Living Local History
Dates: March 26 - April 30, 2025
Meets: W from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
Location: Pioneer Park Gardens
Cost: $0.00
Sorry, we are no longer accepting registrations for this course. Please contact our office to find out if it will be rescheduled, or if alternative classes are available.
Please note: this course requires membership in 2024-25 SPRING OLLI UNLIMITED Courses Only-Membership Dues Required or 2024-25 OLLI All-Inclusive (Annual Membership + Unlimited Fall, Winter & Spring Courses) or 2024-25 OLLI All-Inclusive Plus (Annual Membership + Unlimited Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer) or 2025 OLLI SPRING Single Course Only
Local Living History
Coordinator: Charles Mitchell
Wednesdays | 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm | Pioneer Park (approximately 20 minutes from Sunny Slope on Ala. Hwy. 14)
This course offers an interactive exploration of Lee County's history, featuring lectures, walking tours, and hands-on demonstrations at Pioneer Park. Led by Lee County Historical Society members, sessions cover topics such as Creek Indian history, pioneer life, agriculture, industry, wildlife, and entertainment. Participants will engage with historical artifacts, restored buildings, and gardens, gaining a deeper understanding of the region's past. Pioneer Park, maintained by the Lee County Historical Society, serves as a living history museum, preserving and sharing the county's heritage.
Course Schedule:
Date Topic Description & Presenters
March 26 Ancient History & Creek Indians Visit the Barnard-Newell Home and Creek Indian diorama (T. Paglione & Pete Dunaway)
April 2 Pioneer Living (Early 19th Century) Tour the Ruth Speake cabin, one-room schoolhouse, and textile exhibits (Cincy Mask & Ann Whatley)
April 9 Living Off the Land Agricultural development in Alabama (C. C. Mitchell)
April 16 Industrializing Alabama Explore the Taylor-Whatley Farm Tools Exhibit and Village Blacksmith's Shop (Dr. Paul Mask & Dr. Jim Witte)
April 23 Wildlife of Alabama & Firearms Demonstration (Doyle Keasal & C. C. Mitchell)
April 30 Music & Entertainment (D. McCord & guests)
Coordinator: Charles Mitchell
Wednesdays | 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm | Pioneer Park (approximately 20 minutes from Sunny Slope on Ala. Hwy. 14)
This course offers an interactive exploration of Lee County's history, featuring lectures, walking tours, and hands-on demonstrations at Pioneer Park. Led by Lee County Historical Society members, sessions cover topics such as Creek Indian history, pioneer life, agriculture, industry, wildlife, and entertainment. Participants will engage with historical artifacts, restored buildings, and gardens, gaining a deeper understanding of the region's past. Pioneer Park, maintained by the Lee County Historical Society, serves as a living history museum, preserving and sharing the county's heritage.
Course Schedule:
Date Topic Description & Presenters
March 26 Ancient History & Creek Indians Visit the Barnard-Newell Home and Creek Indian diorama (T. Paglione & Pete Dunaway)
April 2 Pioneer Living (Early 19th Century) Tour the Ruth Speake cabin, one-room schoolhouse, and textile exhibits (Cincy Mask & Ann Whatley)
April 9 Living Off the Land Agricultural development in Alabama (C. C. Mitchell)
April 16 Industrializing Alabama Explore the Taylor-Whatley Farm Tools Exhibit and Village Blacksmith's Shop (Dr. Paul Mask & Dr. Jim Witte)
April 23 Wildlife of Alabama & Firearms Demonstration (Doyle Keasal & C. C. Mitchell)
April 30 Music & Entertainment (D. McCord & guests)
| Fee: | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | 9.00 |
Pioneer Park Gardens
6500 Stage RoadLoachapoka, AL
Charles Mitchell
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2025 | Wednesday | 2:30 PM to 4 PM | Pioneer Park Gardens |
| 04/02/2025 | Wednesday | 2:30 PM to 4 PM | Pioneer Park Gardens |
| 04/09/2025 | Wednesday | 2:30 PM to 4 PM | Pioneer Park Gardens |
| 04/16/2025 | Wednesday | 2:30 PM to 4 PM | Pioneer Park Gardens |
| 04/23/2025 | Wednesday | 2:30 PM to 4 PM | Pioneer Park Gardens |
| 04/30/2025 | Wednesday | 2:30 PM to 4 PM | Pioneer Park Gardens |
