Dunbar Teachers with Scientific Instruments
This black and white image taken by Dickinson photographer Ray Gillis shows three women and two men looking at a table with several scientific instruments
A Year of Regrouping
This has been a year of change for the Dickinson Historical Society. We spent much of it looking inward, strengthening the foundation of the organization so that the work ahead rests on solid footing. That meant pressing pause on a number of the programs you know us for, and we appreciate your patience while we did it.
That work is now paying off. We are preparing to bring back the activities you have told us you miss most:
- History socials
- Recognition of Dickinson’s historic buildings
- Archiving our collections
- Museum tours and exhibits
Look for announcements in the coming months as each of these returns to the calendar.
Bringing them back takes people, and we are looking for volunteers to help. Whether you can give a few hours or a few days a year, there is a place for you. No experience with history or archives is needed, just an interest in Dickinson and a willingness to pitch in. Reach out and let us know what sounds interesting to you.
We appreciate your patience while we work behind the scenes. During this time museum tours are on hold.
About the RR Complex
Built in 1902 by architect George B. Stowe to replace the prior building after it burned down, the Galveston Houston & Henderson (GH&H) rail depot served Dickinson through the 19th & 20th centuries. The architecture is unique of the GH&H line featuring a cupola and decorative touches giving the building a more grand design….
GH&H RAILROAD
Local History Articles
Ben Franklin Store – From the Archives
This black and white image by an unlisted photographer (potentially Johnny Cannon) shows the storefront of a Ben Franklin. Ben Franklin is a low price
Dickinson’s First School Teacher
As we start the new school year, let’s give a shout out to Minnie Owens, first Dickinson teacher paid by county funds in 1895. Here’s
Juneteenth in Moores Addition
Juneteenth in Moore’s Addition
My Uncle Sole made an instrument by tying up string to a broom and rubbing it across the ground or floor. We would dance to guitar music by Willie Fraiser and Base Guitar music and fiddlers. When night fell
The Village Green & Re-dedication of the Gazebo
VILLAGE GREEN & GAZEBO PLAQUE: First conceived in 1949, the Dickinson Garden Club adopted the triangle of land on Highway 3 and 46th Street and
Dunbar Teachers with Scientific Instruments
This black and white image taken by Dickinson photographer Ray Gillis shows three women and two men looking at a table with several scientific instruments
Ben Franklin Store – From the Archives
This black and white image by an unlisted photographer (potentially Johnny Cannon) shows the storefront of a Ben Franklin. Ben Franklin is a low price
Dickinson’s First School Teacher
As we start the new school year, let’s give a shout out to Minnie Owens, first Dickinson teacher paid by county funds in 1895. Here’s