Hitchcock House63788 567th Lane Lewis IA 51544 The Hitchcock Banner
Vol. 27 #13 Spring 2024A National Historic Landmark and a Station on the Underground RailroadEvery great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.Harriet Tubman, abolitionist, former slave
The first Hitchcock Banner was published 30 years ago in the Summer of 1994! The first Banner was dedicated to “all those inspired people whose vision, hard work, & generosity saved & restored the Hitchcock House for us.” It seems fitting to use that same dedication for this first issue of 2024!
Please count me as a Friend of the Hitchcock House for the year 2024. My membership will help support free summer programs, publish The Banner, purchase House furnishings, support building projects, support Pioneer Day for all Cass County 4th grade students, & much more! Name:_____________________Address:_____________________________________________I want my donation to go to:Ferry House or Hitchcock Send to: Hitchcock House 63788 567th Lane Lewis, IA 51544
Hitchcock House63788 567th Lane Lewis IA 51544 The Hitchcock BannerVol. 27 #13 Spring 2024A National Historic Landmark and a Station on the Underground RailroadEvery great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.Harriet Tubman, abolitionist, former slave
Open for the season! After our early closing last season due to needed basement reconstruction, we’re excited to be opening on May 1 for our 2024 season! We are open from 1-5pm on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays. Last tour leaves the Granary at 4:15. Tours are $5 per person, adult & high school aged. Children under high school age are free. We accept check or cash for tours & gift shop purchases. Our Granary Gift Shop is full of wonderful items for purchase! Books, coffee mugs, tees, hats, ornaments, magnets, & much more! We even have cold drinks! Coke products, teas, water, & Amana Millstream bottled sodas. Board Members ~ 2024President – Sharon Guffey-LewisVice President – Roy SmithSecretary – Kyla AmosTreasurer – Marsha BierbaumBoard Members:Todd Weppler, Tracey Marshall, Mark Clark, Steve Lewis, & Dana Kunze
New Mailing OpportunityThe Advisory Board has made the decision to send as many copies of The Banner via email as possible. Postage & permit prices have increased, as well as printing costs. Would you like to have your Banner emailed instead of printed? Please email us at hitchcockhouse1@gmail.com to be put on the email list! 2024 Summer EventsMay 3rd – Pioneer Skills Day for Cass County 4th graders
May 4th – Pioneer Skills Day open to the public. 1-5pm
June 16th – A Song & A Story with Gary Lee Ireland 2pm
July 14th – Lincoln Live with Lee Williams 2pm
August 11th – Music on the lawn
Thank you for your support! On behalf of the entire Advisory Board, we thank you so much for your financial support! Whether it was a donation for our reconstruction project, or money given in Memorial, it means the world to us! Last year was a heavy year for us in the loss of our friend, board member, & treasurer Sandy, then the decision to close early to work on the House. As a non-profit, large monetary expenses have to be carefully planned & we were scrambling to pay for the project. Much time was spent applying for grants, writing donation requests, & on the phone seeking support. We thank you for helping us get through that time! The bills never stop though, so we thank you in advance for your continued financial support. Follow us online! Our website has been updated & has a new look! There you will find upcoming events, House news, The Banner, & more! Check us out:Hitchcockhouse.org New email: hitchcockhouse1@gmail.com
We have a new email! Hitchcockhouse1@gmail.com
Follow us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/GeorgeBHitchcockHouse/
Volunteer!! Would you like to meet interesting people from all over the US & other countries? Do you desire for the Hitchcock House to remain a travel destination in southwest Iowa? Volunteer with us as a Tour Guide! No experience necessary! Email us at hitchcockhouse1@gmail.com or call us at 712-769-2323
Hitchcock House63788 567th Lane Lewis IA 51544 The Hitchcock BannerVol. 27 #13 Spring 2024A National Historic Landmark and a Station on the Underground RailroadEvery great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.Harriet Tubman, abolitionist, former slave
Open for the season! After our early closing last season due to needed basement reconstruction, we’re excited to be opening on May 1 for our 2024 season! We are open from 1-5pm on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays. Last tour leaves the Granary at 4:15. Tours are $5 per person, adult & high school aged. Children under high school age are free. We accept check or cash for tours & gift shop purchases. Our Granary Gift Shop is full of wonderful items for purchase! Books, coffee mugs, tees, hats, ornaments, magnets, & much more! We even have cold drinks! Coke products, teas, water, & Amana Millstream bottled sodas. Board Members ~ 2024President – Sharon Guffey-LewisVice President – Roy SmithSecretary – Kyla AmosTreasurer – Marsha BierbaumBoard Members:Todd Weppler, Tracey Marshall, Mark Clark, Steve Lewis, & Dana Kunze
New Mailing OpportunityThe Advisory Board has made the decision to send as many copies of The Banner via email as possible. Postage & permit prices have increased, as well as printing costs. Would you like to have your Banner emailed instead of printed? Please email us at hitchcockhouse1@gmail.com to be put on the email list! 2024 Summer EventsMay 3rd – Pioneer Skills Day for Cass County 4th graders
May 4th – Pioneer Skills Day open to the public. 1-5pm
June 16th – A Song & A Story with Gary Lee Ireland 2pm
July 14th – Lincoln Live with Lee Williams 2pm
August 11th – Music on the lawn
Thank you for your support! On behalf of the entire Advisory Board, we thank you so much for your financial support! Whether it was a donation for our reconstruction project, or money given in Memorial, it means the world to us! Last year was a heavy year for us in the loss of our friend, board member, & treasurer Sandy, then the decision to close early to work on the House. As a non-profit, large monetary expenses have to be carefully planned & we were scrambling to pay for the project. Much time was spent applying for grants, writing donation requests, & on the phone seeking support. We thank you for helping us get through that time! The bills never stop though, so we thank you in advance for your continued financial support. Follow us online! Our website has been updated & has a new look! There you will find upcoming events, House news, The Banner, & more! Check us out:Hitchcockhouse.org New email: hitchcockhouse1@gmail.com
We have a new email! Hitchcockhouse1@gmail.com
Follow us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/GeorgeBHitchcockHouse/
Volunteer!! Would you like to meet interesting people from all over the US & other countries? Do you desire for the Hitchcock House to remain a travel destination in southwest Iowa? Volunteer with us as a Tour Guide! No experience necessary! Email us at hitchcockhouse1@gmail.com or call us at 712-769-2323