Annie Taylor McCrimmon grew up in Chatham county and has a B.A. in sociology from UNC-CH. She worked with the office of the Dean of UNC’s Department of Education until her retirement, and has written many histories and historical overviews for local churches and communities. She is featured in the Voices of Chatham oral history project, and believes that it is essential to pay homage to the generations that preceded us in order to appreciate the value of our heritage and inform our future.
Associate Professor Alvis Dunn teaches Latin American History, North Carolina History, Humanities, and Geography. Dr. Dunn earned his doctorate at UNC Chapel Hill and teaches at UNC Asheville. He was born and raised in Bonlee, Chatham County, North Carolina, the son of postal employees who also farmed and ran a hardware store. Guatemala is his second home and his most recent work there has focused on US Citizens, who like him, have come to love that country.
Snuffy Smith was a stay at home dad when his family started out in Chatham county—Siler City and Pittsboro. He’s known for many things: the museum of artifacts in his home, being “best landlord ever,” and for playing bass & singing with the famous Chatham band Bluegrass Experience for 50 years.
Pam Smith owned the legendary local vintage store Beggars and Choosers for 40 years, during which she costumed many movies and conducted vintage fashion shows. She has been auctioneer for many fundraisers over the decades, as well as a beloved actor in community theatre. When Pam & Snuffy have a party, there are usually multitudes present!
Jane Allen Wilson is the youngest of a large beloved Pittsboro family, and is known for her skills as an theatre improv actor and director—she performed for years with the local professional improv troupe Transactors & currently hosts improv shows at The Plant once a month. She loves to travel, and has given back to her local community by working with domestic violence survivors and as a member of the county school board.
A part of NC State University’s Language and Life project, Voices of Chatham aims to preserve the stories of Chatham County before it undergoes massive change. As a result of collecting nearly 100 unique interviews, Voices of Chatham researchers are developing an online oral history exhibit, an in depth virtual tour of Chatham County, and a documentary film highlighting the views of local residents. In keeping with the mission of the Language & Life Project, Voices of Chatham hopes to thank the community for its participation in the project by offering in depth materials that highlight the beauty and culture of the community.
