Walnut Historical Society Meeting

There is a movement in Walnut to form a Walnut Historical Society to help not only to preserve our rich history, but to pass it on to our next generations-to make it a living history to find out who we were in the founding and establishment of our village, who we are now and set the pace for who we will be. To instill a sense of pride and to fully embrace our heritage here in Walnut.

The initial step was taken on June 25th with several in attendance to scout out the desire. It was easily recognized with rousing discussion that there is interest. Much input was gathered from representatives of the Bureau County History Center, Wyanet Historical Society and our own Village board, representatives of various Walnut Committees, Walnut Library and interested Walnut residents. There was also knowledge gained from the Tiskilwa Historical Society and the Manlius Historical Society

What makes Walnut the town that it is?

What are the stories that make us who we are? How can we preserve the stories of the people, businesses, churches, school, clubs and organizations, and make them a usable tool to help propel us into the future?

If you have even a spark of interest, please join, support, advise and most of all share YOUR stories with us. The next step is an organizational meeting.

Please share information to walnuthistoricalsociety@gmail.com

Tuesday, September 24th at 7pm at The Walnut Library