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Walking with History | Elise Farrel - McWhiirter

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Sat, Sep. 28 @ 1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.

(Family, 8+) Elise Marion Farrel - McWhirter donated the land of Farrel - McWhirter Park upon her death in 1971. She told no one until her Will was read and only stipluated that the land be used always as a park and there should be children, animals, and horses. Walk the same land that Elise loved and learn the history of one of Redmond's amazing leading ladies.

Reminders:

- This program runs rain or shine. Please dress accordingly.

- There will be a short lecture period with PowerPoint and then a walking tour of the barnyard and behind the scenes of the park.

- Appropriate for history loving kids 8+, but open to all ages.

A fantastic opportunity to learn about one of Redmond's early residents, Elise Farrel - McWhirter, who lived life by her own terms in the early 20th century. Come walk with history!

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