Phillips County Museum News for Wednesday, November 9, 2022

It has been a whirlwind week! By the time you read this, we will have another successful Specialty Fair in the books and be all prepped and ready for the start of the PC Historical Society Christmas Festival. Plus, we can’t forget to vote on Tuesday, and to honor our Veterans on Friday!

In the buzz of it all, it was interesting to learn that the old armory was named in honor of former Malta mayor, M. Sgt. George Hoynes. When the building was dedicated in 1965, M. Sgt. Hoynes was honored with a plaque and an inscribed TV lamp for his 22 years of service with the National Guard, including five years on active duty during World War II. Telegrams from the White House, the Governor, and other dignitaries were read, and guests enjoyed coffee, cookies, and dancing.

George and his wife Edna were dedicated community members and served in countless civic organizations, including being a lifetime member of the PC Historical Society and a former board member of the museum.

The Phillips County Museum remains open Monday-Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm, from April through December.