The Red River County Historical Society was founded in 1961 with the purpose of preserving the rich history of Red River County. Since that time, the Society has been instrumental in saving many renowned landmarks, preserving vintage photographs, and leading the way in historical tourism. The Historical Society meets on the first Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m. at the Lennox House at 601 West Broadway in Clarksville.
Since 1980, the Society has hosted its annual Fall Bazaar on the first Saturday in October on the streets surrounding the Red River County Courthouse on North Walnut Street. Funds raised from this annual event help to preserve many historical buildings.
Officers | |||
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President Pam Bryant |
Vice President Val Varley |
Secretary Donna Robinson |
Treasurer Jim Clark |
Directors | |||
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Winifred Bishop | Pam Bryant | Jim Clark | Patsy Dial |
Anne R. Evetts | Teela Hurt | Dianne Peek | Donna Robinson |
Mary Alice Steward | Val Varley | James Vaughan, Jr. | Chrissy Witmer |
Pictures/Points of Interest (click for larger/descriptions)
- Old Jail Museum
- Red River County Courthouse
- Miss Belle’s House
- The Lennox House
- The Lennox House
- The DeMorse House
- The DeMorse House
- The Clarksville Cemetery
- Clarksville Marker
- Clarksville Marker (closer view)
- Home of The Northern Standard