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Dallas Historical Society’s Centennial Champagne Reception Toasted 100 Years Of Memories

Jan 31, 2023 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean Leave a Comment

While North Texas newcomers may love the lower taxes and the bargains on estates, they may want to be forewarned that there’s something in the air that can be more irritating than COVID, influenza and RSV rolled into one. It’s that dang seasonal allergy. It was more than evident at the Dallas Historical Society’s Centennial Champagne Reception and Open House on Thursday, … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Society’s Centennial Champagne Reception Toasted 100 Years Of Memories

Hall Of State Glowed Inside And Out For The Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala

Dec 21, 2022 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

The first introduction of the 2022-2023 winter temperatures arrived on North Texas doorsteps before the sun rose on Saturday, November 12. Despite the evening’s cold, the area was burning with fundraising. Operation Kindness’ Canines, Cats and Cabernet Gala was honoring Carol Seay with the Champion for Animals Award and Charles Jones with the Legacy of Kindness Award at the … [Read more...] about Hall Of State Glowed Inside And Out For The Dallas Historical Society Centennial Gala

Dallas Historical Society Debuts Its Alamo Diorama “Texas Liberty Forever!” Masterpiece

Mar 28, 2022 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

It’s a tad bit ironic that Alamo collector Phil Collins played his last concert Saturday night and Tuesday one of his favorite subjects will start a whole new life at the Dallas Historical Society. While Phil has spent decades collecting more than 400 objects associated with the siege of the Alamo, a former barkeep by the name of Thomas J. "Tom" Feely Jr. was literally … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Society Debuts Its Alamo Diorama “Texas Liberty Forever!” Masterpiece

Awards For Excellence Provided A Lesson In Learning From History To Endure “Harsh Winds”

Jan 12, 2022 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

In many ways, the Dallas Historical Society’s 39th Awards For Excellence overcame historic challenges to take place. First, there was the postponement of the original November 2020 date due to the pandemic and the plan to hold an evening event the following February in the DHS’s beautifully renovated home at Fair Park’s Hall of State. Then just a couple of days before the … [Read more...] about Awards For Excellence Provided A Lesson In Learning From History To Endure “Harsh Winds”

Dallas Historical Society’s Awards Of Excellence Patrons Had A Sneak Peak Of The Battle Of The Alamo Diorama

Nov 29, 2021 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

The Dallas Historical Society demonstrated how there are definite advantages to being patrons for the Awards For Excellence Luncheon on Tuesday, October 27, at Fair Park's Hall of State. In addition to congratulating the 2021 honorees, they were given a sneak peak of the 335-square-foot Battle of the Alamo Diorama that won't be open to the public until the spring. Here's a … [Read more...] about Dallas Historical Society’s Awards Of Excellence Patrons Had A Sneak Peak Of The Battle Of The Alamo Diorama

Dallas Historical Society’s Recently Renovated Hall Of State Sustains Major Water Damage Due To 2021 Blizzard

Feb 24, 2021 11:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

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

MySweetEssential: Dallas Historical Society

Aug 5, 2020 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

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

Jan 16, 2020 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

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

Sep 27, 2019 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

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

Jun 3, 2019 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

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’

Apr 10, 2019 9:30 AM by Glenn Hunter

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’

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