The Williamson Museum announced the resignation of Executive Director, Mickie Ross last month. Ross served the museum in a variety of roles since 2000, from board member to volunteer and staff member. “I am very proud of the work the museum has done to play such
The Williamson Museum unveiled its latest new exhibit March 1—a photo array of some of the most influential and groundbreaking ladies who helped build our County into the productive and prosperous place we know it to be today. Museum Executive Director Mickie Ross says, "The saying
[caption id="attachment_3743" align="alignleft" width="342"] Museum Board President Joe Savage shows off his one-of-a-kind hat.[/caption] The Williamson Museum hosted one of Georgetown’s premiere events Oct. 20 at the Sheraton Georgetown; the 7th Annual Cattlemen’s Ball. Museum Director Mickie Ross put on a spectacular evening to raise money
[caption id="attachment_2161" align="alignleft" width="300"] County Court Judge John McMaster administers the oath of office to Mayor Dale Ross for his second term; with wife, Mickie Ross.[/caption] In a special City Council session, Mayor Dale Ross, Councilwoman Rachael Jonrowe and Councilwoman Valerie Nicholson took the oath of
The Williamson Museum officially opened the Chisholm Trail house April 1 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Trail. Museum Director Mickie Ross cut the ribbon to welcome dozens of visitors to the historic house in Round Rock. Visitors met and spoke
[caption id="attachment_1696" align="alignleft" width="300"] Curator Ann Evans, Curatorial Assistant Elissa Graham and Education coordinator Danelle Houck, dressed in period costume for the grand opening.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1697" align="alignleft" width="300"] District Judge Ryan Larson, Linda McDaniel, District Judge Stacey Mathews[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1699" align="alignleft" width="300"] Mural artists Violet Nicklen, Janet
[caption id="attachment_826" align="alignleft" width="300"] Andice General Store[/caption] [caption id="attachment_843" align="alignleft" width="300"] Hutto Texan Cafe[/caption] It’s that time of year again, and what better place to start your holiday shopping than Willie’s General Store inside The Williamson Museum. Along with Texas souvenir items, vintage toy stocking stuffers, local
Former District Attorney and Governor named the 2016 Cattleman's Ball Honoree [caption id="attachment_782" align="alignright" width="300"] Judge Bill Gravell recites Dan Moody's closing argument in his famous 1923 Ku Klux Klan trial.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_777" align="alignright" width="300"] Mayor Dale Ross joined by museum re-creators, Commissioner Valerie Covey and Councilman Steve Fought[/caption] [caption id="attachment_770"
Last month, The Williamson Museum opened its first community-based exhibit, “Nuestra Comunidad: Williamson County’s Hispanic Roots”. With stories, photos and oral histories by Hispanic residents throughout the county, the exhibit tells a fascinating story of the past. It focuses on religion, education and economics along