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Pioneer Day
Gone to Texas Pioneer Day 2007
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See the Winning Entries of the 3-Legged Willie Birthday Card Contest
2006
Archeology Day at the new Berry Springs Park
see the
pictures
check out the neat videos
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Atlatl - A throwing device usually consisting of a stick fitted with a thong or socket to steady the butt of a spear or dart and extend the length it travels. The atlatl is a tool that was used by prehistoric hunters to lengthen the arm, adding a greater mechanical advantage than throwing a spear with one's bare hands, which makes the darts able to fly much faster and with much more force. Archeological evidence suggests that the altatl has been in use for at least 15,000 years. Special thanks to Dr. C. Andrew Hemmings, for giving us the the atlatl demonstration. (these
videos are about 3 megs each so give them a little time to load) |
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THE STORK
TRAVELS THE CHISHOLM TRAIL
There lives at this good day in the city of
Waco, a frail little lady, that has passed her four score
and ten years and four months, to whom belongs the honor of
being the first white woman that went “up the old Chisholm
Trail.” In 1871, Geo. W. Cluck collected a herd of a
thousand steers to take to Abilene, Kansas. Capt. D.
H. Snyder of the same county had a similar herd and these
two herds traveled near each other for protection and mutual
help. |
- see stories how it was in the
old school days
- see CowBoy and CowGirl Links
Kids on tour - click on picture for larger view
The WCHM offers tours with unique hands-on activities for all ages!
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Back Row (L-R): Hadia Yammine, Kirstin Critz, & Leila Yammine Middle Row (L-R): Jacob Critz, Rachel Critz, & Nabil Yammine Front Row: Nicholas Janssen & Caleb Critz |
This building wasn’t always a bank?!
Come see “the pit” to learn about the
museum building’s interesting past.
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Harry Potter Night - click on picture for larger view
| Carrie Jones, summer intern from Baylor University, gave tours to over 500 eager Harry Potter fans on the evening of July 15th, 2005.
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Museum staff used their magic to transform the Farmers State Bank into Gringott’s Bank, the spooky financial institution frequented by characters of the Harry Potter book series.
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Barbara Neil, museum board member, warmly greeted visitors to “Gringott’s Bank”. |
Carrie Jones, tour guide, shown here interacting with Gringott’s visitors
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Summer History Explorer Day at the Museum - click on picture for larger view
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WCHM educational programming coordinator Mickie Ross explains the uses of an important element of the cowboy getup, boots and spurs. |
Explorer Day participants were eager to show their knowledge of cowboy culture. |
Explorer Day participant demonstrating how to rope a steer, or in this case, a chair! |
Ms. Ross showing kids how to make their own cattle brands.
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Fun, hands-on activities are an integral part of WCHM’s educational philosophy. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the excitement next July!! |
see Critter Cam
an on line book
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Janice Jordan Shefelman, A Paradise Called Texas, 1983, Eakin Press, Austin, TX |
| Searching for a better life, Mina and her parents
leave their German fatherland in 1845 and sail to Texas where they
find hardship, tragedy, and adventure. Based on author's ancestors.
Runner-up for Bluebonnet award. |
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