Past Exhibits 2016
General Industries: An Historical Tribute
End date to be determined The Lorain
County Historical Society (LCHS) is pleased to announce a new exhibit currently
on view, General Industries: An Historical Tribute. The exhibit will be
on view for several months and its end date is to be determined. There are
approximately 20 items on display that will give you a moment of nostalgia as
you look at the company’s products and view a series of videos to drop back in
time and see how General Industries and its predecessors contributed to the
industrialization of America and the modernization of the items we use every
day from automobiles, Dean Electric Telephone; Meisselbach Fishing Reels,
Automatic Record Changer and Plastic Newspaper tubes to name a few.
Items on
display are from the LCHS collection, which includes a substantial gift of
products, photographs and corporate records from General Industries recently
donated by former Elyria resident James Callihan, who worked for General
Industries from 1952 to 1990 when he retired as Senior Vice President.
The exhibit
is on view at the Lorain County History Center, located at 284 Washington
Avenue, Elyria, Ohio. Admission is $5 per adult, ages 13 to 18, $3.00, children
6 to 12, $2.00, and six and under and LCHS members are free. Hours are Tuesday
through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Beckett Industries Exhibition, February 17, 2015 through July 2015 The special exhibition on Beckett Industries
features over 20 items, including a Commodore M Series, Genisys circuit
boards and other items in the Lorain County History Center’s rotating
gallery through July 2015. Also included in the exhibition is a display
of Main Street Lorain,
a diorama depicting representative communities in the 20th century
including 13 Elyria Savings& Trust National Bank car banks. The Keeping them Running
display is also included with photographs of automotive service
stations of the first half of the 20th century along with memorabilia of
items that could be purchased in such service stations like oil cans.
This exhibition is included in the price of admission which is $5 per
adult and ages 13 to 18, $3.00 and children 6 to 12, $2.00 (Children
under six and LCHS Members FREE). Please call LCHS at 440-322-3341 for
more information. Location is at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria.    
Greek Revival Houses of Lorain County, through May 31, 2014
The Lorain County Historical Society is
pleased to announce its new exhibition Greek Revival Houses of Lorain County,
on view through May 31, 2014 at the Lorain County History Center located at 284
Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio. This exhibition of 28 photographs chronicle
the architectural design of a selection of Greek
Revival homes in Lorain County. Admission: adults $5; ages 13-18, $3; children 6-12, $2. Under six
and LCHS members are free. Hours: Tuesday
through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more
information, please call LCHS at (440) 322-3341 or visit www.lchs.org.
Vintage Toy Exhibition at the Lorain County History Center, December 3, 2013 through February 28, 2014.
The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) will feature a Vintage Toy Exhibition,
featuring a selection of approximately 30 vintage toys from the LCHS
collection as well as from some private collections. Enjoy seeing some
of the types of toys you played with as a child, or see the items
Grandma and Grandpa were thrilled to receive in years gone by! There
will be a “hands-on” area with reproduction vintage toys for visitors to
enjoy playing with. This exhibition is included with admission to the
Lorain County History Center. Admission: adults $5;
ages 13-18, $3; children 6-12, $2. Under six and LCHS members are free.
The Lorain County History Center is located at 284 Washington Avenue,
Elyria, OH 44035. Hours: Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The History Center will be closed on December 24, 25 and January 1. For more information, please call LCHS at (440) 322-3341 or visit lchs.org. The
attached images are of some of the toys that will be in this vintage
toy exhibition. The Mascon Toys are sure to bring back wonderful
memories. These toys were made in Lorain, OH. The Mascon Toy Co. began
in January 1965. It was originally the Steel Stamping Co. In 1971 it was
estimated that it made about 50 different plastic toys for
preschoolers. It operated at 3553 Broadway, Lorain, OH until December
1974.
Sacred Landmarks Exhibition
March 10, 2013 - December 2013
The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) is pleased to announce Sacred Landmarks,
an exhibition on view March 10, 2013 through December 2013 at the
Lorain County History Center located at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria,
Ohio 44035. This exhibition includes 14 posters of color and black/white
photographs featuring the architecture of Lorain County churches that
were built before 1900 and continue in operation today in the same
building with the same congregation. Several artifacts will also be on
view. The exhibition was organized by the Lorain County Historical
Society and the Lorain County Sacred Landmarks Initiative. The
exhibition is included with the price of admission to the Lorain County
History Center.
