On July 25th, Wayne Hunt, the curator of the Boaz Legacy Museum, shared a captivating talk about John Paul Jones at a lecture that was well attended. The audience gained a deeper understanding of Jones’ life and the significant impact of this American Patriot during the Revolutionary War.
Don’t forget to save the date for August 22 at 2 p.m., when the summer lecture series wraps up with a lecture by Dale Strange on the fascinating world of honey bees!
The summer lecture series continues Saturday, July 25 at 2:00 P.M.
Wayne Hunt will present information about John Paul Jones and his famous ship the “Bonhomme Richard”. Plan to attend this informative lecture.
Today, July 18th,would be a good day to start your “Training”. The Guntersville Depot will be open from 1-4 P.M.
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, the Guntersville Train Depot Museum is showcasing items from local veterans who’ve shared items from their experiences in the military during World Wars. You can find some of these display pieces in the photo gallery below. Don’t miss the Guntersville Depot, which is open Saturdays from 1-4 pm in July and August. Just a heads-up, the Depot will be closed this Saturday, July 4th.
The Guntersville Train Depot Museum kicked off its Summer Lecture Series on June 27, 2026, with two engaging and informative presentations by Adam McBride and Deborah Belcher.
Deborah Belcher shared the history of the 167th Regiment, based in Guntersville, highlighting its service in the Pacific Theater during World War II. She also explained the vital role that trains—particularly those departing from Guntersville—played in transporting troops and military supplies throughout the war effort.
Adam McBride followed with an overview of the Pacific War, focusing on the difficult decisions faced by military leaders. He emphasized that wartime choices are rarely between good and evil, but are often a matter of choosing the least harmful option among difficult alternatives, offering a thoughtful perspective on the realities of war.
Be sure to mark your calendar for the next lecture by Wayne Hunt about revolutionary war figure John Paul Jones, at 2:00 P.M. July 25, 2026.
Mark your calendars for the Historic Guntersville Train Depot Lectures this summer!
