Hemingway-Pfeiffer museum donates copy of John Hemingway book to library

Keeping with a tradition that began in 2003, the Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center donated a book to the Piggott Public Library last week. The museum donates a book to the library each year in remembrance of the birthdays of Ernest Hemingway and Pauline Pfeiffer, and in tribute to her parents, Paul and Mary Pfeiffer.

Mrs. Pfeiffer was on the library board of directors in 1937 during the fundraising and construction of the original library building, which now houses John Lingle's law office. The couple also matched funds raised by Piggott residents and, although the transaction was not recorded, it's believed they paid for the lot where the library was built.

Last week, although it was a bit late this year, museum assistant director Diana Sanders presented a copy of "Strange Tribe" to librarian Gay Johnson. The book was penned by John Hemingway, grandson of Ernest and Pauline, and centers on the relationship between the famous author and John's father Gregory.

John Hemingway held a book signing at the museum July 30 and addressed a large crowd as the facility celebrated its 10th anniversary.

The Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center is an Arkansas State University Heritage Site. Public tours are offered on the hour, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Fridays and from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturdays. The museum is closed Sunday and major holidays. Those wanting more information may call 870-598-3487.