(PCM+) Nicholson Auction

& the Life of Homer

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“It is only an auctioneer who can equally and impartially admire all schools of art.”

~Oscar Wilde,
Irish Writer and Playwright,
The Critic as Artist, 1891

Although there is so much to the life led by Homer Nicholson, his business Nicholson Auction & Real Estate is one area of his life that has been handled by the partnership of him and his wife, Barbara. The two have been true partners in this endeavor since 1993, a decade before Nicholson retired from Geophysics with Conoco. Just recently, they and their business received the Ponca City Chamber’s Business Partner of the Year for 2024.

Chamber CEO/President Shelly Arrott says, “Decisions are based on the impact the business has made on the Chamber and the community.” The award is given annually after a process that involves numerous individuals in the selection. Brooke Jones, chair of the Business Council Committee, presented this year’s award, saying, “This dynamic duo has consistently supported local organizations, schools and charitable events. From sponsoring initiatives to volunteering resources and time, their contributions have left a lasting legacy of generosity and service.”