For centuries, the pride of military service has motivated servicemen and women to record and honor that time with a portrait or memorial. At first the portraits were limited to officers who had the means to purchase an oil painting. With the advent of the photograph in the 20th century, all ranks of the uniformed military could afford an image. By World War II, most of those serving left a legacy image of some kind.

Most of the exhibit portraits represent ordinary soldiers and sailors, and were created by artists with varying degrees of talent. The collection has been assembled from various locations over a period of time and offers images and memorial prints

ranging from the Revolutionary War to the Cold War of the 1970s. The majority of the artwork is from the

Spanish-American War through World War II.

The exhibit will be a salute to the veterans of the Second World

War, and is sure to impress veterans and civilians alike with the pride and patriotism of the veteran as

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Events Calendar • p4

Christmas at Hillside • p5

ARTrageous II • p6

New to the Collection • p7

Classes • p8

Members • p10

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State militia infantry major, ca 1885

I hope this issue finds everyone enjoying the beginning of the holiday season! We have had a great fall with lots of activities in the building. Please note that we are open on Sundays from noon-5:00 pm for the remainder of the American Impressionism exhibit. Please make sure you visit to see this wonderful exhibit before it closes January 11. As a member, you have complimentary tickets for admission according to your membership level. Visit soon to take advantage of this marvelous opportunity.

Please be sure to join us for Christmas at Hillside and HollymART. More details can be found on page 5 of this issue. We also have a new round of classes starting right after the first of the year, so be sure to check the listings and get going on your New Year’s resolution of doing something for yourself. Taking an art class at the Ella is a great way to do that and let your creative side grow at the same time!

Our travel committee has reconvened and planned a special trip to Detroit for a performance of the Joffrey Ballet. We are excited to offer this benefit for members once again and hope you are available to join us. If you have ideas for other trips or would like to be a part of the planning committee, please do not hesitate to contact me – we would love to have you!

From the Director Amy Reimann

ContributionsAugust 1, 2013 – October 31, 2013

In Honor ofDoug & Thressa Race 60th Wedding Anniversary

Commemorative Bench from:Dean & Margaret MartinBruce RaceTimothy & Maria RaceCarrie Schupbach

DonationsAjax Heating & Air ConditioningAndy & Sandy AndrewsA.P. Cook III FoundationDorothy Blakely FoundationDorothy DyerCarl & Linda EnglishRomelle FreyFriends of Ella Sharp Museum Gift ShopLloyd & Judi GantonStephanie KolmanCynthia O’RourkeAllen Spiess Jr.

Estate GiftsVirginia D. Vandenbroek Estate TrustElizabeth Lincoln Trust

In Kind Donations Biggby Coffee EverLast Lighting, Inc. Jackson Publishing Allen Spiess Jr.Gene Trombley

captured by the artist.

Former Curator Jim Zuleski researched, organized and assembled the exhibit.

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MemorialsAugust 1, 2013 – October 31, 2013

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Donna Moehn FerrisDonald & EIleen Falk

Marleah ThompsonGuy & Richard BensonLen & Donna BierengaDemmon & Ewing FamiliesJames & Patricia DolanWilliam & Jacqueline FletcherDenise FoosLinda HawleyMaggie HillsNancy Jennings

Sally LangleyJean LaughlinHerb & Bev LudwigDorothy LyonsJanis MackAlice MedlarBeth MurphyBonnie MyhrumDee ReedMary Jane ReedDaniel & Martha RingoShirley RingoCarolyn ScottGail Shuster

Taste for the ArtsHosts & Hostesses:

Lisa & John ButterfieldThe Dunigan SistersDonna Lake & Maryanne FuchsKate LeeseSarah & Brian Richmond

with Lori & Jamie GraceSteve Tucker & The Michigan Theatre

Special thanks to event chair Michelle Lake

Annual SponsorshipsEducation

The Craft AgencyFrank Main

EventsAllegiance Health

ExhibitsNorthStar Capital LLCAndy & Julia Walz

American Impressionism: The Lure of the Artists’ Colony

Mari CraftDawn Foods FoundationLouis Glick TrustJim & Joyce GraceEllen & Gordon HeinsJean LaughlinDrs. Mark Leventer & Kathleen

