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Incorporated in June of 2003, Collinsville
Historic Association is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to
increase and disseminate ahistorical knowledge of Collinsville, to
preserve the Town's cultural heritage, and to cooperate with local
government to promote historic preservation.
The Historic Association includes members of a very diverse background who
are committed to the preservation of a most valuable resource - our
heritage!
The Association proudly endorses the designation of historic districts in
the downtown and South Valley Avenue areas.
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One current project of the
Historic Association is restoration of the Collinsville "Town
Clock" which has long been a symbol and trademark
of Collinsville ~ the fate of the Seth Thomas clock that once sat
atop the Cricket Theatre, is no longer in jeopardy. In
cooperation with the Town, CHA was instrumental in finding help in
the form of a qualified restorer of classic time pieces. The clock
has recently undergone a total restoration to its original condition and
is currently on display at the Town Hall. |
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Association Officers
| President |
Brenda Turbyfil |
| Vice President |
Martha Barksdale |
| Secretary |
Sharon Dutton |
| Treasurer |
Ramona & Bob Guthrie |
Trustees
Peggy
Wright, David Ryan, Ronnie Osborn,
Bobby Elrod, Mabel M. Moore, Bo Newsome, Karen Roberts |
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Collinsville Historic
Association is also proud to be the sponsor and organizer of the
annual Turkey Day Celebration. The time honored event seemed
on the verge of fading into history until its rescue and
expansion by the membership of CHA. This year the event is
on Saturday, November 13 and will once again present the
opportunity for a day of fun for the entire family. For more
information about activities and vendor requirements, call
524-4440 or email CHA. |
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The Association is in the process of completing:
- A
quarterly newsletter containing historical information about
Collinsville and updates of current projects and town events ~
You may contribute information to the newsletter by mailing to Martha
Barksdale, P.O. Box 335, Collinsville, AL 35961; by calling
256-524-2871; or, by email.
- A survey and the documentation necessary to nominate
Collinsville for the National Registry of Historic Places.
- A
historical cookbook from ladies of Collinsville in 1900.
- A
pictorial history book.
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Contact
Information
Collinsville
Historic Association
P.O. Box 849
Collinsville, AL 35961
Brenda
Turbyfill, President e-mail
256-524-4440 |
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