History
Meet Oskar Schindler
Nelsonville Public Library 95 W Washington St, Nelsonville, Ohio2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz and Birkenau concentration camps. Experienced performer Ken Hammontree joins us as Oskar Schindler (1908-1974), sharing how this German businessman and member of the Nazi party was instrumental in saving 1,300 Jews from the Holocaust.
Civil War: Personal Stories w/ Jim Kleefeld
Jackson City LibraryHear captivating stories and see personal artifacts.
Ventures into the Little Cities of Black Diamonds
Eclipse Company Store 11309 Jackson Dr, The Plains, OH, United StatesSecret labor meetings, mine disasters, millionaire owners, and immigrant connections. Join local guides for three-hour journeys into the history and culture of the coal-mining region of the Hocking Valley on April 18 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Each tour includes stops and “behind the scenes” excursions into local stories of Sunday and Monday Creek... Read More
26TH ANNUAL HARRISON COAL & RECLAMATION HISTORICAL PARK DINNER-AUCTION
Hopedale VFD Social Hall 103 Firehouse Lane, Hopedale, United StatesHOPEDALE VFD SOCIAL HALL 103 FIREHOUSE LANE HOPEDALE, OHIO DOORS OPEN AT 4:30PM DINNER AT 5:30PM AUCTION AROUND 7:30PM SPEAKER: CHRIS RUNYAN, PRESIDENT OF THE OHIO CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION AUCTIONEER: RICK KEFFER, RICK KEFFER AUCTIONS TICKETS: $20.00. INCLUDES BUFFET STYLE DINNER, DRINKS, & MORE. LIVE & CHINESE AUCTIONS. FOR RESERVATIONS, INFORMATION, OR DONATE ITEMS... Read More
UpBEAT History Group: Evolution of Mental Health
VirtualUpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is a program for those 55 years and older. Membership is free. To join UpBEAT and receive our monthly newsletter, or for program information, call Caitlin Bond, UpBEAT Program Coordinator, at (740) 566.4680. The UpBEAT History Group continues to meet virtually. Presenters range from local historical society associates to... Read More
UpBEAT History Group: Exploring Remnants of Marietta and Cincinnati Railroad Lines
255501UpBEAT (Be Educated and Active Together) is a program for those 55 years and older. Membership is free. To join UpBEAT and receive our monthly newsletter, or for program information, call Caitlin Bond, UpBEAT Program Coordinator, at (740) 566.4680. The UpBEAT History Group continues to meet virtually. Presenters range from local historical society associates to... Read More
UpBEAT History Group: Tips, Tricks and Tools for Writing a Personal History
VirtualThe UpBEAT History Group continues to meet virtually. Presenters range from local historical society associates to a variety of other community members who offer a wealth of information about historical interests. Life histories, memoir and other kinds of life writing date back to at least Augustine and are a valuable tool for understanding both daily... Read More
Little Cities of Black Diamonds Virtual Week
A WEEK OF VIDEOS, PICTURES AND SONGS FEATURING THE LITTLE CITIES REGION IN THE 1920's Log on to www.lcbdohio.org for more information and to see the following videos debuting at 7:00pm each night. Monday, October 5 • The Tecumseh Theater We’ll feature the history of Shawnee and its historic theater on Main Street, including a... Read More
UpBEAT History Group: Moundbuilders
VirtualThe UpBEAT History Group continues to meet virtually. Presenters range from local historical society associates to a variety of other community members who offer a wealth of information about historical interests. Did you know that some of the remaining earthworks in the southeastern quadrant of the state have been nominated for World Heritage status, and,... Read More