Anzicek

Southwest Michigan Imaging Center LLC

Paul StowellJames & Jean TerryDon & Donna VarblowCheryl & Sam VogelMartin WessendorfAriadne & Tommy Winquist

Army Air Corps enlisted man, ca 1944

Mary M. McVickerDr. David & Lori MunroNorthStar Capital, LLCWillis & Machnik Financial ServicesChuck & Sue Wrzesinski

Mid-Year AppealAnonymousPatricia ChipmanRobert & Elayne EberhartLenore & Jim EganRobert & Betty GambleMarcia C. MacCreadySuzanne K. OlfierJohn & Fran ParkerRobert & Nancy Sunday

Fall HarvestThanks

Our Fall Harvest festival was a tremendous success this year! It was fantastic to see so many people from our community at the Ella for a day of learning and fun. Special thanks to:

Larry CarriganRosie ChapmanCraft Show artistsCurtis Farm MarketElla’s Granary RestaurantFriends of the Ella Sharp MuseumGordon Food ServiceMartin GriffinHomespun StringsJackson County Genealogical SocietyJackson Handweavers GuildJackson Pottery and Clay GuildJackson Public SchoolsJennie O’BrienJeff JohnsonK105.3MeijerPAWS from the Detroit TigersEarl PoleskiPolly’s Country MarketRichmond BrothersSam’s ClubSchupbach’s Sporting GoodsSweet Seasons OrchardsTractor Parade participantsWalmart

Many thanks to the staff and board members of the Museum, and to all of the volunteers who helped make this day possible, including volunteers from Jackson High School, Lumen Christi High School, and Jackson College’s ABIG program!

New and Renewed Members August 1, 2013 – October 31, 2013

Anthony Gardner, PresidentKaren Beers, Secretary and Vice PresidentDaniel Vainner, 2nd Vice PresidentLori Grace, TreasurerMartha Fuerstenau, Immediate Past PresidentStephanie Drago Marc EganMichael (Mick) Falahee Anna Fisher Lloyd Ganton Michelle Lake Joe Macklin Sharon PeacockJohn Stewart

Board of Trustees 2013 – 2014

Each issue, Hillside History features a look back at events and anecdotes from Ella Sharp’s life. This winter brings to light a rumored plot that, had it come to fruition, would have painted a very different picture for present-day Jackson.

In the early part of 1889 many letters were sent to John and Ella Sharp from family and friends questioning their

proposed move away from the city of Jackson. In a letter dated February 11, 1889, John’s sister Hattie inquired, “Do tell me something of your plans for the future. If you don’t stay where you are, when are you going and where will you go? Tell me about it.”

Further information was revealed in a letter written on March 10, by Ella’s aunt, Ellen Parker. Aunt Ellen, who lived in Iowa, wrote, “I was so much astonished at your news about your change of residence with thoughts of coming nearer to us that I’ve not quite recovered [from] it yet. And, is it really true, that you and John propose moving to Nebraska?”

“But in the name of all the fates, what would Mama (Mary Merriman) do with you away from Jackson? As she did not allude to this in her letter, so I, in my reply thought best to make no reference to what you wrote as perhaps you have not yet talked with her on the subject. I don’t believe she will ever give her consent to the change, for I don’t see how she could bear such a separation from you, now, at her time of life…Do write to me soon again and give the matter about telling your Mama of your plans very thoughtful consideration before you decide to do so.”

The rest of the 1889 letters give no further clues about the proposed move. Maybe Aunt Ellen had something to do with the Sharps’ decision not to head for Nebraska or maybe Mama had something to say. We may never know why the Sharps changed their minds, but what a good thing for Jackson that the move was never made. Just think, right now the Ella Sharp Museum could be located somewhere in Nebraska!

Hillside History: The Big Move

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Student/TeacherBillie Jean BudaCharmayne CookMichael FunkhouserCathy LehmanNancy KangJennifer MietelkaHannah ParkCyndi ReeveLee ReeveSusan SyrjamakiLinda TrombleyMarian Zarzycki

