Programs (click here for list)
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Join us for our continuing series of programs on "Neenah Notables": Neenah's sons and daughters (both well-known and little-known) who have had significant impacts on the world of the arts, sciences, and commerce.
Wednesday, FEBRUARY 15:
"Neenah Notable:" African-American Poet Effie Waller Smith
Effie Waller Smith (1879-1960) was born in Tennessee to ex-slave parents, but lived for many years in Neenah. She is buried in Oakhill Cemetery. Her published output consisted of three volumes of poetry: Songs Of the Month (1904), Rhymes From the Cumberland (1904), and Rosemary and Pansies (1909). Her poetry also appeared in the publication, Harper's Weekly, as well as in various regional newspapers.
The program will be presented by Neenah Historical Society president and Smith's former neighbor, JoEllen Wollangk. The program will be held in the Shattuck Room at the Neenah Public Library, starting at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, March 21:
SPECIAL PROGRAM -- Details to be announced
The program will be held in the Shattuck Room at the Neenah Public Library, starting at 7 p.m.
THURSDAY, April 19:
Heirloom plants and gardening
Jerry Robak and the Winnebago Master Gardeners will discuss gardens and plants front he Victorian era. The program will be held in the Shattuck Room at the Neenah Public Library, starting at 7 p.m.
"Neenah Notables" programs are co-sponsored by the Neenah Public Library and the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, and are supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Humanities Council, with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the State of Wisconsin. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this project do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
CONTINUING EXHIBIT:
Our exhibit on the Native Americans and early pioneers in the Neenah area is on display in the south hallway of the first floor of Neenah's City Hall. The lobby is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 4:30 p.m.; and Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Join us for our continuing series of programs on "Neenah Notables": Neenah's sons and daughters (both well-known and little-known) who have had significant impacts on the world of the arts, sciences, and commerce.
Wednesday, FEBRUARY 15:
"Neenah Notable:" African-American Poet Effie Waller Smith
Effie Waller Smith (1879-1960) was born in Tennessee to ex-slave parents, but lived for many years in Neenah. She is buried in Oakhill Cemetery. Her published output consisted of three volumes of poetry: Songs Of the Month (1904), Rhymes From the Cumberland (1904), and Rosemary and Pansies (1909). Her poetry also appeared in the publication, Harper's Weekly, as well as in various regional newspapers.
The program will be presented by Neenah Historical Society president and Smith's former neighbor, JoEllen Wollangk. The program will be held in the Shattuck Room at the Neenah Public Library, starting at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, March 21:
SPECIAL PROGRAM -- Details to be announced
The program will be held in the Shattuck Room at the Neenah Public Library, starting at 7 p.m.
THURSDAY, April 19:
Heirloom plants and gardening
Jerry Robak and the Winnebago Master Gardeners will discuss gardens and plants front he Victorian era. The program will be held in the Shattuck Room at the Neenah Public Library, starting at 7 p.m.
"Neenah Notables" programs are co-sponsored by the Neenah Public Library and the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, and are supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Humanities Council, with funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities and the State of Wisconsin. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this project do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
CONTINUING EXHIBIT:
Our exhibit on the Native Americans and early pioneers in the Neenah area is on display in the south hallway of the first floor of Neenah's City Hall. The lobby is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 4:30 p.m.; and Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Country Fair
Join us for the 4th annual OLD FASHIONED COUNTRY FAIR on Saturday, October 6, 2012, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Open Houses
The Octagon House Museum is open by appointment during the winter. Please call us at 920 729-0244 if you'd like to visit.
Cemetery Walk
Mark your calendar for our annual Cemetery Walk on Thursday, July 19, 2012 at Oakhill Cemetery.