"Basketville" and the Childers Legacy of Ozark style basket weaving

William F. Childers showing his grandchildren how to weave a basket outside their cabin.

William F. Childers showing his grandchildren how to weave a basket outside their cabin.

William F. Childers helping customers choose baskets along Route 66. Mrs. Hansen, a visitor traveling on the road, took the photograph and sent a copy of the image to "Basketville."
Henry J. Childers showcasing some of his more elaborate baskets.
Henry J. Childers, with his children helping a customer at Artful Woodwork. Left to right: Henry Childers, Mr. Chubb, and Raymond Childers (back row), Bonnie, Bernice, and Elbert Childers (front row).
Basket factory at Clementine, Mo., operated by members of the Childers family, Left to right: Harry Thompson, husband of Amy Childers; George Ruckman, husband of Janettie Childers; Andrew Childers on the shave horse, Chester Ruckman, in the background with a basket; William F. Childers, seated with basket; George Ruckman Jr., standing near the door.