Smithsonian Institute Exhibit
The West Nassau Historical Society was recently awarded a Smithsonian Institute exhibit in collaboration with the Florida Humanities Council.
This a pilot program for the State of Florida as we will get to research, design, program, and exhibit a display on how Food has influenced our local culture. It is an 18-month project, with the exhibition dates being in 2026.
More details to follow as we canvas the county in search of those who have stories to tell about Food and how it is grown, distributed, and consumed.
THANKS…
…to all who helped out with our July 4 table at the NE Florida Fairgrounds
...to all who helped with the Kids summer art classes on July 13. We had 29 kids, a record.
…to all who helped with the Ice Cream Social this past Friday night. Thanks to Joel Pace and his music students.
Dues…
We are an all-volunteer nonprofit and and annual dues are due in January. Journey with us as we explore and discover the rich and diverse tapestry that is the history and culture of Nassau County. Help us document, celebrate and preserve our county's rich and diverse history and culture by renewing or joining today.
Annual dues are: $20 single, $30 family, $100 single lifetime, $150 couple lifetime, plus we have corporate memberships for businesses who want to help us reach our goals. Download a membership form from our web site www.wnhsfl.org.
Don't think of it as dues but as an investment in the future of our past. New members who join in July will receive five free months.
Planning your estate? If you are interested in remembering the West Nassau Historical Society in your estate planning, contact us for details.
Art Class…
If any adult 18+ is interested in taking a Saturday afternoon art class, let us know. We have scheduled the class for Saturday, September 14, from 10a-12n. Email us for an entry form.
Facebook…
Like our Facebook page so you can get the latest happenings and interesting history tidbits.
Own or Wear History…
WE HAVE RRDAY TSHIRTS AND MUGS LEFT OVER, plus RR caps and whistles, for sale. Attend our meeting Thursday, come by our meeting July 25, or contact us if you are wanting to buy some.
UPCOMING EVENTS…
Thursday, July 25. Callahan Train Depot, Meal at 6:30pm and meeting at 7pm. Brief discussion on upcoming projects. Guest Speaker: Clyde Davis on the feuds of Nassau County. Group photo to be taken.
August, TBA - Hilliard video walking tour TBA
Thursday, August 22. Callahan Train Depot, Meal at 6:30pm and meeting at 7pm. Brief discussion on upcoming projects. Guest Speaker: Marge Powell on their travels in the UK on Brit rail.
Thursday, Sept 26, Callahan Train Depot, Meal at 6:30pm and meeting at 7pm. Brief discussion on upcoming projects. Guest Speaker: TBA
Thursday, Oct 24, Callahan Train Depot, Meal at 6:30pm and meeting at 7pm. Brief discussion on upcoming projects. Guest Speaker: Marge Powell on the UK steam engines.
Saturday, November 16, 9a-4p, 8th Ho Ho Hobo Day Festival, Tractor Show and Veterans Appreciation.
Saturday, December 7, parade 11a and craft fair 9a-3p. The West Historical Society will host the 51st Callahan Christmas Parade and Craft Fair.
Again, thanks to everyone for your continuing support of our group and our history.
See you soon. Stay safe.
John Hendricks, President
West Nassau Historical Society
John Hendricks, President,
West Nassau Historical Society
WEST NASSAU HISTORICAL SOCIETY
NEWSLETTER
Hello everyone:
Here we are at the middle of summer and beginning of the Historical Society's 49th year. I would like thank everyone for keeping the West Nassau Historical Society going along and growing strong. As we continue our summer breaks and summer vacations, remember to have fun.
Meanwhile, we will begin to plan our upcoming events and projects so we hope to see you at our next meeting. We have some really interesting speakers scheduled for the next several meetings, so if you are not out of town, come on out to our meetings.
