In recent weeks Dallas Historical Society Board Chair Veletta Lill and Executive Director Karl Chaio have been anticipating the official debut of the $14.4M restoration of the organization’s home base at Fair Park's Hall of State. But last Wednesday afternoon when Texas was deep freezing it, those plans took a turn when “staff was notified by our monitoring company … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Society’s Recently Renovated Hall Of State Sustains Major Water Damage Due To 2021 Blizzard
Karl Chiao
MySweetEssential: Dallas Historical Society
According to Dallas Historical Society Executive Director Karl Chiao, The Dallas Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, collection, and exhibition of Dallas and Texas history to educate and inspire present and future generations. Formed in 1922, the Dallas Historical Society is committed to preserving the history of the region and … [Read more...] about MySweetEssential: Dallas Historical Society
Awards For Excellence Luncheon Recognized Those Embracing The Importance Of The Past
The Dallas Historical Society adjusted its annual Awards For Excellence Luncheon at the Fairmont on Thursday, November 21, to streamline the presentation of the Dallas History Makers. Gone was the VIP reception. Instead, the awardees were part of the pre-luncheon reception in the lobby outside the Regency Ballroom with portraits of the recipients by Holt Haynsworth. Looking … [Read more...] about Awards For Excellence Luncheon Recognized Those Embracing The Importance Of The Past
Dallas Historical Groups Honor Lindalyn Adams With Her Portrait At Old Red Courthouse
If Dallas has a sweetheart, it’s Lindalyn Adams. And while, as one person said, she may not have been a native Dallasite, she got here as fast as possible. And in Lindalyn's case, she was three months old when her folks brought her to Big D. But from that time on she has been on a mission to celebrate and protect Dallas’ legacy. On Wednesday, September 11, more than 100 … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Groups Honor Lindalyn Adams With Her Portrait At Old Red Courthouse
JUST IN: Dallas Historical Society’s 2019 Awards For Excellence Recipients Announced
Despite a full plate of activities including arrangements for its 100th anniversary celebration in three years and the current renovation of the Hall of State, the Dallas Historical Society team has lined up the 2019 Award For Excellence recipients. The class of 2019 will be include the following: Arts Leadership - Joan Davidow, supporter of local … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Dallas Historical Society’s 2019 Awards For Excellence Recipients Announced
The Dallas Historical Society Recalls The Roosevelt Family ‘From Hyde Park To Fair Park’
Pierce Allman was one of about 200 attendees at an art exhibition and panel discussion on Thursday, March 21, at Fair Park's Hall of State that focused on First Lady Eleanor and President Franklin D. Roosevelt. But Pierce may have been one of the few guests there who recalled listening to FDR's voice in real time. "I remember hearing him speak on the radio when I was … [Read more...] about The Dallas Historical Society Recalls The Roosevelt Family ‘From Hyde Park To Fair Park’
Awards Of Excellence Toasted Dallas’ Current Standouts As Well As Making A Historic Selfie
Louise Caldwell is an old pro when it comes to preparing for a fundraiser. On Thursday, November 1, she proved that as guests started arriving at The Fairmont Dallas for the Dallas Historical Society’s 2018 Awards for Excellence in Community Service Luncheon. Earlier in the day some called with a last minute request for a table. No problem. Louise had a table in reserve just … [Read more...] about Awards Of Excellence Toasted Dallas’ Current Standouts As Well As Making A Historic Selfie
2018 Award Of Excellence In Community Service Recipients Were Honored With A Patron Reception
The rain took the day off on Thursday, October 18, so naturally the fundraisers took full advantage of the opportunity. While Lisa and Clay Cooley’s complex played host to Hope Supply’s 4th annual fundraiser and a well-known couple opened their digs near Klyde Warren Park for fall cocktails (translation: a get-together for a local politico), the Dallas Historical Society … [Read more...] about 2018 Award Of Excellence In Community Service Recipients Were Honored With A Patron Reception
Molly Bogen Is The Kevin Bacon Of Six Degrees Of Separation For Nonprofit Executive Changes
Talk about six degrees of separation in North Texas nonprofit corner offices, and Molly Bogen is the common thread. Where to start? At the beginning, of course! When Molly retired as CEO of The Senior Source after more than 40 years, Cortney Nicolato took over the reins of the operation back in January 2016. But it seems that Cortney’s stay turned out to be a bit shorter … [Read more...] about Molly Bogen Is The Kevin Bacon Of Six Degrees Of Separation For Nonprofit Executive Changes