Mansfield: 33rd Ohio Civil War Collectors’ Show

By Kristina, posted on January 27th, 2010.

[ May 1, 2010 to May 2, 2010. ] One of the largest shows in the country! Dealers from across the country set up at this long time running show. For additional information: (419) 884-2194 or info@ohiocivilwarshow.com. Look for The Friends and Descendants of Johnson’s Island Civil War Prison Site tables for displays, information and gifts.

Location: Richland County Fairgrounds, Mansfield, OH

Fulton County Receives Sesquicentennial Grant

By Kristina, posted on January 21st, 2010.

Congratulations to the Fulton County Historical Society! They have been awarded a $1,500 research grant from the Ohio Humanities Council to implement a sesquicentennial commemoration project.
The Society’s five year project, “Hell & Homefront: Civil War Through Fulton County Eyes” will contain exhibits, educational programs and a publication on the history of Fulton County from the [...]

Sunbury: Fireside Chat with General Rosecrans

By Kristina, posted on January 12th, 2010.

[ January 16, 2010; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. February 20, 2010; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. March 20, 2010; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Please join the General Rosecrans’ Department of the Ohio Headquarters Unit for a truly one-of-a-kind experience! As you stop into the Historic 1816 Myers Inn, you will be transported to another era! Enjoy delicious, home-made dessert bar and beverage by candlelight, which will be hosted by staff in Civil War period clothing. You will then [...]

Newark: “The Life of POWs at Johnson’s Island Civil War Prison” Lecture

By Kristina, posted on January 12th, 2010.

[ February 21, 2010; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] The Works Civil War Lecture Series:

Dr. David Bush, Professor of Anthropology at Heidelberg University will talk about his archaeological work on Johnson’s Island in Lake Erie.

Each lecture will begin with a “Local History Moment,” presented by Licking County Historical Society, featuring a fascinating artifact from our county’s past.

Admission: $7 adults, $5 seniors, Works’ members FREE. [...]

Newark: “Too Young to Die: Boy Soldiers of the Union Army” Lecture

By Kristina, posted on January 12th, 2010.

[ January 17, 2010; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] The Works Civil War Lecture Series:

An illustrated lecture by Ohio author Dennis Keesee. The author will sell and sign his books at the lecture.

Each lecture will begin with a “Local History Moment,” presented by Licking County Historical Society, featuring a fascinating artifact from our county’s past.

Admission: $7 adults, $5 seniors, Works’ members FREE. Admission includes [...]