La Vernia Historical Assn Newsletter June 2020

The La Vernia Historical Associatio n

Newsletter

June 24, 2020

(be sure to read all the way to the bottom)

Announcing!

Chihuahua Street

Self-Guided Walking Tour

We are excited to announce that we have created the first-ever self-guided walking tour brochure for historic Chihuahua Street.

The brochure highlights 22 points of historical interest along unique Chihuahua Street, La Vernia's old downtown.

The brochure is available for a $1 donation at the

La Vernia Heritage Museum
Sue's Antiques
La Vernia City Hall
Jane Y. McCallum Library in LV
La Vernia Mills, Inc.

Current LVHA members will receive a free copy in the mail.

The brochure is available as a free download on our website . Note: it prints on 8.5 x 14", legal-size paper.

Businesses wishing to provide copies to customers may contact us for options. Call 210-392-3281 or laverniahhistory@yahoo.com

Dates to Remember in 2020

July 4 - Visit the La Vernia Veterans Memorial to see the beautiful display of Flags! Bring your Veterans and camera!

July 19 - Hopefully, the La Vernia Heritage Museum can re-open, Noon to 3pm.

July 30 - Deadline to get a free set of Lavernia Legacies with a new membership. See below.

September 1 - Next LVHA Meeting at 7pm at the GVEC Community Room.

October 12 - Deadline for applications for inscriptions on the La Vernia Veterans Memorial to be ready by Veterans Day. Get applications for inscriptions, bricks, or benches here .

November 11 - Veterans Day ceremony at the La Vernia Veterans Memorial, 11am, weather permitting.

November 2019, the La Vernia Alumni Association visited the museum and LOVED looking at the photos and artifacts donated by people like YOU!

Museum News

We need La Vernia stories and photos for our permanent archives and exhibits!

How you can help:

Use your cell phone to ask your senior family members what they remember about La Vernia then send us your video.
Download a few suggested questions to ask, HERE.
Let us scan your photos and return them on the spot. Make a free appointment today, 210-392-3281.
Donate or loan artifacts of local historical interest.

Summer Membership Drive

One Time Offer!

Join before July 30 and receive a full set of Lavernia Legacies FREE - all 5 issues - a $25 value! Every issue is full of La Vernia history, photos, stories, lists and more!

Annual Membership Dues

Individuals - $15

Couple - $25

Family - $30

*Pioneer - $50

*Patron - $100

*Benefactor - $250

*Also receives a free, personalized brick in the Local Legends walkway at the museum.

Join online now or download the application.

Thank you for supporting us!

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