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Prestwick Preservation Society
The Johnson House Museum Project
Prestwick and surrounding communities are rich with history. As a 501(c)(3) historical organization, the Prestwick Preservation Society’s (PPS) mission is to preserve this history for future generations.
Our current project is restoration of the Johnson House Museum, located on the southern end of Leroy on the Prestwick road. Currently many local artifacts, vintage photos, documents and antiques are in storage. Renovating the Johnson House Museum will give these artifacts a home.
The Johnson House is listed on the Alabama Registry of Historic Places, our goal is to renovate this historic building and exhibit historic treasures of Washington County. We have made much progress, however, additional funds are needed to secure structural issues. COVID-19 and increased construction costs slowed renovation but with friends and community supporters, I know we can complete this project and help preserve the history of Washington County.
We invite you to support this incredible historic cause. Thank you for your interest. Please send preservation contributions to:
Prestwick Preservation Society
P O Box 64
Leroy, AL 36548
or contact me directly at:
Sincerely,
Micki Savage, PPS President
Prestwick Preservation Society Honors Washington County Veterans
PPS Revived Community Event Not Celebrate In Over 20 Years
PPS Partners with Penelope House
The Prestwick Preservation Society and the Washington County Museum partnered with Penelope House to share information and educate the citizens of Washington County concerning Domestic Violence.
Washington County Fourth of July Celebration
Washington County Fourth of July Celebration
PPS Recognizes trailblazers of Washington County that made significant contributions to the fourth of July celebrations in Washington County.
PPS Recognizes Trailblazers of the Old Prestwick Community
History in the Park
History in the Park
Starting in 2020, during the month of February, PPS began hosting “History in the Park”. The history of Prestwick and surrounding areas will be the topic. The dates of the events will be posted on the Prestwick Preservation Society's facebook page.
President of Prestwick Preservation Society chats with Gov. Ivy at Bicentennial Tour
President of Prestwick Preservation Society chats with Gov. Ivy at Bicentennial Tour
Tribute to the Washington County flag
Tribute to the Washington County flag
On December 13, 2019 at 11:00 am, at the Washington County Courthouse, PPS in collaboration with the Washington County Commission honored the Washington County Flag and flag designer, Bishop Nathaniel Henry.
This event was endorsed by the Alabama Bicentennial Commission
Revival of the Washington County Flag
Revival of the Washington County Flag
The Washington County Flag was designed in 1976 by Nathaniel Henry but had fallen from the memory of many Washington County citizens. In December of 2019, PPS planned two events in honor of Alabama's Bicentennial and the county flag. These events spotlighted Washington County, "the county where Alabama began", the county flag and Bishop Nathaniel Henry, the flag’s designer.
Washington County Flag Recommission and Bicentennial Ceremony
Washington County Flag Recommission and Bicentennial Ceremony
Hosted by Prestwick Preservation Society in collaboration with The Washington County Commission
