Pompeo Coppini: Defining the Historic Landscape of Texas
Dr. McCaslin will recount the life of sculptor Pompeo Coppini. During a career in the United States that spanned sixty years, Coppini created over 230 sculptures, including the six imposing statues in the Hall of Heroes at the Hall of State. Dr. McCaslin is the Director of Publications for the Texas State Historical Association (TSHA), retired as the TSHA Professor of Texas History at the University of North Texas, and is the author or editor of nineteen books, eight of which received awards.
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Step back in time and immerse yourself in history at an exclusive event presented by the Dallas Historical Society and the Texas Rangers Association Foundation. This unique occasion marks the 90th anniversary of the infamous end of Bonnie & Clyde.
Featuring an esteemed panel of guests, including David Born (Sheriff Jordan) and Dean Denton (Deputy Bob Alcorn) from the acclaimed Netflix Original Film, The Highwaymen, alongside Mike Gault, the great-grandson of Texas Ranger Maney Gault, and Dr. Jody Edward Ginn of the Texas Rangers Hall of Fame/Museum. Guiding the discussion is Justice Ken Wise, host of the popular Wise About Texas podcast.
Join us as we delve into the true Bloody Legacy of Bonnie and Clyde, exploring the enduring impact of their story across various mediums, notably feature films.
Gain insight firsthand as The Highwaymen co-stars recount their experiences filming the iconic “ambush” scene at the very site of Bonnie and Clyde’s demise.
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Space is limited. Registration must be completed by Monday, May 20th, 2024.
90th Anniversary of the Bonnie and Clyde Ambush
Dr. Jody Edward Ginn will explore the careers of the notorious outlaw couple, emphasizing the impact of their crimes on the victims and families affected by their crime spree. Dr. Jody Edward Ginn is a former law enforcement investigator/administrator and U.S. Army veteran who has worked for over two decades as a public historian. He is the author of Palmito Ranch: From Civil War Battlefield to National Historic Landmark and East Texas Troubles: The Allred Rangers’ Cleanup of San Augustine.
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The Dallas Story: The North American Aviation Plant and Industrial Mobilization during World War II
Dr. Furgerson will examine the aviation factory operated by the North American Aviation (NAA) company in Dallas. He will explore the factory’s construction and opening, operation, relations with the local community, and closure at the war’s end. Furgerson is a professor of history at Collin College, near Dallas, Texas. He holds a doctorate from the University of North Texas, with a concentration in American military history.
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Texas, Loud, Proud, and Brash
Writer-historian Rusty Williams will share more stories from his most recent book, Texas, Loud, Proud, and Brash. Williams is the author of five nonfiction books and numerous magazine and journal articles. A former newspaper person, Rusty has written for the Dallas Morning News, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, and the Associated Press.
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Texas History Professional Development Conference
Join the Dallas Historical Society us for this free, two-day Professional Development Conference, presented in partnership with the Harry W. Bass Jr. Foundation. Learn from leading Texas historians and exemplary classroom instructors. Improve your content knowledge and sharpen your teaching skills at the beautiful and historic Hall of State. Attendees will earn 12 CPE Credits. Questions? if you have any questions, please CLICK HERE to contact our Director of Education.
SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Dr. Stephen L. Hardin | The Runaway Scrape
Dr. Sam W. Haynes | Richard Fields & The Texas Cherokees
Kolby Lanham | Alamo Myths & Misconceptions
Robert Edison | African Americans in Texas History
David Lee & Kaitlyn Price | Dallas Historical Society History & Collection
Allison Yates | Texas History Lessons
Dr. Erika Arredondo-Haskins | Texas Women
Dr. Donald S. Frazier | E Pluribus Texas Project
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Texas History Professional Development Conference
Join the Dallas Historical Society us for this free, two-day Professional Development Conference, presented in partnership with the Harry W. Bass Jr. Foundation. Learn from leading Texas historians and exemplary classroom instructors. Improve your content knowledge and sharpen your teaching skills at the beautiful and historic Hall of State. Attendees will earn 12 CPE Credits. Questions? if you have any questions, please CLICK HERE to contact our Director of Education.
SPEAKERS INCLUDE:
Dr. Stephen L. Hardin | The Runaway Scrape
Dr. Sam W. Haynes | Richard Fields & The Texas Cherokees
Kolby Lanham | Alamo Myths & Misconceptions
Robert Edison | African Americans in Texas History
David Lee & Kaitlyn Price | Dallas Historical Society History & Collection
Allison Yates | Texas History Lessons
Dr. Erika Arredondo-Haskins | Texas Women
Dr. Donald S. Frazier | E Pluribus Texas Project
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Texas Rangers and the Service of the Seminole Indian Scouts in Texas
Retired Texas Ranger Lee Young will discuss his 29-year career as a Texas law enforcement officer and the history of the Absentee Seminole Tribe of Texas. A descendant of Seminoles who fled to Mexico in 1850 to protect their freedom. His Great-Great-Grandfather, Sgt. John Ward, a Seminole Indian Scout, was awarded the Medal of Honor in 1875. This heritage has allowed Lee to bring the history, life, and accomplishments of the Seminole Indian Scouts and Texas Rangers into classrooms, cultural centers, service organizations, and professional organizations.
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The Life and Art of Photographer Ron St. Angelo
Photographer Ron St. Angelo will present a retrospective of his life and career. A lifelong Texan, St. Angelo has had photographs published in countless books and magazines during his thirty-year association with the Dallas Cowboys. A US Navy Veteran, St. Angelo served two tours of duty in Vietnam. In addition to his work for the Cowboys, he has worked for the Diocese of Dallas and won numerous awards and accolades throughout his career.