Memorabilia of the 60's on display as part of the Bates County Museum's 50th anniversary |
Despite blustery weather many turned out for an informative and entertaining evening in honor of the 50th anniversary of the Bates County Museum last night. Prior to the start of the program, those in attendance were treated to a free tour of the exhibits and a good looksee of the facility itself, as the former poor farm has been tastefully transformed into a showcase for our county's history as the Bates County Museum.
Over the course of the evening, Marketing Director Peggy Buhr highlighted upcoming events and projects for the museum including the Island Mound exhibit with log cabin and conversion of the Wilcox school into a church.
Peggy Buhr served as emcee for the evening |
Also noted are plans to renovate the west wing basement in the museum complex, as it would serve as a prime location for traveling exhibits from the Smithsonian Museum and other revolving exhibits as well.
Buhr also pointed out that many artifacts are still in storage, in need of processing before they are ready for display- adding to the 'to do' list.
It was also revealed that the museum was gifted a surprise memento from Greg Mullinax, who recently purchased the funeral home property at Fort Scott and High streets. Mullinax is donating a lamp post from the property which was in place when Butler switched on the lights and became the first 'electric city' west of the Mississippi. The lamp post will be restored put on display in the near future.
Representative Barney Fisher presents Peggy Buhr with an official Missouri State Blue Book |
She also spoke of upcoming events for the museum, including celebration of the 110th birthday of the Nyhart school building, which will be held on Saturday, May 7th. As part of the celebration, the first 50 children who attend will receive a genuine gold coin. More details on the event will be coming soon.
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A resolution to recognize the Bates County Museum presented to Historical Society President Donna Gregory by Barney Fisher |
The museum officers, board and staff would like to thank everyone for continuing to support the historical society and museum, looking forward to the next 50 years of preserving our local history.
Northern Commissioner Randy Pike and County Commissioner Donna Gregory present a resolution to Jim Fisher |
Barney Fisher, long time supporter of the Bates County Museum |
Historical society board members with Donna Gregory- Jim Fisher, Alan Mundey, Alvin Griffin, Stan Sechrest, Terrie Jessup and Joyce Grainger |
Doug Thompson received a proclamation and an award for his craftsmanship, enthusiasm and hard work on the museum building and displays. |
Leroy Cook spoke of the generosity of Charles and Ed Robertson. A large portion of museum renovation came as a financial gift from the Ed Robertson estate. |
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