Open House. View our exhibits. Listen to oral history interviews. Enjoy refreshments.
Bring the family and pose for a family portrait! Free and Open to All
Black Heritage Celebration
The Kirkwood Historical Society seeks to discover, collect and preserve the history of Kirkwood.
I trust the Black Heritage Celebration will go well today. I was a resident of Kirkwood for many years, having grown up there and living on Reedway Lane. Reedway Lane is a history lesson all on its own. I am the daughter and caregiver of Ruth Arbuckle, who was an original homeowner of 237 Reedway. My mother is now 104 years old and perhaps one of the only living original residents of Reedway. The last time I visited Reedway, I only recognized the home of Doris Vaughn, a descendant of the Reed family who has since passed away.
I hope the Kirkwood Historical Society preserves the rich stories of Kirkwood’s Black residents and includes the Meacham Park area. My parents, like many, owned and lived in that community, too.
Black history is a national heritage and should be recognized 365 days a year. Thank you for your historical support.
Thank You Cindy. It was a wonderful event with almost 100 guests. We established deeper connections with the community, many of whom will help us with next year’s events. We are focused on preserving and promoting the stories of Kirkwood’s Black residents. As such, do you have any pictures, stories, artifacts that could be shared with or donated to Mudd’s Grove. Deb Hill, President – Kirkwood Historical Society