IndividualRenee ApplegateDan BakerFlorence CushmanJoseph CybulskiJean Ellen DavisTeressa DelphNora DillonDorothy DimitryPhyllis DrewsElizabeth EarleJack EsterlineSue FleurenNancy FordWhitney HarrisLinda HayesBonnie HenryNancy HintonSharon IrvinePaula JankeCathy JulianDolores KarrConstance KeeneyPatricia KiesslingDennis KileyKit & Amanda KirklandEllie KuklinskiSusan LeonardDana LewisGedy LoveSusan MaireCarlene MatthewsDonna McAuliffeLilly Mergler-SillSally MulnixNancy MunkLaurel MurphyJack MyersLeah O’BrienCynthia O’RourkeU.E. PatrickMarjorie PelkeyAdrienne PhelpsPamela PondHeather RayKathleen RenschBarbara Rothenburg

Carolyn ScottMartha Anne ShaefferPat ShawJoanna SteinmanJim StuartDorothy TanseyNorma TestaDon TheykenMarjorie TingleySuzi WalkerMartha WarnerCharlene WilcoxNorma WittelCarol Woodhurst

DualAllison Andrews & Jenn

LyonsBruce & Barbara BartonStephen & Margaret BeisonBrent & Mary BierwirthBetty & Tom BishopCorky & Kathy BouldreyDick & Dorothy BurgessRobert & Elise ColeRaymond & Florence CsageTony & Linda CurtisDoug & Karen DaveyBob & Jay DodgePat & Rick DrabankCarol Earley & Joann WalkerRita & Robert EderKen & Mary ElenbaasHerb & Penny FlowersJoyce & Woody FurmanBob & Cathy FrounfelkerRobert & Betty GambleHelen & Edward GarcharMary & Daniel GrayDonald & Phoebe GriffinArt & Sallie HenrieDick & Ann HenselRuss & Patti HigginsBob & Ann HoltBob & Charlene JohnsonBill & Cari JorsPaul & Betty KochanKelly & Chris LangleyWes & Virginia LutzRonald & Helen OechsleDaan & Caryl OffermanDavid & Cathy OsbornGordon & Colette PeckhamJeff & Holly PetersonVal & Norm PetersonChristopher & Adrianne PfeiferBob & Wilma PraterKenny & Betty Kay PricePete & Betty PultzRon & Valerie RowleyJack & Sandy Scheiffler

Dave & Maeva SiejaJohn & Pat StoverCarl & Doris SwensonDon & Donna VarblowRobert & Joan WalkerJohn Wieck & Betty Hirschman

FamilyTracy AdamsStephen & Denise AndrewsErnest & Patricia BeffelEbony Black & Jonathan KilgoreRick & Pat BylerJeff & Cindy CarlsonShayla Edmond & Keon McCrayMike EnglandPaul GiesJim GlenJohn & Barb GriffinHarry & Marilyn HansNorman & Joyce HensonElton & Laquita HiggsAllan & Jo HooperJonathan & Susan HooverBradley Jackson & Lauren

McGuireRobert & Dorothy KobsChris Kurek & Deborah AndrewsEileen LitkaFrank & Angie LusebrinkJoseph & Carly MacklinBarry & Lori MalekJoseph & Barbara MarconiRick & Mary MillsMichael Nation & Patricia

HuebnerEd & Barbara O’ConnorDaniel & Adriana PhelanEarl & Candice PoleskiBrian & Sarah RichmondLinda RoganClifford & Evelyn SchmidtMike & Colleen SchmittArnold & Kathleen SlusherJohn & Elaine StewartPatrick & Rolinda TappendenSteven & Amy TrippPhyllis TschabrunDianne & Robert WelshRichard & Liz WierzbickiMaianar WigginsBlair & Kate Wilcox

SustainerJosephine BaconPeter Benden & Cristine

Kambeck-BendenStephen & Deborah BooneEric & Michelle BooromJohn & Jean CalvertBob & Karen Chaprnka

David & Sandra CraftJohn CristDavid & Julie DuesingPeg EatonDonald & Eileen FalkLawrence & Christie GreenTim & Pat GuarinoPatti HarrisEdwin & Christina HeapAlbert & Nancy HoffmannerLeo & Heidi HollenbeckMark & Kathy IoccaMark Leventer & Kathleen

AnzicekRita LundbergRobert & Marilyn KempfRandy & Kakki LeeRobert & Jan LutonTed & Leigh MacCreadyFrank MainRick & Mary MillerGloria NoppeTravis & Armida PearseDon & Sue PeckAlexander PerlosGeorge & Donna PotterRobert & Dolores PuckeyPhil & Joane RileyKurt & Lisa RudolphLarry & Marie SchultzMark & Jodi SnyderBarbara StantonRic & Angela WaltonGene WandelFrancene WingoMike & Diane Worthing

