The Jackson Purchase Historical Society will hold his first meeting of 2026 on Saturday, January 17th at 10:30 at the Calloway County Public Library, 710 Main Street in Murray beginning at 10:30.
The speaker will be Steven Hunter who will discuss his book Oklama (My People): The Story of Our Choctaw Ancestors and People.
In his book Steven Hunter discusses important individuals, traditions, and facts about Choctaw life, past and present. He offers both a nod to the Choctaw and an eye-opening experience for the reader. Hunter recalls memories of his Choctaw childhood and family; as he ages it may all soon be lost, this book is an effort to preserve Choctaw history and heritage for future generations. “The JPHS is pleased to have Steven Hunter as our speaker as we begin a new year of programs” JPHS President Bill Mulligan offered. “One of our principal goals is to present the full spectrum of our history and this program will bring much forward that is not well-known,” he concluded.
Steven Hunter at pastor at the Glendale Road Church of Christ in Murray and is active in a number of community organizations, including the Murray Rotary Club. He has a PhD from Faulkner University.
