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WHS 2026 Tour of Homes Guest Speaker Announcement

We are thrilled to announce that our Guest Speaker for the 2026 Wilcox Historical Society’s Tour of Homes in historic Furman, Alabama, is Mr. Charlie Hurt, opinion editor of The Washington Times and co-host of Fox & Friends Weekend.  His presentation will focus on our nation’s Founding Fathers and early American history, followed by a question-and-answer session. After hearing him speak … Continue reading WHS 2026 Tour of Homes Guest Speaker Announcement →

Wilcox Historical Society 2026 Tour of Homes

The Wilcox Historical Society is pleased to announce that our 2026 Tour of Homes will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This year’s tour will showcase historic homes and significant sites in the charming community of Furman, Alabama. Tickets NOW available on Eventbrite.com! Join us for a fascinating … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society 2026 Tour of Homes →

Christmas Party at Greenleaves 🎄

The Wilcox Historical Society will host its Annual Christmas Party on Sunday, December 7, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., at the beautiful and historic Greenleaves home in Pine Apple, Alabama. Each December, members and guests of the Society gather to celebrate the season in one of Wilcox County’s treasured historic homes. This year’s celebration at … Continue reading Christmas Party at Greenleaves 🎄 →

Jo Bonner: There Must Be Something in the Water

The Wilcox Historical Society is honored to welcome Jo Bonner, President of the University of South Alabama, as our November speaker. His engaging talk, “There Must Be Something in the Water,” promises insight, humor, and inspiration drawn from his years of leadership and his roots right here in Camden, Alabama. President Bonner has been a … Continue reading Jo Bonner: There Must Be Something in the Water →

A Conversation with Alabama Heritage – October 5 in Camden

We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming meeting of the Wilcox Historical Society: 📖 A Conversation with Alabama Heritage Magazine🗓 Sunday, October 5, at 2:00 p.m.📍 Camden ARP Church, 209 Broad Street, Camden Our special guest will be Susan E. Reynolds, PhD, editor of Alabama Heritage. A native Alabamian, Susan has been with … Continue reading A Conversation with Alabama Heritage – October 5 in Camden →

Wilcox Historical Society’s Tour of Homes Named “Best of Bama” for Third Time

The Wilcox Historical Society has once again received statewide recognition as its annual Tour of Homes was named Best of Bama Heritage Tour in Alabama Magazine’s 2025 “Best of Bama” awards. This marks the third time the Society has received the honor, solidifying the event’s place among Alabama’s top heritage and tourism experiences. Each year, the Tour of Homes brings … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society’s Tour of Homes Named “Best of Bama” for Third Time →

Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Winter 2025

Dear WHS Members, We are less than a month from our tour! This, our busiest time of year, is also our most exciting. Our tour brings hundreds of people to our county, raising tens of thousands of dollars while leaving our guests with an incredibly positive impression of Wilcox County. We have already sold over … Continue reading Wilcox Historical Society Newsletter – Winter 2025 →

WHS Selected as Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month for June!

We are honored to be named Business of the Month for June 2025 by the Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce! Since our founding in the 1970s, the Wilcox Historical Society has been committed to preserving the rich history of Wilcox County, beginning with our cornerstone project, the restoration of the Wilcox Female Institute in Camden. … Continue reading WHS Selected as Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month for June! →

WHS T-Shirts Now Available!

We’re excited to offer our brand-new Wilcox Historical Society t-shirts, now available for purchase! These beautiful shirts feature six of Wilcox County’s most historic and iconic homes — a perfect way to celebrate and support our local history. Shirts are available in sizes S through 3X and are priced at $25 each, plus $8 shipping … Continue reading WHS T-Shirts Now Available! →