InvestorBruce & Kathi BigelowJoanne BisbeeCharles & Elizabeth BoyleCarolyn DicksonDerek DobiesWilliam & Marilyn MeadowcraftPhilip and Karen Moilanen

BenefactorRyan & Katie BeekmanCarlene Walz LefereWilliam & Kay MarcouxRussell & Betsy Youngdahl

StewardJohn & Lisa Butterfield

Shopping season is upon us and so is the challenging task of picking the perfect gift for someone who has everything. With discounts on classes, free admission to our six galleries, a member discount to the Friends Gift Shop, and a subscription to the Ella News, a membership is the gift that gives all year long.

This holiday season, with every gift membership you will receive a sample box of Gilbert’s chocolate to make your gift even more special.

To find out how you can sign up someone on your list for this one-of-a-kind gift, call the Museum at 787-2320 or email donnar@ellasharp.org.

Education

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Beginning and Intermediate DrawingInstructor: Sharon Sunday5 Wednesdays, February 26 – March 269:30am–12:00pmMember $65/Non-Member $75

No Chalk Please! (Pastels – Beginning & Continuing)Instructor: Sharon Sunday5 Wednesdays, February 26 – March 266:00pm–9:00pmMember $75/Non-Member $85

Watercolor Monotypes(Beginning & Continuing)Instructor: Sharon Sunday5 Wednesdays, January 22 – February 199:30am–12:00pmMember $65/Non-Member $75

Impressionist Style Painting(Beginning & Continuing)Instructor: Sharon Sunday5 Wednesdays, January 22 – February 196:00pm–9:00pmMember $75/Non-Member $85

Painted FinishesInstructor: Sharon Sunday4 Mondays, January 13 – February 10 6:00pm–9:00pmMember $75/Non-Member $85

Mural PaintingInstructor: Sharon Sunday4 Mondays, February 17 – March 10 6:00pm–9:00pmMember $75/Non-Member $85

Adult Classes

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Teen Classes3D DrawingInstructor: Megan ShoupAges: 6th – 8th grade6 Wednesdays, January 15 – February 196:00pm–7:30pmMember $55/Non-Member $75

PortraitsInstructor: Megan ShoupAges: 6th - 8th grade6 Thursdays, January 16 through February 20, 6:00pm–7:30pmMember $55/Non-Member $75

8:30am–4:00pmAges: 1st – 6th gradeMember $25/Non-member $35 (per day)

Holiday Break One-Day Wonders

Hello 2014!January 2Welcome the New Year with a party at the Ella! Learn about New Year traditions from all over the world, make your own party masks and party favors, play games, visit the Museum galleries, and create unique artwork to enjoy all year long.

Arctic AdventuresJanuary 3Enjoy a day of winter-themed art projects with snow and ice, polar bears and penguins!

December2013

Holiday closings:December 24, 25, 31

Holiday closings:January 1

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For more information on Ella events or to reserve your spot, call the Museum at 787-2320.

Children will love making new friends and art projects that relate to the winter season! Register in person, by mail, by telephone (787-2320 during business hours only, using your credit card), or by fax (787-2933).

All project supplies are included. Please bring a lunch and your winter gear and sleds. Don’t forget to dress for a mess! Classes will be held inside the Museum’s art studios, with afternoon sledding across the street in Ella Sharp Park, weather permitting.

A partnership with Jackson Civic Art AssociationEnjoy a relaxing day at the Ella Sharp Museum, and draw with a model. These sessions are ideal for students to practice drawing techniques and to freshen up on portrait drawing skills. No registration required! Drop in when you can, and pay as you go. $8/session

Life DrawingFridays 9:00am-noonActivities RoomNude model; dry media only

Open Studio: Portraitsbeginning January 17Fridays 12:30pm-3:30pmStudio 1Costumed model; all media welcome

Studio Sessions

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School tours are available for preschool through twelfth grade classes and homeschool groups. Guided gallery tours will focus on the American Impressionism exhibition, with the option to visit additional exhibits on display in the Museum’s galleries. Tours run approximately one hour, and the cost is $6 per student. Story time is included for grades preschool through second grade.