A grand opening event is scheduled for April 6, 2013, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
This featured exhibition includes 14 posters of color and black/white photographs featuring the architecture of
many of the earliest churches in Lorain County. The very earliest show
the favored architecture of the time known as Western Reserve Greek
Revival, which was known to the settlers who came to the Western Reserve
from Connecticut. A majority of these settlers were Protestant
Congregationalists of one denomination or another. Those churches
constructed in the later 1800s were often of the Gothic Revival style.
These slightly later settlers came from varied religious denominations
including Roman Catholic. In addition, some artifacts from various
churches will also be in display.
The Lorain County History Center, located at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria Ohio is open for tours, which includes the exhibition, from 10 a.m.
to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Friday and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
Admission: Adults $5; Children (ages 13-18) $3; Children (ages 6-12) $2;
Children under six and LCHS Members FREE. Group Tours of 10 or more are
$4 per person. For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 or visit us at www.lchs.org.
The Garford Family Exhibition at The Hickories Museum
Through May 31, 2014
If you have enjoyed watching Downton Abbey
on PBS then you will enjoy visiting The Hickories Museum, an 1895
mansion that lets you step back into the lifestyle of one of Lorain
County’s wealthy families, The Garfords who lived there between 1896 to
1933. The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) is pleased to announce
their current exhibit at The Hickories Museum, The Garford Family,
through August 31, 2013, featuring three of Mrs. Garfords dresses, one
dating around the 1880s and two between 1900 to the 1920s and one of Mr.
Garford’s outfits also dating between 1900 to the 1920s along with
several items about their family and businesses from the LCHS archive.
LCHS
Archivist Eric Greenly said, “It has been between 4- 5 years since the
three dresses of Mrs. Garford’s and the outfit of Arthur Garford’s have
been on display.” The exhibit also includes three Garford bicycle seats,
information on the Garford Automobile, Garford family history and some
of the events they hosted, including each of their daughter’s
weddings. Various Garford photographs and newspaper articles are
included in the display.
The
Hickories Museum, 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, OH is open for tours of
which the exhibit is included from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through
Friday and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. Admission: Adults $5; Children
(ages 13-18) $3; Children (ages 6-12) $2; Children under six and LCHS
Members FREE. For more information please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341
or visit us at www.lchs.org.
Past 2016 Events Lorain County Historical Society BBQ and AuctionOctober 8, 2016, 5:00p.m. to 8:00p.m.
Lorain County Historical Society is pleased to announce tickets are now available for its 12th Annual BBQ and Auction
on October 8, 2016 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.at Jack Matia Honda located at
823 Leona Street in Elyria, Ohio. All you can eat chicken and ribs by
Big Dog Catering. The dinner includes coleslaw, potato salad, baked
beans, rolls w/ butter, bottled water, coffee and dessert. Cash bar. Pre-sale tickets only are
now available for $30 per person. For tickets, contact The Lorain
County Historical Society at (440) 322-3341. All tickets will be mailed
unless purchased close to the event date. Proceeds benefit the maintenance of The Hickories Museum and the Lorain County History Center and the programming of the Lorain County History Center. This event is open to the public. Annual Preservation Expo April 30, 2016, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) is pleased to announce its Annual Preservation Expo will be held on April 30, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Carnegie Center, located at 329 West 10th
Street, Lorain, Ohio. The public is invited to this free exhibit where
guests will view posters and photographs presented by local historical
groups of the Lorain County Preservation Network on various preservation
projects throughout Lorain County. Two
guest speakers will address the value of heritage in the development of
neighborhoods and downtown areas and are Kathleen Crowther, President
of Cleveland Restoration Society, speaking on “The Value of Heritage as a
Community Revitalization Tool” from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. and Tom Starinsky,
Associate Director of Historic Gateway Neighborhood Corporation and
Historic Warehouse District Development Corporation, speaking on “The
Role of Historic Preservation in Sustaining our Cities” from 2 p.m. to 3
p.m. The
Lorain County Historical Society developed the Lorain County
Preservation Network, an association of county groups fostering interest
in the preservation of historic properties in the county. Grants from
the Community Foundation of Lorain County along with your generous
support of the Lorain County Historical Society has enabled us to enrich
and preserve some of the places that make the Lorain County community
special. For more information contact LCHS Executive Director Bill Bird at 440-322-3341 or lchs@lchs.org. Spring Walk May 1, 2016, 2 p.m. Spring
Walk in Cascade Park given by The Friends of Cascade Park co-sponsored
by the Lorain County Historical Society and the Lorain County Metro
Parks. This event is free and open to the public. Starts at The
Hickories Museum, 509 Washington Ave., Elyria. Ice Cream Social July 10, 2016, 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m.
