01 Jan 2014 Annual Meeting
The annual meeting held at the E.D. Locke Library celebrated the Society’s 50th anniversary. Representative Robb Kahl presented president Dale Marsden with a State Assembly citation from himself and Senator Mark Miller who both represent the Village of McFarland and Town of Dunn in the Wisconsin Legislature. The citation mentioned various milestones in the history of the McFarland Historical Society. 1964 – received its state charter and articles of incorporation. 1972 – constructed the museum building. 1974 – rebuilt an historic “Hidden Farm” log cabin behind the museum. 1994 – received the Rueben Thwaites Trophy for excellence in research and displays of artifacts, programs and projects benefitting the local community by a local historical society. 2012 – purchased the Queen Anne style Victorian “Larson House” and began restoration.
A short business meeting was conducted and prior to a break, member John Wendling played “Happy Anniversary” on the piano. A cake with a photo of the museum was donated for the event and it proved to be exceedingly tasty.
Jane Licht reported that the Larson House restoration is nearing completion and the grand opening is scheduled for May 24 and 25 with the ribbon cutting on May 24.
Antiques appraiser Shirley Bauman gave her presentation, “Rocking Through History” on the history of the rocking chair, an American invention. Several members brought in their antique rocking chairs or photos for her to evaluate. <strong><a href=”https://plus.google.com/photos/111435230170243985717/albums/5991469107140064497?authkey=CKXrp_-n0K3wwQE”>Photos.</a></strong>[/vc_column_text]