Following the gallery tour, teachers may add on a visit to the historical buildings, an outdoor sculpture tour, or a make-n-take art project for an additional $1–2 per student. Plan for an additional 45 minutes for each add-on. Tours are scheduled Tuesday-Friday from 9:00am–4:00pm.

Please contact Emily Jarvi, Director of Education, to book a tour at 517-787-2320 ext.242 or email emilyj@ellasharp.org.

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Great Start in Art:Winter Fun Instructor: Megan ShoupAges: Pre-K (2.5 – 5 years of age)4 Thursdays, January 16 – February 6 9:30am–10:30amMember $25/Non-Member $35

Great Start in Art:Preschool PrintmakingInstructor: Megan ShoupAges: Pre-K (2.5 – 5 years of age)4 Thursdays, February 13 – March 6 9:30am–10:30amMember $25/Non-Member $35

Make Art like an IllustratorInstructor: Megan ShoupAges: K – 3rd grade6 Tuesdays, January 14 – February 184:00pm–5:30pmMember $55/Non-Member $75

Children’s Clay StudioInstructor: Beth VoulgarisAges: 2nd – 6th grade6 Tuesdays, January 14 – February 184:30pm–6:00pmMember $55/Non-Member $75

Art Around the WorldInstructor: Megan ShoupAges: 3rd – 5th grade6 Tuesdays, January 14 – February 186:00pm–7:30pmMember $55/Non-Member $75

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Beginner–Advanced CeramicsInstructor: Romelle Frey8 Wednesdays, January 8 – February 261:00pm–4:00pmMember $175/Non-Member $200

Beginner–Intermediate CeramicsInstructor: Romelle Frey8 Wednesdays, January 8 – February 266:30pm–9:30pmMember $175/Non-Member $200

Intermediate–Advanced CeramicsInstructor: Romelle Frey8 Thursdays, January 9 – February 276:30pm–9:30pmMember $175/Non-Member $200

Ceramics Classes Christmas at Hillside

HollymARTFriday, December 6, 10am–3pmSaturday, December 7, 10am–4pmThe annual holiday craft show and art fair returns to the Ella this year with plenty of unique handmade items to put under the tree. With questions about this year’s event, please contact Shane Williamson (517-329-6929) or Amy Fracker (517-841-9233).

Christmas at HillsideSaturday, December 7 noon–4pm

Ella’s Birthday CelebrationSaturday, February 15, 10am–2pmIn celebration of Ella Sharp’s birthday, enjoy tea, cake, and sing-along festivities at the Museum.

Joffrey BalletSunday, March 2Join us on a trip to the Detroit Opera House for a performance of the Joffrey Ballet. The tour includes a seat on the luxury coach to Detroit, lunch at the theatre, and ticket to the performance. Reservations can be made through the museum’s front desk.

If you have a tablet or iPad and want to find out more about your device, discover essential applications, and learn ways to utilize it more efficiently, check out this popular series of inexpensive informative sessions with instructor Kyle Liechty!

For more information on upcoming iPad class sessions, dates, and times, please call the Museum or visit our website, www.ellasharp.org.

Take a journey back to the late 1800s for a Victorian Christmas experience on a self-guided tour on our historic Farm Lane. Visitors can enjoy traditional Christmas caroling, help decorate Ella’s farmhouse for the season, and warm up with coffee, hot chocolate, and baked treats available for purchase.

Stop by Santa’s Secret Workshop to create multiple make-and-take art projects, and be sure to keep an eye out for Santa! Admission to this annual community event is free, so bring the whole family to the Ella for a holiday event like no other.Please note: Pottery classes are three hours long, but students may work during

open studio time when the Museum is open and on Mondays, as long as there are no other pottery classes in the studio. There is a $.02/cubic inch one-time/piece charge to cover glaze and firing. Clay and tools are available for sale.

iPad Classes

Saturday, December 7 noon—4pm

Thursdays, 10:30am–noon: December 19, January 16, February 20Whether you’ve never volunteered before or are a veteran volunteer interested in new ways to get involved, learn more about new opportunities on the third Thursday of every month in the Activities Room.

Festivals & Special Events

Volunteer Meetings

Exhibit Programming

One-Day WorkshopsWeekend WorkshopsSaturdays: December 14, 21; January 4, 11 $15 Members / $20 Non-members (includes gallery admission)Children’s (grades K – 5)10am–1pm Includes story, play time, and gallery gamesTeen (grades 6 – 12)2pm–5pm Includes open studio timeEach session has a different theme pertaining to American Impressionism and includes a make-n-take art project, mini art history/technique lesson, guided visit to the exhibition, and light refreshments. Register early to reserve your spot in the workshop!

Opening Reception: Ella’s Student ArtworkThursday, December 12 5pm–8pm at In Good CompanyThe Ella is pleased to partner with local restaurant In Good Company to feature the artwork of the Ella’s students and showcase Museum art classes. Student work will be on display December 12 – January 2.

Guided Tours & Gallery ChatsThursdays, 6pm: December 12Saturdays, 10:30am: December 21, January 4Amy Reimann, Executive Director of the Ella Sharp Museum, will provide guided tours of the American Impressionism exhibition with commentary and discussion of the movement and its effects on the art world and beyond.

Opening Reception: ARTrageous IIFriday, January 17 5:30pm–8pmMeet artists Cedric Henry and Byron Reed at the opening of their joint exhibition. Cash bar, light refreshments.

Exhibits

ARTrageous II New to the CollectionCedric Henry and Byron Reed are both Michigan residents whose artworks reflect their love for life, for art and for their communities.

Cedric Henry’s pursuit of art and education led him to study in Egypt. While he studied in places such as the Valley of the Kings and the ancient Luxor Temple, he developed a deep appreciation for ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic imagery. This inspired him to draw Egyptian hieroglyphic cartoons. His cartoons portray his sense of humor as well as his satirical political commentary.

Most of Byron Reed’s paintings portray his lively childhood days in the lower east side of Detroit. He grew up in a world of big bands and

The late nineteenth-century and early twentieth-century walking sticks on display from the collection of Allen Spiess Jr. include the following novelties:

TelescopePocket WatchSmall SwordDiceDrinking FlaskGlobe

Watkins Incorporated Bottles and CatalogGift of Diana Agy

Watkins Incorporated is a manufacturer of health remedies, baking products and other household items.

zoot suits and his style of painting reflects the vibrant energy of city life.

Reed also takes inspiration from the beauty he sees all around him and strives to instill his work with extraordinary emotion and color. He aims to share his art with his community to foster a better understanding between people of all cultures.

ARTrageous II: Cedric Henry & Byron Reed opens in the Emmet gallery on January 18 and continues through March 15. To meet the artists, join us at the Museum for the opening reception on Friday, January 17 (see page 5 for event details).

Donations to the CollectionAugust 1 – October 31, 2013

A special thanks goes to the following individuals and organizations for their contributions to the Museum’s collection. These valuable items are an irreplaceable part of our history and their addition is greatly appreciated.

Diana AgyWendell AtenShirley BellMaki BraunWilliam DeBilzanMary Jane ErwinRowene FisherClaudia HamelWilliam H. Harper

Michael HauserMark HeathRuth JuddDr. & Mrs. Robert KobsNancy KossFrank MainDorothy McKenzieKen SchluckebierLinda & Allen Schweizer

Barbara StantonJackie StegerDr. John WholihanFordine WilliamsAnn WolfJune YeldaHelen and Lee Zimmerman

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The company was founded by J.R. Watkins in Plainview, Minnesota, who began selling liniment in 1868 door-to-door in the southeastern part of the state. The company moved to Winona in 1885 and added a number of products to its lineup.

By the 1940s, Watkins was the largest direct-sales company in the world, but soon began to decline and the company was sold to Irwin L. Jacobs in 1978. Today, the company has a workforce of 25,000 people to distribute its products and offers a limited number of products in national retail outlets.

Never Enough Time Watkins 50th Anniversary Almanac, Home Doctor, and

Cookbook, ca 1917

In the Never Enough Time Gallery until May is a collection of Native American artifacts owned by Jackson resident Andy Walz. Andy has been growing his collection for over 20 years and is happy to share it with the Jackson community. He and his wife Julia hope to spark interest in Native American history and culture, as well as appreciation for the beauty and workmanship of the artifacts.

Andy’s Native American collection consists of antiques as well as modern reproductions. Among the artifacts exhibited are pipe bags and pipes, weaponry and clothing.

A Plains feather headdress from the exhibit