Join
us at The Hickories for the LCHS Annual Ice Cream Social. Tickets are
$5 pre-sale and are $6 on the day of the event. Your ticket includes ice
cream, cake or pie, and a tour of The Hickories. Come and enjoy some
olden time fun on the lawn of The Hickories!! Please call the office at
440-322-3341 or email lchs@lchs.org for tickets. We will be happy to
mail you the tickets if requested!!
Spring Garden LuncheonJune 4, 2016, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Join
us for a lovely spring luncheon at the beautiful Hickories Mansion on
Washington Avenue. Enjoy a casual afternoon of flowers, food, and fun.
$18 per person ($15 LCHS members) This event is open to the public.
Advanced ticket purchase is recommended, seating is limited. For tickets
call 440-322-3341 or email lchs@lchs.org. Youth History Camp 2016 June 20-24, 2016, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) offers fun in the sun for children 6 to 11 years of age. Its Youth History Camp
will be held June 20-24, 2016 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. providing
campers with a week-long educational program focusing on Lorain County
history. The campers engage in a fun-filled series of activities about a
different historical topic each day.
The schedule is as follows: June 20 This Old House. Learn more about the variety of homes and buildings in your community. June 21 Reuse and Recycle like a pioneer. Discover the ways the pioneers reused and recycled everything they from animal fat to rags. June 22 Victorian Children’s Pastimes. Discover the fun of croquet, dominoes and baseball, Victorian style. June 23
Back to Nature. Explore the grounds of the Hickories Museum and nearby
Elywood Park to discover plants and animals that have been part of
Lorain county history. June 24 Teddy is More than Just a Bear. Find out about our 26th President, Theodore Roosevelt and his connection to teddy bears, nature conservation and Lorain county. All
events begin and end at The Hickories, 509 Washington Ave. in Elyria.
Teens interested in volunteering, please call (440) 322-3341 for more
information. Fee: $7 per day or $30 for all five camps. Preregistration required. Click here for the LCHS Youth History Camp 2016 Flyer. To register, call the LCHS office at (440) 322-3341.   
Past 2015 Events
Elyria Historical Association Holiday Ornament Fundraiser EHA’s new logo design of the Elyria High School Washington Building 1894 was chosen as the image for their Seventh Annual Holiday Ornament
fundraiser. The ornaments are available for $7 each or three for $20 at
The Lorain County History Center, located at 284 Washington Avenue,
Elyria, OH or by calling (440) 322-3341. Women's Association Wreath Fundraiser Through Nov. 21, 2015 The
Women’s Association, an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical
Society (LCHS) continues their popular holiday tradition of creating
festive holiday wreaths each year as a fundraiser for LCHS. This
season, enjoy the fresh fragrance of the holidays with our hand
decorated live balsam fir wreaths. The wreath this year is decorated
with the ever popular plaid bow and a gold spray. The design and quality
will make it possible to display your wreath well into the New Year!
