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WELCOME to  the Cornville Historical Society Website! 

 

MISSION

 

The mission of the Cornville Historical Society is to gather, preserve and share information about the history of the Cornville-Page Springs area from the time of pioneer settlement in the 1870's to the present.  The Society does research, keeps records, collects historical items, and sponsors educational activities relating to rural life in the historic Lower Oak Creek area. 

  

GOALS & OBJECTIVES

 

1.  GATHER:  Collect Historical Information

2.  PRESERVE:  Store Collections Safely

3.  SHARE:  Inform Community & Be Visible

4.  GAIN COMMUNITY SUPPORT:  Strengthen Organization

 

 

WHAT'S NEW? 

GRANT RECEIVED FOR OLD POST OFFICE   

 

In January, the Society was awarded a $1,500 "Jumpstart Grant" from the Arizona Preservation Foundation to match with CHS funds and labor for restoration work at the Old Cornville Post Office.  Repainring of the wood siding to refresh the exterior, solar lighting, and exhibit improvements are planned, along with a special event to mark the ten-year anniversary of the restoration and dedication of the historic structure.  Former Cornville Postmaster Patrick Shamrell lead's the Post Office Committee, with assistance from Dan Derrick and Bob Snyder. The committee will plan for the painting and upkeep needed as time and weather permits.  To learn more, contact  info@cornville-historical-society.org. 

 

APACHE MAID EVENT A SUCCESS

The Society's Annual Holiday Fundraiser Event at the Apache Maid Ranch on December 3, was a real success.  A sold-out crowd of 120 attendees enjoyed the feature presentation "Ranching on the Apache Maid” presented by Don Godard, a long-time resident of Cornville with a  wealth of knowledge about the Ranch's history.  The Apache Maid Ranch was established in the 1880’s and spans over fifty miles eastward from its lower headquarters near Cornville to its upper headquarters beyond Apache Maid Mountain.  

 

Refreshments were served; and the program was followed by the Society’s popular raffle of gift baskets featuring gift certificates and themed items. 

 

The raffle brought in over $2,000 to help cover Cornville Historical Society projects.  THANK YOU everyone for your support!   

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News & Events

ANNUAL MEETING MARCH 23

 

GRANT RECEIVED FOR OLD POST OFFICE

 

APACHE MAID FUNDRAISER A SUCCESS