An Old West Historic Reenactment Group, NonProfit, 501(c)3

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The Legends of Crossroads

AKA

Wild West History - The Fun Way

      A real love for the "Old West", and keeping that "Old West" alive are qualities that are shared by a group of men and women from Winnsboro, Texas, who delight in re-enacting living history for all to enjoy.  This group came to life in May, 2012, as The Legends of Crossroads, representing the two crossing roads where the town of Winnsboro began in the early 1850's.  This non-profit group is made up of players who are all members of RGA - Reenactment Guild of America.

       Pete Hitzemann AKA Big John, Zane Hartman AKA Reno, Christine Hartman AKA Bubbling Brook, Billy Jones AKA Big Jake, David Simpson AKA Cullen Montgomery, Mary Karen Simpson AKA Mary Karen the Heart Stealer, Pam Dumse AKA Pepper Tejas, Randy Dumse AKA Beano, Stan Johnson AKA Trinity, John Alexander AKA Judge Roy Spleen, Karen Campbell AKA Krafty Karen, and Carolyn Jones are all dedicated to educating their audiences on the history of the Old West, including historical events from the Winnsboro area such as the infamous Fowlers and Pine Brothers' shootouts.

      Along with dramatic and comedic re-enactments, The Legends of Crossroads is dedicated to teaching gun safety to children and giving back to the community through various activities such as visiting nursing homes and "jail and bails" that have benefited the local food bank and library.  They have performed for audiences in Sulphur Springs, Alba, and at events in Winnsboro including the Spring Festival, Farmers' Market, Wild West Days, Autumn Trails Antique Car Show, and at the library.

      The Legends of Crossroads work to create a positive learning experience about the "Old West" during the 1865 to 1900 time period.  They believe that this time period forged values and attitudes that still influence life today. 

Member of Winnsboro Chamber of Commerce, Winnsboro Area Merchants Association, Franklin County Chamber of Commerce, Reenactors Guild of America, True West Historical Society, National Registry of Living Historians, Texas Ranger Law Enforcement Association