These festive seasonal decorations are available for $30 per wreath make
great holiday gifts! Mailing boxes are available for $3 each for
shipping a wreath to family or friends. Gift certificates for wreaths
are also available for $30. To order one or more wreath(s), please visit
www.lchs.orgto fill out a wreath order form
or contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 to place your order. Please place
your order by November 27, 2015. All proceeds benefit The Lorain County
Historical Society. The
wreaths will be ready for pick up on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1 from 12 p.m. to
4 p.m. at The Lorain County History Center, located at 284 Washington
Avenue, Elyria, Ohio 44035. Holiday Gala at The Hickories Museum December, 11, 2015, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Toast the holiday at The Hickories Museum during one of the most magical times of the year at the Holiday Party
to be held on December 11, 2015 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ticket price of
$30 per person includes hors d oeuvres, spirits and musical
entertainment. Please contact LCHS office at (440) 322-3341 for more
information or visit www.lchs.org. This event is open to the public. Victorian Holiday Program December, 21, 2015, 10 a.m. to noon The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) is pleased to present a Victorian Holidayprogram for ages 6-12 years old on Dec. 21, 2015, 10 a.m. to noon. Children will make an ornament and card while
learning about Victorian holiday customs and food. Tour of the
decorated Hickories Museum included. Cost is $4 for LCHS members and $6
for non-members. Register by calling LCHS at 440-322-3341. This event is
open to the public and will be held at The Hickories Museum located at
509 Washington Ave., Elyria. Elyria Historical Association Quarterly Meeting Janaury, 27, 2016, 7 p.m. EHA quarterly meetings are held at The Lorain County History Center , located at 284 Washington
Avenue, Elyria, Ohio. Following the business meeting, a program
relevant to Elyria’s history will be presented. Guests are welcome to
attend. For more information call (440) 322-3341.
Walk the Square: a Trip Through Time September 12, 2015, 1 p.m. Please join the Lorain County Historical Society for Walk the Square: a Trip Through Time
on September 12, 2015 at 1 p.m. This walking tour of Elyria, Ohio’s
downtown square will begin at The Lorain County History Center, located
at 284 Washington Ave. The tour will last an hour long, depending upon
participation with participants walking just over a mile. Tour fee will
be $5 for non-members and free for LCHS members. Please call the LCHS
office to reserve your spot on the tour 440-322-3341. Over 20 attended this tour in August. Bar-B-Q October 10, 2015, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Lorain County Historical Society is pleased to announce tickets are now available for its 11th Annual Bar-B-Q and Auction
on October 10, 2015 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.at Jack Matia Honda located at
823 Leona Street in Elyria, Ohio. All you can eat chicken and ribs by
Big Dog Catering. The dinner includes coleslaw, potato salad, baked
beans, rolls w/ butter, bottled water, coffee and dessert. Cash bar. Pre-sale tickets only are
now available for $30 per person. For tickets, contact The Lorain
County Historical Society at (440) 322-3341. All tickets will be mailed
unless purchased close to the event date. Proceeds benefit the
maintenance of The Hickories Museum, the programming of LCHS and the
Lorain County History Center. This event is open to the public. The Preservation Expo October, 17, 2015, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The
Preservation Expo, a display of poster boards showing preservation
projects from various communities in the county will be held on October
17, 2015 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Oberlin Public Library located at
65 South Main Street, Oberlin, OH. This year the Expo will include
exhibits from Amherst, Avon, Elyria, Lorain, Oberlin, Sheffield, and
possibly others. This is a free event and open to the public. Golf Scramble Please join us for the seventh annual LCHS Golf Scramble
to be held on August 13, 2015, shot gun start at 11:30 a.m. at the
Forest Hills Golf Course, located at 41971 Oberlin-Elyria Road, Elyria,
Ohio 44035.
The
four-person scramble, $85 per golfer or $340 per scramble team,
includes 18 holes with a cart, lunch, a steak dinner, beverages and
prizes. Team special this year is $375, which includes four golfers and a
hole sign. Hole sponsorship is $75. Dinner only for guests is $30 per
person.
We
need golfers, hole sponsors and donations for door prizes. If you are
interested in the LCHS Golf Scramble, please fill out the flyer and return to the LCHS office at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio 44035 or email us at lchs@lchs.org. Walk the Square: a Trip Through Time Please join the Lorain County Historical Society for its first Walk the Square: a Trip Through Time
on August 14, 2015 at 2 p.m. This walking tour of Elyria, Ohio’s
downtown square will begin at The Lorain County History Center, located
at 284 Washington Ave. The tour will last an hour long, depending upon
participation with participants walking just over a mile. Tour fee will
be $5 for non-members and free for LCHS members. For more information,
please call Kelsey Voit, LCHS office at 440-322-3341. LCHS Annual Picnic The Annual Picnic will be held on August 20, 2015 at the Amherst Sandstone Village with a pot-luck dinner.
