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Invitation to Membership at the Dallas Woman’s Forum – A Letter from our President
Dear Friends & Members, The Dallas Woman's Forum has many exciting plans for the upcoming year that you won’t want to miss! As President of the Dallas Woman’s Forum, I would like to personally invite you to become a member of a well respected (and fun)...
Dallas Woman’s Forum Hosts World War I Commemoration Program & Reception
The Dallas Woman’s Forum is honored to have Maj. General James Williams, USMC (Retired), present the fascinating history of the First World War. The presentation entitled, “Two Shots That Ignited a World War: How an 18 year old Student Changed the World Forever”...
Alexander Mansion Celebrates 120th Birthday & Mosaic Tile Unveiling
On May 15, 2024 the Alexander Mansion in Dallas, Texas was filled with Dallas Woman's Forum members and guests celebrating the 120th Birthday of the Mansion. During this momentous occasion, the newly restored mosaic tile floor at the Carriage Entrance was unveiled. In...
Alexander Mansion Receives Special Birthday Present, 1913 Victrola
In June 2024, Sheree & Pat Koester generously donated the Victrola & records you will see in the corner of the French room at the Alexander Mansion. This family heirloom has been in the Carl Rediske family for many years. This Victor Victrola was purchased in...
DWF 2024-2025 Board Sworn In
The following board members were sworn in at the May 21, 2024 Member Meeting. President: Barbara Cervantes VP Programs/President Elect: Robin Miller Co-1st VP's/Bldg & Grounds: Holly Hall & Linda Turner Co-2nd VP's/Social: Angel Gregory & Sharon Roy 3rd...
Special Guest and Author Tracy Walder Presents at May 2024 DWF Member Meeting
May 2024 Member Meeting - Program by Tracy Walder, Former CIA & FBI Agent The Dallas Woman's Forum was honored to welcome the delightful Tracy Walder, Former CIA & FBI Agent, for our May 2024 Member Program and Luncheon. The meeting took place at the Alexander...
The Clark Family – Alexander Mansion Residents from 1912 – 1917
As the original residents of the Alexander Mansion, much has been said about the Alexander Family. However, there were 3 families who resided in the Mansion. In this article we explore the second residents - the Clark Family. Alfred L. Clark, son of Mary &...
A Thumbnail Sketch of Life at the Alexander Mansion by Leonora Alexander McAllister
This article was originally published on March 4, 2024 in the March 2024 Newsletter of the Dallas Woman's Forum. A Thumbnail Sketch of Life at the Alexander Mansion was provided by Leonora Alexander McAllister. Mrs. McAllister was the daughter of Charles H. Alexander,...
Porch Memories
“My parents bought the home when I was a teenager in 1954, clearly impressed by the porch, its shade, the protection from rain and snow, and of course the pearl-white columns. My brother and I looked at the columns and saw something they missed: a ready nighttime...