The Greater Highlandville-Spokane Historical & Genealogical Society

06/23/2026

The Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum at Top of the Rock in Ridgedale, MO, is a little ways out of Owl Country; however, it is an amazing place that is worth a mention to history lovers. It houses 35,000 square feet of amazing displays and artifacts.
I was personally surprised to find locks of hair from George Washington and Abraham Lincoln in the museum😳, along with thousands of Native American artifacts and clothing.

From the museum website:
“Find yourself face-to-face with prehistoric creatures, galleries showcasing the American West and civil war and astounding collections of Native American artifacts and artwork as you journey through the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum.”

06/19/2026

Does anyone know if the Willie Maples and Lenna (Ware) Maples home in Highlandville Is still standing? It is the site where Wayne Glenn’s parent’s were married back in 1941.

06/19/2026

Wayne Glenn (The Old Record Collector) is looking for some information regarding the Highlandville home, where his parents were married back in 1941.
Please comment, share and tag anyone that may have information for Wayne.

06/01/2026

A great opportunity for anyone wanting to learn more about genealogical research.

Next MONDAY, JUNE 1 at 7 pm we will find out how to organize family research using genealogy software. Pro genealogist Michelle Dickens will be presenting, so join us in person at The Library Center, 4653 S. Campbell Ave., or by Zoom for OGS members! This program will be held in the Annie Busch Auditorium inside The Library Center Building (changed from the Hatch Auditorium)

05/31/2026

This was posted by Spokane Alum, Tamra Fears McNabb. Please share and tag anyone she has mentioned. Thank you!

For anyone who was in my graduating class at Spokane-
Since I worked on the yearbook I ended up with some photo's of graduation and a few of senior year in general. If you know any of the people below and they would like to have a black and white photo just have them let me know an address and I will send it on or if you let me know a phone number I can take a picture of it and text it. I have pictures that the following people are in:
Lori Mease
Teresa Childers
Dalene Tatum
Tammy Harp and Terry Prior
Lisa Essick
A group that has Lisa Essick, Lisa Mease and maybe Tawana's Aunt.
Renee Bilyeu and Mike Grider and Renee receiving diploma
Pam Swanson
Principal Ron Bilyeu
Karen Smith
Dale Miller and Karen Achor
Karen Achor
LouAnn Maples
Cindy Witt Bilyeu and Carl Hale
Cary Watson
Greg Sheets and Mike Grider
A bunch or guys getting ready to walk in
Terry Prior
If you are friends with any of these people just forward on and people can message me if they want a pic. Cleaning out stuff. I have kept them for 48 years.

04/22/2026

How many of you, in Owl Country, have visited Carter Cemetery on the hilltop in Busiek State Park? It's a nice little hike for taking in some local history.

03/28/2026

These historical sweatsuits are too funny not to share😂😂😂
*For entertainment purposes only. The GHSHGS does not profit from or endorse the sale of these products.

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03/27/2026

If you are a current member of The Greater Highlandville-Spokane Historical & Genealogical Society, mark your calendars for April 27th @ 6 pm. We will be having our Annual Membership Meeting for the Society in the board room of Spokane School’s Central Office. Parking will be in the Middle School lot. Once you come in through Spokane Middle School, look for signs directing you toward the board room. If you can’t make it in person, we will also email a zoom link to all current paid members prior to the meeting.
Per our Bylaws, we are required to have an annual meeting for our Board and Membership, where we provide a report over the happenings and highlights of the society this past year.
The History Room at Spokane Central Office should also be nearing completion and members are invited to take a tour after the meeting.
Hope to see you there!