The story behind evelyn's creative center
The Goal
Evelyn's Creative Center will be a children’s space in the new Texas County library in Houston Missouri that is planned to be built in 2024. This space is made possible with friends and family of 9-year-old Evelyn Dieckhaus.
The Inspiration
Nine-year-old Evelyn lost her earthly life Monday, March 27, 2023 along with classmates William, Hallie and three faculty members in the Nashville school shooting.
Evelyn was an artist, deep thinker, problem solver and compassionate friend to old and young alike. She loved God, animals and children; had a strong faith and made those around her feel important. Each summer, Evelyn visited her grandparent’s “Kamp Houston” with her sister and cousins. Bugs were collected, turtle houses built, t-shirts dyed and fish caught. Evelyn hoped to be an occupational therapist and work with special needs children.
It is love of Evelyn that is the inspiration for this children’s space in the Library.
The Plan
Evelyn's Creative Center will include a mural with a bug’s eye view of local plant and animal life, bug boards, a craft area with storage to make houses for “Hungry Caterpillars”, and easy comfy seating. The goal is for children and adults to be inspired by art and the miraculous beauty of nature that up close observation creates.
Join Us!
It is our intention to carry out this project and future ones with intentional love. “Love is the most powerful source of change.” Evelyn was a force of love. We are thankful for hers - and yours in making the Creative Center a reality.
Make a Donation
Make a tax-deductible donation and help us remember Evelyn Dieckhaus and touch future generations of children with Evelyn's Creative Center.