Former George Rogers Clark Park Ranger Dennis (Lat-Ah) Latta has been reappointed as County Historian by the state’s Historical Society. Latta is among 92 men and women lending their talents to the County Historian Program, which was established in 1981 in an effort to improve the historical communication network across the state. As a county historian, Latta serves as a resource for the county’s historical and genealogical organizations, acts as a liaison between statewide agencies and answers questions from the public about Knox County’s traditions and legacy.
Latta brings a wealth of experience to the job having worked for the National Park Service for 31 years as a park ranger at the George Rogers Clark National Historic Park. He also serves as Director of Grouseland.