by Kristine Schmucker, HCHM Curator
This Saturday is Halloween and we were wondering what are your favorite memories of Halloween?
Did you . . .
Trick-or-Treat and carry a special bag like the one below?

Trick-or-Treat Bag, cardboard and paper with wire handle, from the home of Lucile Mitchell Miller, n.d.
Have a favorite candy?
A favorite costume?
A favorite party game?

Halloween Party, possibly taken in the auditorium of the Newton City Building, W. 6th, Newton, n.d. Ben McCraw 3rd from right in 2nd standing row.
A year ago, Dan Hollingshead shared memories of creating halloween art for downtown businesses.

Halloween Painting by Dan Hollingshead in the window of Frey’s Jewelry, 1964. Courtesy Dan Hollingshead.
Feel free to share your Halloween memories in the comment section below or on our Facebook page. We’d love to hear your stories!