CLAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

HENRIETTA, TX

Christmas 1958 Outdoor Decoration My childhood home in Wichita Falls, Texas, decorated for Christmas 1958. The snowman was made by my parents. My mom traced it on plywood, and my dad cut it. Then my mom painted it and added glitter. That's me touching the snowman's hand. As you can tell by the picture, generally we didn't have a white Christmas.
Christmas 1958 Outdoor Decoration Credit: Stabbur's Master

The Clay County Historical Society Inc is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to preserving the history of Clay County, Texas. The society was established in 1963 and operates out of a historic building in Henrietta, Texas. The society's mission is to collect, preserve, and share the history of the county through various programs and events.

The society houses an extensive collection of artifacts, photographs, documents, and books related to the history of Clay County. Visitors can explore the museum and learn about the people, places, and events that have shaped the county over the years. The museum also features exhibits on local industries, such as ranching and oil production.

In addition to its museum, the Clay County Historical Society Inc offers a variety of programs and events throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and tours of historic sites in the county. The society also publishes a quarterly newsletter that highlights the latest news and events related to the history of Clay County.

Overall, the Clay County Historical Society Inc is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning about the history of this region of Texas. Its dedicated staff and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that the county's rich history is preserved for future generations to enjoy.

CLAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in HENRIETTA TX. US MID #8404801512

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

Christmas 1958 Outdoor Decoration My childhood home in Wichita Falls, Texas, decorated for Christmas 1958. The snowman was made by my parents. My mom traced it on plywood, and my dad cut it. Then my mom painted it and added glitter. That's me touching the snowman's hand. As you can tell by the picture, generally we didn't have a white Christmas.
Christmas 1958 Outdoor Decoration My childhood home in Wichita Falls, Texas, decorated for Christmas 1958. The snowman was made by my parents. My mom traced it on plywood, and my dad cut it. Then my mom painted it and added glitter. My sister, Diane, is the girl in the red standing by the snowman. As you can tell by the picture, generally we didn't have a white Christmas.
1950's Kids Playing on our swing set in our backyard in Wichita Falls, Texas. I'm in the middle, my sister, Diane, is on the left, and my brother, Al, is on the right. The photo was taken about 1955.
1951 Brothers This is my brother, Al, (left) and me in our backyard in Wichita Falls, Texas. The photo was probably taken in 1951.
1951 Brothers These pictures were taken during the summer of 1951 in my backyard in Wichita Falls, Texas. My brother, Al, and me.
Clay County Courthouse (Henrietta, Texas) Historic 1884 Clay County Courthouse in Henrietta, Texas. Modifications in 1911 included removing the original mansard roof and central tower and installing the current octagonal domed cupola. The courthouse was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1962. The courthouse and the 1890 county jail were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 (NRHP No. 78002904 as the Clay County Courthouse and Jail). The courthouse and jail were also designated as a State Antiquities Landmark in 1981.
Clay County Courthouse (Henrietta, Texas) Historic 1884 Clay County Courthouse in Henrietta, Texas. Modifications in 1911 included removing the original mansard roof and central tower and installing the current octagonal domed cupola. The courthouse was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1962. The courthouse and the 1890 county jail were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 (NRHP No. 78002904 as the Clay County Courthouse and Jail). The courthouse and jail were also designated as a State Antiquities Landmark in 1981.
Clay County Courthouse (Henrietta, Texas) Historic 1884 Clay County Courthouse in Henrietta, Texas. Modifications in 1911 included removing the original mansard roof and central tower and installing the current octagonal domed cupola. The courthouse was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1962. The courthouse and the 1890 county jail were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 (NRHP No. 78002904 as the Clay County Courthouse and Jail). The courthouse and jail were also designated as a State Antiquities Landmark in 1981.
Clay County Courthouse (Henrietta, Texas) Historic 1884 Clay County Courthouse in Henrietta, Texas. Modifications in 1911 included removing the original mansard roof and central tower and installing the current octagonal domed cupola. The courthouse was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1962. The courthouse and the 1890 county jail were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 (NRHP No. 78002904 as the Clay County Courthouse and Jail). The courthouse and jail were also designated as a State Antiquities Landmark in 1981.
Clay County Courthouse (Henrietta, Texas) Historic 1884 Clay County Courthouse in Henrietta, Texas. Modifications in 1911 included removing the original mansard roof and central tower and installing the current octagonal domed cupola. The courthouse was designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1962. The courthouse and the 1890 county jail were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 (NRHP No. 78002904 as the Clay County Courthouse and Jail). The courthouse and jail were also designated as a State Antiquities Landmark in 1981.
Old Clay County Jail (Henrietta, Texas) Historic Clay County Jail in Henrietta, Texas. It was constructed in 1890 and used as a jail until 1973. The jail and 1884 county courthouse were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 (NRHP No. 78002904 as the Clay County Courthouse and Jail). The jail and courthouse were also designated as a State Antiquities Landmark in 1981. The jail was also designated as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1986.
Old Clay County Jail (Henrietta, Texas) Historical marker for the 1890 Clay County Jail in Henrietta, Texas. The plaque states: Constructed in 1890 by the Pauly Jail Building and Manufacturing Company of St. Louis, Missouri, this is Clay County's third jail building. Construction of the jail included adjacent living quarters for law officers and their families. Stuccoed in 1929, the two story brick structure, with stone foundation and sills, boasts details of corbelled brick, rusticated stone, and pressed metal. Official use of the building was discontinued in 1973. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1986

Contact CLAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC

CLAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
PO BOX 483
HENRIETTA
TX
76365

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MID # 8404801512
Name CLAY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY INC
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 751785187
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201309
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 33.787694, -98.199685
CODES FIPS State Code: 48
FIPS County Code: 077
US Census Tract: 030302
US Census Block: 3035