KCHS hosted a Book Release, Old-Fashioned Pie Supper, and Pie Auction Sunday, November 5, 2023…

It ran from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at the Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, 3686 State Road E, Auxvasse, MO 65231. Admission was $10 and Included a slice of homemade pie, ice cream and a drink.

Monies raised from the event went to support the KCHS Educational Grant Program for Callaway County schools.

Callaway Chalkboards: Remembering Callaway County’s Rural Schoolhouses

…was officially released and guests were able to meet our esteemed editor, Bruce Hackmann, who personally signed copies of the book. The book is still available for just $40 (members) or $45 (non-members) per book.

 Supporting Education 

All proceeds from this event (not including book sales) went toward the newly established KCHS Educational Grant Program for Callaway County schools. This innovative program encourages educators from diverse disciplines to develop grant projects that enrich the study of history in their classrooms, aligning with KCHS's mission of preserving and sharing Callaway County's rich history with all generations. Full details on grant applications will be available at a later date.

We were honored to present the creations of our "famous Callaway County bakers" at the Pie Auction.Ten beautifully adorned boxes showcasing a homemade pie were up for auction to the highest bidder and were provided by the following local chefs:

Rick Berry

Tim Borman

Lori Croy

Rachel Dodson

Dawn Harrison

Velma Howard

Nancy Lewis

Maxine Rogers

Shirley Sweeten

Rita Weber