Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- Delaine Donaldson of the Effingham County Cultural Center & Museum stopped by the studio to explain how everything came together to repair the Lawrence Durre statue, and how connections were made in the process. Durre was killed in WWI due to a gas attack, and a statue was made by Nellie Boyd to remember him after his death.
You can listen to the interview below.
Thanks to Delaine Donaldson for sharing the story of how the community came together to restore a part of our local history. All the connections made, along with help from local individuals and businesses, show how the local community works together for a common cause.
You can find more information on the museum and learn more about the County’s history at effinghamcountymuseum.org.
This is part of a monthly series of interviews that will continue next month.
This interview was conducted by Derek Warren, News Director for Cromwell Media, Effingham
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