Sunday, August 30, 2026 | 2:00 PMFurman Schoolhouse, Furman, Alabama Join the Wilcox Historical Society for our first meeting of the fall as we welcome Laine Berry of Our Restoration Nation as our featured speaker. Laine and her husband, Kevin, have built a following through their work saving and restoring historic homes and sharing the […]

Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Join the Wilcox Historical Society for a special day in Montgomery exploring Alabama history! Our trip will include private tours of the Alabama State Capitol and First White House of the Confederacy, plus special access at the Alabama Department of Archives & History to view artifacts and collections connected to Wilcox […]

In 2026, our nation marks an extraordinary milestone—the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. To commemorate this historic occasion, the Wilcox Historical Society is excited to offer a special five-day journey to Alexandria, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., October 14–18, 2026. This carefully curated experience is designed for those who love history, […]

Wilcox Historical Society Meeting at Liberty Hall Join the Wilcox Historical Society for a special afternoon gathering at historic Liberty Hall on Sunday, May 31 at 2:00 PM. Set beneath the pavilion on the grounds of this remarkable property, we’ll enjoy fellowship and learn about one of Wilcox County’s most meaningful historic sites. Recently recognized […]

The Wilcox Historical Society invites members and friends to join us for a special day trip on January 28th to Demopolis to tour three of Alabama’s most significant historic homes: Gaineswood, Lyon Hall, and Bluff Hall. This guided excursion offers a wonderful opportunity to experience outstanding examples of 19th-century architecture while enjoying fellowship with fellow […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Saturday, April 26, 2025, 7 PM, at the ARP Church in Camden We are thrilled to announce that Hannah Cope Johnson, Principal Harpist of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra in New York City, will be performing a solo concert to benefit the Wilcox Historical Society! This is a rare and extraordinary opportunity to experience one of […]

Exciting news! The Wilcox Historical Society’s 2025 Tour of Homes was recently featured in an interview on WSFA TV with our President, Lance Britt. Tune in to hear more about this highly anticipated event, March 21-22, 2025, in historic Camden, Alabama. This year’s tour promises to be an unforgettable experience, with special guest speakers, Luke and Julie Montagu, the 12th Earl and Countess of […]

Join us for the Wilcox Historical Society’s next meeting on Sunday, February 9, at 2 PM to hear from Dr. Lawrence Krumenaker, author of Nine Days Traveling: Lafayette’s 1825 Alabama Tour. Discover where Lafayette traveled in Alabama, where he didn’t, and why he came in the first place. Dr. Krumenaker’s engaging talk will answer these […]

This event has concluded. Please visit our Events page for upcoming programs. We are thrilled to announce that the 12th Earl and Countess of Sandwich, Luke and Julie Montagu, will be the Guest Speakers at our Tour of Homes, March 21 – 22, 2025. The Montagus will share stories of England’s great houses, including their […]

Christmas Concert in Camden on Saturday, December 21st at 7pm! Behold Your King – a concert of beloved Christmas carols fused with classical and Celtic folk music featuring arrangements by Madeline Cawley played by the Harvest Arts musicians. The concert will be held at the Camden ARP Church at 209 Broad Street. Tickets are $30 […]

Roland Cooper was a prominent and powerful figure in local, county, and state politics having served for two terms as mayor of Camden, was a delegate to the 1952 Democratic National Convention, and was elected to five terms in the senate. During his fifth term, he resigned to accept Gov Wallace’s appointment as Probate Judge […]

Few areas in Alabama possess the cultural heritage and present-day creative vitality of Wilcox County. Art in Wilcox County – Past and Present celebrates over 180 years of cultural expression. Showcasing the expressions of the fine, decorative, applied, and literary arts, this presentation spotlights works created in Wilcox County or collected by patrons of the […]

The Founding Fathers and More Trip! October 14-18, 2024 Trip is limited to 20 people. First come, first served with WHS members being given priority. To reserve your place a deposit of $1,600 per person is required. Your reservation is confirmed when your deposit check is received. Checks made payable to the Wilcox Historical Society. […]

The Tour of Homes will be held Saturday, March 23, 2024 from 10 am – 5 pm and will feature seven homes, two churches and other historic sites in Oak Hill and Camden! Click here for tickets! The homes featured in Oak Hill this year include the Fox-Jones-Mitchell home, c. 1845, Twelve Oaks – the Kennedy-Griffin […]

Classy Christmas Concert in Camden on Saturday, December 16th! The fusion of Christmas and Classical music, featuring arrangements by Madeline Cawley played by the Harvest Arts Chamber Quartet! The concert will be held at the Camden ARP Church at 209 Broad Street. Tickets may be purchased now online. https://www.harvestartsllc.com/…/classy-christmas… Afterwards a reception will be held next […]