Since I was "mom guilted" into attending the Hart's Square event yesterday, I was not expecting much, just thought another golden halo for me since I was able to take her. Picked mom up and contrary to normal, she did not fall asleep on the drive over, but chatted non-stop. Had to make a detour by the home place so she could spy on the renovations. She and Pop had made a test drive by the location on Friday so she trusted her memory rather than the written directions to get us to the event. Remarkably she correctly remembered every turn as most of them had some landmark from her past.
I have to say I am glad I went. We spent a little over 3 hours there and did not see everything. Almost every way you turned, you saw something of interest. A national champion whistler was in the Peace Chapel whistling hymns, bluegrass bands were playing and various craftsmen were displaying their skills. For me, it is remarkable that one family had the vision and fortitude to invest themselves in our history. The attention to detail, honoring the craftsmanship and history of each home or building is a testament to the Hart family's commitment to this project.
Seeing that our family has a home on this site was an honor. While we were at the house, Dr. Hart arrived. He had no badge or fanfare to signify who he was, it appeared that he was just mingling with the crowd and checking on the locations. It is hard not to be in awe of someone that created such a remarkable landmark.
Janice and Jerry were at the Levi Houser home with Randy and Alice when we arrived. Mom remembered seeing her grandmother in the living room of this two story home. The house was built by Levi Houser who died in the civil war so that would have been Mom's great grandfather. He enlisted at the age of 38 and died at Gettysburg in 1863. His son, Anderson stayed in the home and raised 8 children. In 1948, the house with 100 acres of land was sold at public auction. In 2006 the home was donated to Hart's Square.
If you would like to make plans to attend this one day event next year, see below for the ticket information and order your tickets early.
Janice and Jerry were at the Levi Houser home with Randy and Alice when we arrived. Mom remembered seeing her grandmother in the living room of this two story home. The house was built by Levi Houser who died in the civil war so that would have been Mom's great grandfather. He enlisted at the age of 38 and died at Gettysburg in 1863. His son, Anderson stayed in the home and raised 8 children. In 1948, the house with 100 acres of land was sold at public auction. In 2006 the home was donated to Hart's Square.
If you would like to make plans to attend this one day event next year, see below for the ticket information and order your tickets early.
Hart's Square is open to the public on the fourth Saturday of October each year. Tickets are $25 per person and are available through the Catawba County History Museum, starting the beginning of October. Proceeds are donated to the Hart's Square Foundation and the Catawba County Historical Association.
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Renee: What a great journal entry! Your description made me feel as though I was there. I am so sorry I missed being with you all! This event sounds rich in history as well as interesting. I need to see this next year! Great pic of Hazeline!
ReplyDeleteI had Avrie for over 5 hours. What a wonderful afternoon! Cuddling a sweet little 11 mo. old girl, as she drifts off to sleep MUST be a tiny portion of how heaven feels. The 'Peace' is almost overwhelming.
Rick's girlfriend: Donna
Hello there! I really enjoyed the blog. I found this randomly by doing a google search of Levi Houser and Civil War. Levi, according to my research, was my great-great-great grandfather. It seems we may be distantly related. My name is Ryan Houser. Feel free to contact me sometime. Email is rmhouser1986@gmail.com . Thanks.
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