The City of Edna is calling on residents, past and present, to help tell the story of its rich history by sharing photographs that capture the city’s development from its founding in 1882 to modern times. Photos will be used to promote the city’s rich history at the upcoming Flag Day celebration on Saturday, June 13.
From dirt roads to downtown storefronts, family homes to community landmarks, each photo is a puzzle piece in Edna’s evolving portrait. The City of Edna aims to collect and showcase these images as part of the upcoming community event to highlight how Edna has grown, changed, and thrived across generations.
“We know the heart of Edna lives in the memories of its people,” said Lance Smiga, Edna Mayor. “These photographs will help us preserve those memories and share them with visitors and younger residents who may not have seen just how far our city has come.”
Community members are encouraged to submit photos of:
• Historic buildings, streets, and neighborhoods • Community events and gatherings
• Local businesses, schools, and churches
• Everyday life in Edna throughout the decades All hand-delivered photos will be carefully handled, digitally preserved, and returned to their owners immediately.
Submission Details: Photos may be submitted by dropping them off at City Hall or emailing scanned copies to City Hall at [email protected]. All submissions should include your name, contact information, and any known details about the photo, such as approximate date, location, and people featured.
This initiative is more than a history project, it’s a community time capsule in motion, capturing the spirit of Edna through the lenses of those who have lived it.
For more information, please contact City Hall at 361-782-3122.
Let’s bring Edna’s story to life—one photograph at a time.
