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Pamphlet from the Apollo 11 Lunar Landing Mission Celebration in Huntsville, Alabama.

The pamphlet includes biographical information on the three Apollo 11 astronauts as well as Wernher von Braun, then director of Marshall Space Flight Center. The back of the pamphlet congratulates the NASA and aerospace employees in Huntsville "who have made this historic achievement possible."

Official first day cover commemorating the 150th anniversary of Alabama statehood.

Addressed to Miss Louisa W.G. Williams at 312 Williams Ave. SE in Huntsville, Alabama, the envelope features an illustration of the "First Capitol of Alabama, Huntsville, 1819." The envelope is stamped "First Day of Issue."

Program from the Alabama Sesquicentennial Birthday Luncheon in Huntsville, Alabama.

This program includes a menu, a list of luncheon committee members, and a brief historical sketch on the role of Madison County in the creation of the State of Alabama in 1819. Speakers listed include Gov. Albert P. Brewer, Huntsville Mayor Joe Davis, and U. S. Postmaster Winton M. Blount.

"You Are Invited to Visit.. the U.S. ARMY Missile Display at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama."

Reproduction of an 1838 fifty cent note issued by R. J. Manning in Huntsville, Alabama.

The note was reproduced by Henderson National Bank in Huntsville as part of Alabama's sesquicentennial celebration in 1969. The reverse of the bill shows the sesquicentennial logo and an ad for the Huntsville Coin Show.

"The Madison County Courthouse Mural, Huntsville, Alabama."

Reprinted as part of the Alabama sesquicentennial celebration, this pamphlet was originally produced for the dedicated of the new Madison County Courthouse in 1967. Includes an order form for a special sesquicentennial edition of Valley Leaves.

"Steps to the Moon."

This flier highlights Marshall Space Flight Center's role in the lunar landing and illustrates each step of a successful mission, from liftoff at Kennedy Space Center to splashdown in the Pacific Ocean.

NASA Facts leaflet on Marshall Space Flight Center.

The leaflet describes Marshall's role in developing launch vehicles for the space program, its collaboration with NASA facilities in Mississippi and Louisiana, and its research and development operations. Includes a map.

Materials related to the 1819 Alabama constitution.

Produced as part of the Alabama sesquicentennial celebration, the packet includes a flier for Constitution Hall, a copy of the signatures from the 1819 constitution, a brief historical sketch, a list of the delegates to the constitutional convention, and the lyrics to the state song.

Report from the Alabama sesquicentennial celebration held in Huntsville, Alabama.

This report was written by Frederic F. Mellen of Jackson, Mississippi. Mellen was a descendant of Arthur F. Hopkins, a Lawrence County delegate to the 1819 constitutional convention. Mellen recounts his experience at the sesquicentennial events on August 2, 1969, including the birthday luncheon and the ceremony commemorating the signing of the 1819 constitution. He notes that "it is pleasing to see and realize how Huntsville has grown, and that now it is a vast educational and scientific research and development center."

Reproduction of a two dollar note issued by the Huntsville Hotel Company in Huntsville, Alabama.

The note was reproduced by Henderson National Bank in Huntsville as part of Alabama's sesquicentennial celebration in 1969. The reverse of the bill shows the sesquicentennial logo and an ad for the Huntsville Coin Show.

Program from the Alabama sesquicentennial statehood stamp first day of issue ceremony.

The program includes remarks from Huntsville Mayor Joe Davis, Rep. Bob Jones of the 8th Congressional District, Sen. John Sparkman, and other dignitaries from Huntsville and around Alabama.

Two photographs of the Lanier family.

On back: "Anna Barclay Newman, 1845-1931 / Milton H Lanier / " " " Jr. / Annie Troy Lanier } Their father, seated / Robert Troy } with Margaret Troy Lanier

Postcard to Mrs. W. W. Newman from Columbia.

Postcard sent from Venice to Mrs. W. W. Newman, or Ellen W. Newman, in Huntsville, Alabama by Columbia. The front shows a photograph of Columbia and Margie. This postcard was found in a blank envelope with "Mrs. W. W. Newman 427 Locust St. Huntsville Ala." printed on the flap.

Photograph of an unidentified woman.

This photograph was found in a blank envelope with "Mrs. W. W. Newman 427 Locust St. Huntsville Ala." printed on the flap.

Photograph of the White family.

This photograph of the White family was taken in a garden. Marked "For [?] Ellen" on back.

Photograph of Marnie Henson as a baby.

This photograph was probably taken on the porch of the Bibb House. Marnie Henson is Eleanor Hutchens' niece and the daughter of Margaret Hutchens Henson.

Photograph of Marnie Henson with Eleanor Hutchen and Ellen W. Newman.

This photograph was probably taken on the porch of the Bibb House. On back: "R to L -- Ellen W Newman aged 74 / Eleanor Hutchens, 27 / Marnie Henson"

Photograph of Lawson Withers White, James Bradley White, and Lawson Wallace Law White.

Photo subjects, from left to right: Lawson Withers White, James Bradley White, Lawson Wallace Law White. Marked "For [?] Ellen" on back.

Photograph from a debutante ball.

This photograph shows "Wendy and her mother," as identified on the back.

Photograph of an unidentified woman.

Two photographys of Marnie Henson and three other children.

These photographs were probably taken on the steps of the Bibb house. On far left, Marnie Henson; the other children are unidentified. The dog on the top step is identified as "Chris-ol-boy." Identifications are written on back.

Photograph of Marnie Henson and family.

Marnie Henson (far left) is pictured with Ellen W. Newman (far right), Eleanor Hutchen (middle right), and possibly her mother, Margaret Hutchens Henson (middle left). This picture was probably taken on the front steps of the Bibb house.

Photograph of two babies.

Photograph of two babies. The back of the photo card reads "Ira F. Collins, Photographic Art Studio, East Side Public Square, Huntsville, Ala. Frames and Views for Sale, Copyrighted 1889.

Photograph of Susie Withers White.

Photograph of "Susie Withers White?", as identified on the back of the portrait card. On back: "J. O'Neil, Photographer, 949 Broadway, N. Y. (bet. 22d & 23d Sts.)"

Holiday card from Susie and Morton Hutchens.

The holiday card contains a picture of the Bibb house and reads, "Best wishes for a Merry Xmas and a happy New Year / Susan & Morton." On the back Eleanor Hutchens wrote, "I think this was 1937 - ENH."

Photography from Marnie Henson's birthday.

This photograph was taken at the steps of the Bibb house during Marnie Henson's birthday party. Indentified in the photo is Ellen W. Newman (middle) and possibly Marnie's mother, Margaret Hutchens Henson (right). On back: "Mimi & Papa at Marnie Henson's birthday party June 30, 1948? 49?"

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