Fall Into History At Bear Creek

The Irving Archives and Museum staff and Jeanine Michna-Bales will be at our historic Jackie Townsell Bear Creek Heritage Center on October 26th from 1 - 4pm to tie in the history of the community with Michna-Bales' featured exhibition at the IAM, Through Darkness to Light. Our staff will be offering a nice afternoon at the community featuring opportunities for exploration, storytelling, and community! Events that will be on hand include but are not limited [hidden] historic homes with staff on handPlay lawn gamesJoin a family-friendly scavenger hunt Admission for this day will be entirely free for all ages. In addition, we will be offering a Legacy Kit (while supplies last) to reflect on your family's story. Plus, the first 15 guests will receive a signed copy of Through Darkness to Light by Jeanine Michna-Bales! Brief history on Bear [hidden] Bear Creek community in west Irving is one of the oldest African-American communities in Dallas County. During the late 1850s, a mix of free blacks, whites and their slaves began settling along the upper reaches of Bear Creek. After emancipation, former slaves began moving into the area, which developed into a rural African-American enclave during the era of racial segregation. The three museums that comprise the Jackie Townsell Bear Creek Heritage Center tell the history of the Bear Creek community and of the African-American experience from the time of emancipation of the slaves through the Civil Rights movement of the 1950s and ’60s. To tour the Jackie Townsell Bear Creek Heritage Center during other days and events, one must make an appointment. Regular tours throughout the week are only available by appointment only. Please contact us for information on scheduling a tour. Phone: [hidden] Email: [hidden] More Info below.