Heroes Among Us
March 2023 – March 2024
Heroes Among Us shares the stories of Boone Countians who bravely served in the armed forces overseas as well as first responders who keep our community safe by serving on the frontlines here at home.
View Eventhttps://boonehistory.org/events/heroes-among-us/On My Honor
March 2023 – March 2024
Volunteers lead with their hearts and train the next generation to embrace their unique strengths. Explore the histories of 4-H, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Camp Fire U.S.A., and hear stories about locals who dedicated their lives to helping others unlock their potential.
View Eventhttps://boonehistory.org/events/on-my-honor/Things That Matter: Faith Matters Part II
Join us to hear from real people sharing powerful stories!
Faith Matters – Part II
A Discussion Forum representing different Faiths in our Community.
Panel will include:
Terry Furstenau, Showme Dahrma; Sandy Matsuda, Religious Society of Friends; & Caritas Habimana, representing Christian African Refugees
Family Event: Traveling the Trails
Each spring when the grass was four inches tall pioneers knew they could start their journey west. Stop by to learn about the trails in mid-Missouri, try out items they would have carried in their wagon and hear inspiring stories of how settlers overcame hardships along the journey.
Special guests will join us from trail organizations across the state.
Family Event: Spinning and Weaving
Wool spinning- Learn about the process it takes to turn wool and cotton into clothes. View items used in that process. Then try your hand at carding and spinning wool and cotton. Make a little weaving of your own to take home.
View Eventhttps://boonehistory.org/events/family-event-spinning-and-weaving/Things That Matter: Rachel Brekhus
Join us to hear from real people sharing powerful stories!
Faith Matters – Rachel Brekhus“Dirty Deeds and Discriminatory Housing in Boone County”
A presentation and community discussion that will look at historic discriminatory housing practices in Boone County.