[ September 9, 2011; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Walk the hallowed grounds of Cedar Hill Cemetery and hear stories of Licking County citizens of the past who played a role in the Civil War.

Details: Free for Licking County Historical Society Members,$5 Non-Members

Sponsor: Licking County Historical Society

Location: Cedar Hill Cemetery, 275 N. Cedar Street, Newark Ohio

For more information, please visit lchsohio.org.

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[ April 17, 2011; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Join the Newark Public Library for a rousing lecture featuring Doug Gill, member of the Society of Civil War Surgeons. This lecture focuses on how the South fared “medically” during the Civil War. The discussion will be followed by a demonstration of a simple amputation that might have been performed after a battle.

Location: Newark Library [...]

[ July 8, 2011; 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] The Licking County Historical Society invites you to attend this annual dinner, which celebrates the people and activities of the LCHS during the past year. This wonderful evening includes socializing, dinner and a Civil War era program.

Details: Event is open to the public. $20 Licking County Historical Society Members, $24 Non-Members

Location: Buckingham Meeting House, Veterans’ [...]

[ June 18, 2011; 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm. ] Join the Licking County Historical Society for a delightful luncheon while listening to the story of Central Ohioan Mary Ann Bickerdyke, known to many as “Mother Bickerdyke”, due to her devoted nursing of soldiers during the Civil War.

Details: $13 Licking County Historical Society Members, $15 Non-Members

Location: Buckingham Meeting House, Veterans’ Park, 6th & Main St., [...]

[ May 28, 2011; 8:00 am to 11:00 am. ] Join the Licking County Historical Society for a delicious breakfast in honor Newark’s local hero, Johnny Clem. This delicious breakfast buffet will also include music, speakers, Civil War displays and even a visit from Johnny and his sister Lizzie.

Details: $7 Adults, $3 Children Under 12, Discount for Licking County Historical Society Members. Tickets may be [...]