Dr. Robin Hanson is conducting a Cemetery Restoration workshop June 22 at 10 a.m. at Richardson Cemetery. Wear comfortable clothes and work gloves as this is a “hands-on” workshop. Dr. Hanson will discuss and demonstrate proper techniques for both reading and repairing historic tombstones.
RSVP to 314-884-8018.
Check out our new full story of Richardson Cemetery, and the new findings and researchers. Follow the link, or find it under the History heading in the menu.
Once again, we are pleased to participate in the Ruby Tuesday Community Giveback Program, on June 17, 18, and 19th. Present the coupon to your server, and the Arnold Historical Society and Museum will earn 20% of your bill.
This is a GREAT opportunity to support the AHS and the museum, AND have a fun evening of great food with friends or family.
Click below to display the flyer, and then print it and present it to your server.
The AHS thanks you!!!
The wedding and other antique dresses and veils are now ready for your visit! In addition to the 10 wedding dresses, we’ve also added a flower girl dress from 1910.
We’re now open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday for visitors. We’d love to share these great examples of styles through history with you. A great exhibit for mother-daughters and father-daughters.
More information about the exhibit is here.
Remember that this is a special exhibit, so we are asking $5 from each visitor, and we’ve added a 50/50 raffle. $1.00 per ticket, or 6 for $5.00.
Carola’s dress is from the 90′s
We’re confirmed again for April 8, 9, and 10 at the Ruby Tuesday in Arnold.
Print the flyer, pop by for dinner, and the Arnold Historical Society gets 20% of the proceeds!
Help support your local museum.
The flyer and more info about the program is on our Upcoming Events page.
We’ve acquired a few more dresses for our exhibit. Check out the photos here, and then stop by the museum to see the beautiful details close up. Check out how necklines, veils, fabrics, bead work, and lace changed as time moved on.
Wedding Dresses thru the Decades will be featured in the Arnold Room in May. The oldest dress we have is from 1923, and the newest is from 2010. The dresses reflect changing styles through the decades, including flapper style, shorter veils, trains and no trains. A photo of the dress and headpiece during its original ceremony will be displayed with the dress.
May is the month when the museum is open Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays, from noon to four, so be sure and stop by to visit us. On Saturdays, we’ll have punch and cookies as well.
Pam’s dress is from the 70′s
Melanie’s dress is from the 80′s
Carola’s dress is from the 90′s
Wedding Dresses thru the Decades will be featured in the Arnold Room in May. The oldest dress we have is from 1923, and the newest is from 2010. The dresses reflect changing styles through the decades, including flapper style, shorter veils, trains and no trains. A photo of the dress and headpiece during its original ceremony will be displayed with the dress.
May is the month when the museum is open Thursday, Friday, and Saturdays, from noon to four, so be sure and stop by to visit us. On Saturdays, we’ll have punch and cookies as well.
Tiger Scouts at the Flag Folding
The ‘Folding the Flag’ presentation on Monday night, January 7th, was a great success, with a large crowd of adults, and a Tiger Scout troop in attendance.
In the photo: Tiger Scouts are from Pack 450, Den 5, out of Lonedell School. In the back are from l to r: Mike Evans, President; Rev. Carlton Norton; Bugler Jack Poitras; Rich Hartsook and Paul Poitras, flag folders; and Bernie Wilde, Treasurer of the Arnold Historical Society.
Ever wonder how to properly fold the flag, and why the ceremony is the way it is? On January 7th, Paul Poitras and Rich Hartsook will fold the flag as Rev. Carlton Norton explains what each step signifies. Afterward, Paul’s brother, Jack, will play Taps. Consider bringing your kids to teach them the significance of this ritual and our flag.
The presentation begins at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the new museum, at 1723 Jeffco Blvd. Monthly meeting will follow. Everyone welcome.
