The Cuero Heritage Museum introduced its newest exhibit using colorized historical photos to detail the rich and extensive history of Indianola: “Honoring Our Mother: Indianola in Color.†The exhibit, running from Feb. 1 through June 1, offers visitors a unique, immersive experience, pulling the history of Indianola into the modern age.

The exhibit tells the story of the port city of Indianola and its place in Texas history through carefully restored and colorized historical images. The port city has a deep connection to the city of Cuero that is highlighted in the exhibit.

“From the world’s first mechanically refrigerated beef shipment to the devastating hurricanes that reshaped the region, this exhibit captures Indianola’s triumphs and tragedies in vivid detail,†according to a Cuero Heritage Museum press release.

The Indianola exhibit will feature an accompanying video detailing firsthand accounts of the city in addition to the colorized photos. The video, “Reminiscences of Indianola, Her Memory Lives On,†includes historical stories, documents and experiences from individuals who helped cement Indianola’s historical importance.

“The video includes Capt. J.M. Reuss’ Civil War letter to Major Dan D. Shea, the harrowing Sheppard family story from the 1886 hurricane, the poignant poem ‘Where is My Home’ and A.J. Coutret’s gripping account of the 1875 hurricane,†according to the press release.

Through these harrowing personal narratives and the strong visual storytelling of the video, “Honoring Our Mother: Indianola in Color,†provides visitors with an educational journey back in time.

“This exhibit honors the legacy of Indianola by reimagining its history in full color,†Amber Fitts Jones, Cuero Heritage Museum director, said in the press release. “The colorized images allow us to see Indianola as its residents once did, creating a deeper connection to their stories and struggles.â€

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