HCHS meets July 27

By submitted, 07/19/21 2:12 PM

HOPE – One of the early settled areas of Hempstead County was around the Columbus community located in the northwest section of the county. Some of the earliest European settlers settled in the area in the 1810s. Come learn about some of the early settlers of Columbus area and Mound Prairie at the Hempstead County Historical Society on Tuesday evening July 27, 2021 at the Presbyterian Church in Washington, Arkansas at 7pm. Everyone is welcome. The guest speaker for the evening will be the Southwest Arkansas Regional Archives Archival Manager, Melissa Nesbitt.

The Historical Society seeks to bring awareness to the rich heritage and history of Hempstead County. Come and share your history with us.

If you have any questions concerning the event itself call 870-703-8256 or email hempsteadhistory@gmail.com.