Floyd County Historical Society
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Meeting schedule for 2024-2025 posted at FCHSIN.org.
August Meeting (We're back!)
"Restoration of the Division Street School"
Presented by Vic Megenity.
The historic School building was one of the first elementary schools for African-American children. With construction beginning in June 1884, it operated as a school until May 1946. It now serves as a museum and educational facility.
Tuesday, August 27th, 6:30pm
in the Elsa Strassweg Auditorium,
of the Floyd County Public Library
at 180 West Spring Street.
September 2024
"New Albany's Steamboat Industry"
Presented by Kadie Engstrom, Historian, Author, Belle of Louisville, Martha M. Miller, docent Howard Steamboat Museum.
Kadie will trace the history of steamboats, their contribution to national expansion, and their economic impact.
Tuesday, September 24th, 6:30pm
in the Elsa Strassweg Auditorium,
of the Floyd County Public Library
at 180 West Spring Street.
Other Events
Clark's Grant Historical Society
The Thomas Downs House (1809)
Owned by the Clark's Grant Historical Society, 1045 Main Street, Charlestown, Indiana.
The oldest brick house still standing in Charlestown. ...with 2 front doors ...one side for business. The house was used as the Clark county office until the courthouse was built in 1813. The county seat was in Charlestown at the time. Thomas Downs was President Pro-tem of the Indiana Legislative Council from 1809-1811.
call Sue Koetter H: (812)294‑4080; Cell: (502)386‑8885 for more information.
SEPTEMBER MEETING
Chris Dunlap, Vice President of Ancient Kentucke Historical Association (AKHA),
will present "Stewart Family Connections"
Chris has done extensive research into his family and local history. He will present information about the Stewart family and tell of connections to George Rogers Clark, the Downs family, Daniel Boone, Robert L. Stevenson, spys, and other interesting local history.
Monday, September 16th; 7:00 at the Charlestown Public Library: 51 Clark Road; Charlestown, Indiana.
The meeting is open to the public. REFRESHMENTS WILL BE SERVED.
call Sue Koetter H: (812)294‑4080; Cell: (502)386‑8885 for more information.
Friends of Fairview
14th Stories behind the Stones
Fairviews Magnificent Ladies
September 20&21
1&1/2 hour guided tour around the Cemetery
Tickets are $10
www.facebook.com/storiesBehindTheStones www.newalbanyfairview.org
Historical Society of Harrison County
Happy 20th Birthday!
AUGUST MEETING
Tuesday, August 27 - Colored Troops of the Civil War by Bob Bell @ HCCF @ 7:00 pm
Tuesday, September 24 - Reuben Binkley by Cheryl Proctor @ HCCF @ 7:00 pm
Tuesday, October 22 - Mystery of Messamore @ HCCF @ 7:00 pm
For more info/tours contact Historical Society of Harrison County President Karen Schwartz (karengleitz@hotmail.com).
SEPTEMBER MEETING
"Publishing Genealogical Books"
Presented by: Vicky Haralovich & Michele Dutcher, genealogists and authors.
Most of us would like to share our genealogical research. Vicki and Michele will walk us through the collection and organization of data with the object of publishing..
6:30pm Thursday September 5th
in the Elsa Strassweg Auditorium,
of the New Albany-Floyd County Public Library at 180 West Spring Street.
A "meet and mingle" will begin at 6:15pm. Refreshments will be served in the Auditorium!
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