African American History in Henry County Day 2!
Yesterday’s photo was of Joe Dean who came to Henry County after the Civil War. Today’s photo is of a drum corps on the steps of the courthouse. What war was happening at the time?
Yesterday’s photo was of Joe Dean who came to Henry County after the Civil War. Today’s photo is of a drum corps on the steps of the courthouse. What war was happening at the time?
This week, we’ll touch on an integral part of Henry County history, our African American citizens. Can anyone name this man?
Don’t forget that Saturday, November 5, is free admission day at the Museum! We’ll be open from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Get there early for a full tour! Answer for yesterday’s picture:
The picture of the spur from yesterday was used by a Confederate soldier! What would a lady use this tool for?
Yesterday’s picture was of a chalkboard slate. Children didn’t have notebooks and Trapper Keepers in early schoolhouses; they used a chalkboard slate to work out arithmetic problems and practice spelling and handwriting. Today’s picture is a spur. Did a Union soldier wear this or a Confederate soldier? Save
Hope one and all had a spooktacular Halloween! Anyone know what this is? Hint: It was used in schoolhouses!
Yesterday’s drawer and info: Today’s drawer:
Yesterday’s drawer and info: Today’s drawer:
Yesterday’s drawer and info: Today’s drawer:
Yesterday’s drawer and info: Today’s drawer: