Step into the past and experience the story of America’s fight for independence like never before! This January, the Southlake Town Hall lobby will host the American Revolution Experience, an immersive history exhibit that brings the birth of our nation to life.
Proudly presented by the Captain Molly Corbin Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), this innovative pop-up exhibit offers a fresh take on the Revolutionary War through engaging storytelling, vibrant illustrations, and state-of-the-art digital kiosks. From January 13-18, 2025, visitors will have the opportunity to connect with the heroes, events, and ideals that shaped the foundation of the United States right in the heart of Southlake.
To kick off this historic week, the Daughters of the American Revolution invite the community to a public exhibit reception on Sunday, January 12, at 4:00 PM in the Southlake Town Hall lobby. Attendees will have an exclusive preview of the exhibit while enjoying refreshments and learning more about the DAR’s mission to preserve America’s heritage.
As we count down to the nation’s 250th birthday—our Semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026—this exhibit is an inspiring reminder of the courage and vision that built America. Whether you’re a history buff, a student, or curious to learn more, this free exhibit invites you to make history part of your new year.
Exhibit Details:
When: January 13-18, 2025
Where: Lobby of Southlake Town Hall, 1400 Main Street
Hours: Open during Southlake Public Library hours
Make plans to visit the American Revolution Experience and join the January 12 reception to let history inspire your future! Learn more about The Captain Molly Corbin Chapter of the DAR here.
Oktoberfest is right around the corner! Before you dawn your Dirndls and Lederhosen, join Southlake Sister Cities and guest speaker, Dr. Cindy K. Renker, to learn more about German culture and life behind the Iron Curtain.
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 11 at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall 3rd Floor Meeting Rooms. There’s more to Germany than pretzels and beer! Southlake Sister Cities invites you to listen to UNT Senior Lecturer and German Program Coordinator, Dr. Renker speak about her experiences growing up in East Germany.
Dr. Renker was born and grew up in East Germany. She currently lives in McKinney and teaches German Language, literature, and film, and is a fellow for the Israeli Studies Program at the University of North Texas. Her work focuses on German fairy tales and legends, German-Jewish poets, Holocaust films, and German women writers from the 18th and 19th centuries. She also writes and publishes novels about the Cold War, WWII, and the Holocaust under her pen name C. K. McAdam. Her novel, No Man’s Land was published in September of this year, and her next book will come out in February 2023.
Traditional German food will be available for attendees to sample. Don’t miss out on this fun, educational, and free event for the Southlake Community!
Southlake Sister Cities promotes peace through cultural education and understanding. Learn more about their mission here.
Oktoberfest is right around the corner! Before you dawn your Dirndls and Lederhosen, join Southlake Sister Cities and guest speaker, Dr. Cindy K. Renker, to learn more about German culture and life behind the Iron Curtain.
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, October 11 at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall 3rd Floor Meeting Rooms. There’s more to Germany than pretzels and beer! Southlake Sister Cities invites you to listen to UNT Senior Lecturer and German Program Coordinator, Dr. Renker speak about her experiences growing up in East Germany.
Dr. Renker was born and grew up in East Germany. She currently lives in McKinney and teaches German Language, literature, and film, and is a fellow for the Israeli Studies Program at the University of North Texas. Her work focuses on German fairy tales and legends, German-Jewish poets, Holocaust films, and German women writers from the 18th and 19th centuries. She also writes and publishes novels about the Cold War, WWII, and the Holocaust under her pen name C. K. McAdam. Her novel, No Man’s Land was published in September of this year, and her next book will come out in February 2023.
Traditional German food will be available for attendees to sample. Don’t miss out on this fun, educational, and free event for the Southlake Community!
Southlake Sister Cities promotes peace through cultural education and understanding. Learn more about their mission here.
February is Black History Month. It’s a time to recognize and celebrate the achievements of African Americans in local communities and throughout the U.S.
If you are looking for a way to celebrate Black History Month this year, then look no further than the Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve. The Southlake Historical Society’s Bob & Almeady Chisum Jones: A True Story of Resilience, Courage & Success exhibit is displayed in the nature center lobby. Discover Bob Jones, his family, and their impact on Southlake.
The exhibit does a fabulous job of detailing the life and achievements of the man whose name is on Southlake’s largest park, a road, and the city’s nature center and preserve. Learn more about the Jones family and the legacy they left in Southlake through this exhibit which recently won the American Association for State and Local History's Award of Excellence.
If you don’t have time to make it to the Nature Center this month, fret not! You can experience this exhibit virtually on the Southlake Historical Society’s website.
We hope to see you at the Nature Center!
