University president James F. Gaertner
(third from left) accepted the Annual Preservation Award
for SHSU's part in the restoration of the Roberts-Farris
Cabin at a ceremony on Tuesday (April 6) morning. Cheryl
Patton (second from left), representing the Walker County
HIstorical Commission, also presented the awards to
(from right of Gaertner) Maggie Farris Parker, owner
of the Roberts-Farris Cabin, and Linda Pease, cultural
services coordinator for the City of Huntsville. Also
in the picture are Maxie Farris, Maggie's brother, and
Dr. Caroline Castillo-Crimm, SHSU associate professor
of history whose two Texas history classes moved the
cabin to its present location and helped rebuild it.
The award is given by the Texas State Historical Commission
to honor those who make contributions to preservation
for their efforts. The cabin, believed to be the oldest
in Walker County, is located just east of the Walker
County Courthouse. |
