Art, history mesh in the Hughes family home

  • Alice Hughes (left) has lived in Oglethorpe County for nearly 20 years. As Alice's health continues to get worse, her daughter, Vyvyan (right) is living with her. "About four years ago, mom had her first fall on Lexington Road," Vyvyan said. "I’m here more times than not." (Saylor Williams/The Oglethorpe Echo)
    Alice Hughes (left) has lived in Oglethorpe County for nearly 20 years. As Alice's health continues to get worse, her daughter, Vyvyan (right) is living with her. "About four years ago, mom had her first fall on Lexington Road," Vyvyan said. "I’m here more times than not." (Saylor Williams/The Oglethorpe Echo)

     

    Hand-carved wooden sculptures, neon art and thoughtfully crafted phrases in Alice Hughes’ home are testaments to her family’s love of art and history.

     

    Throughout it all, she has stood by on…