2007 Programs

These events are history now, but we'll leave this information so you can get an idea of the type of programs we offer each year.

Dr. Mary Sykes will present our program using historic photos donated to the Lancaster Library by LHS and various individuals.  Dr. Sykes is a fifth-generation resident of Lancaster, descended from one of Lancaster's founding families  She is an expert on local history and is largely responsible for the local history curriculum presented in Lancaster schools.

LHS Secretary Carol Strain-Burk had planned a great program for this meeting, but our speaker broke his leg and was hospitalized just days before our meeting.  Rather than cancel the meeting, we went forward and used the time to allow OktoberFest co-chair Lynnette Taff to report on the committee's progress.

Teri Wilson of Lancaster ISD will uncover the history of schooling for African American students in Lancaster and Dallas County in the late 1800s until 1963.  We'll learn about the tradition and history of early schooling at Rocky Crest and the schools which preceded it.  LISD is providing a bus so we can take a driving tour to visit Rocky Crest and other places that played an important role in this part of our history.

Refreshments will be served at 3:30 PM, and will include samples of the food and beverages that will be offered at OktoberFest.  The bus will start loading at 4:00 PM, so don't be late or you'll miss the tour.

After our program, VP Dee Hinkle will report on a new undertaking - the Historic Home of the Month designation.  And we'll also vote on possible amendments to our Bylaws.  

The program is sure to be lively, and the business to be discussed is important, so please make a point of joining us for this meeting.

Winn Morton, author of a new book entitled "Winniford Gold", will review this historical and colorful story about the Winniford Family and their contributions to our state and local history.  Mr. Morton, former president of the Lancaster Historical Society and owner of Winn Morton Designs, is a nationally recognized designer of sets and costumes for Broadway, television, national entertainment venues, and regional and local arts and social events.

Our meeting will be held at Deerwood Farm, a Texas landmark and Winniford Family home.  Deerwood Farm is located at 1921 Nokomis Road in Lancaster.  Click here to get directions from your location.