 116 rural schools serving elementary students up until the mid-1950s. We want to hear about all of them!
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It’s October - Time to Archive Your Family’s History!
October is National Family History Month, and we are ready to help put your family’s history and photos into our permanent archives. The Research Center will scan your photos and other documents so family members 150 years from now can learn about their ancestors and see their pictures.
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John Board Century Farm Honored at Callaway Heritage Day
The 2022 Callaway Heritage Day Century Farm honored a farm, a man, a family, and a great heritage. Century Farm recognition began in 1976, and the John Board farm has reached two centuries in the same family, spanning five generations in the family.
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New Learning Opportunity from Kingdom of Callaway Historical Society This Spring
How did quilting connect with the Underground Railroad? What was cooking like for people in Callaway County in the 1800s? Residents of Fulton and Callaway County interested in learning more about local history have a new opportunity from the Kingdom of Callaway Historical Society (KCHS) this spring. KCHS will offer three “Triple L (Lifelong Learning)” workshops from March through May 2022 on a variety of topics with local historical importance.
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Another successful President’s Day Trivia Night for 2022!
The ninth annual Kingdom of Callaway Historical Society President’s Day Trivia Night on Saturday, Feb. 26, 2022, featured the US’s tenth president, John Tyler. Teams had fun answering trivia from various categories, including Snoopy, aviation, Callaway County, and Betty White. Many thanks to our participating teams and sponsors!
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KCHS Events Postponed Due to COVID-19
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, many events for 2020 and early 2021 have been canceled or postponed. We appreciate your understanding during this trying time. Continue to check the KCHS events page updated on future dates.
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You are invited to 2021 Annual Meeting and Awards Presentation
With COVID-19 restrictions relaxing a bit, we invite you to join us for our 2021 Annual Business Meeting. It will be great to see everyone again! Help us honor our award recipients and conduct our annual business.
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