Coming Events

March 21, 2009 - Fifth Annual Pioneer Day at McSwain Park 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

 

The American Flag in the Tree of Knowledge Park was virtually destroyed by Hurricane Charley. The American Legion is shown here performing a ceremony at the first annual Pioneer Day to replace the Flag.

  

 

3rd Annual Pioneer Day

The members and friends of the DeSoto County Historical Society would like to extend their gratitude to the entire community for its outstanding support of the Third Annual Pioneer Day, which was held on Saturday, March 17, 2007 at Arcadia's McSwain Park.

  

Lady Sewing

 

  

Lindsey Galvan and Cindy McLeod Ely churning butter

 

  

Pioneer Lady

 

  

Carl Sharp, the Cowboy Poet, with Art Anauo, Historical Society President

 

  

Howard Melton

 

  

Arts & Humanities Booth

 

  

Arcadia Rodeo Shootout Gang performing

 

  

Acrefoot Johnson, portrayed by Rusty Hipp

 

  

Shirley Platt enjoys some Strawberry Shortcake provided by the Woman's Club

 

  

Marlie and Art Anauo perform

 

  

Gator Trapper

 

  

Blacksmith

 

  

Marlie Anauo with American Flag

 

  

Steven Ames, grandson of Harold McLeod, won a costume contest and $10.00 giftcard

 

  

Ziba King, the banker portrayed by James Westberry

 

  

Kay Higley, Joy Tinsley and Leonard Higley

 

  

Pioneer Entertainer

 

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Art Anauo shakes hands with Howard Melton when the DeSoto County Historical Society purchased Mr. Melton's library.