Walking tours and selected building entries at 5 p.m. Dinner will be
served at 6:30 p.m. in the Hickory Tree Grange Hall at Amherst Sandstone
Village on Milan Ave. just west of the corner of Milan Ave. and Lake
Street. LCHS will provide hot dogs, beverages and table service, please
bring a side dish to share. Following the dinner will be a short
business meeting. LCHS members are encouraged to bring friends to join
us. Ice Cream Social July 12, 2015, 1pm to 5pm The Lorain County Historical Society’s popular 16h Annual Ice Cream Social fundraiser at The Hickories Museum returns to offer good old fashioned family fun. Join
us on July 12, 2015 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. as we enjoy The Hickories
Museum and grounds, antique vehicles and historical displays featuring
1915 and 1965, live musical entertainment, an onsite broadcast of oldies
music by WOBL1320 AM, old fashioned games for the children and some of
the best desserts in the county. There will also be a cake walk as well
for children to participate. The Lorain County Historical Center will
also be open. Ticket
price includes ice cream and cake or pie, and a tour of The Hickories
Museum located at 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, OH. Tickets are $5 per
person pre-sale and $6 at the Social. For more information please
contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341, visit www.lchs.orgor e-mail lchs@lchs.org. Also
available are hot dogs, Sloppy Joes; chips, popcorn, ice cold fresh
lemonade, soda, hot coffee and bottled spring water. This event is open
to the public. EHA Meeting April 22, 2015, 7 p.m. The
Lorain County Historical Society's affiliate group, the Elyria
Historical Association (EHA) will hold its next meeting at the Lorain
County History Center on April 22, 2015 at 7 p.m. The program will be Elyria on Rails by Jim Smith. This event is open to members and those in the public interested in the history of Elyria, Ohio. Women's Association Meeting April 28, 2015, 10 a.m. The
Women's Association, an afflilate group of LCHS will be having a
business meeting on April 28, 2015 at the Lorain County History Center,
starting at 10:00am. LCHS Aunnual Meeting Wednesday, May 20, 2015 The
Lorain County Historical Society will hold its Annual Meeting at the
Lorain County Transportation & Community Center (40 East Ave,
Elyria). Carol Starre-Kmiecik will present a program on Amelia Earhart. Starre-Kmiecik comes to us with over 25 years of stage experience. Her mission is to tell the stories of courageous women who have overcome life changing obstacles to make significant contributions to our country. Spring Garden Luncheon June 6, 2015, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please
join the Lorain County Historical Society for its Spring Garden
Luncheon on June 6, 2015 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a casual
afternoon of flowers, food and fun at The Hickories Museum, located at
509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio 44035. Private gardens will be
available for viewing. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended, as
seating is limited; $18 for non-members and $15 for LCHS members by
calling LCHS at (440) 322-3341.This event is open to the public. Youth History Camp 2015 June 22-26, 2015 The Lorain County Historical Society is pleased to announce that its Youth History Camp 2015 will begin June 22, 2015 through June 26, 2015 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The week-long camp
is open to children ages 6 through 11 and focuses on learning Lorain
County history while having fun at the same time. The daily themes are
as follows: June 22: Native Americans of Lorain County. Learn about weapons, foods and games of the Native American tribes who lived, camped and hunted in the Lorain County area. June 23: Food and Crafts of the Pioneers.
Discover the ways the pioneers made use of native plants and materials
in their daily lives--everything from making applesauce to designing
quilts. June 24: Victorian Children’s Pastimes.
Learn what children did for entertainment before the days of tablets
and cell phones. You will learn the skills of scrap decoupage and enjoy
other activities and games for children of the 19th century. June 25: Making Music with Music Boxes. Get creative as you build and decorate your own 18-note music box! You will also experience the sound of real antique boxes. June 26: Take me to the Fair. Take part in a recreation of a 19th
century Lorain County Agricultural Fair. You will be able to walk the
midway, judge baking contests and enjoy a variety of activities at the
fair on the lawn of The Hickories Museum. Unless indicated otherwise, all events begin and end at The Hickories Museum, 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria. Cost per child is $7 per day or $30 for all five camps. Preregistration required. To register your child or grandchild, please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 you will need to fill out the history camp flyer and send it in with your payment. If you are a teen and interested in volunteering, please call the LCHS office at (440) 322-3341. Mrs. Ada Gates Patton Program March 1, 2015, 3 p.m. Join
us at the Lorain County History Center as Mrs. Ada Gates Patton, the
great-great granddaughter of John and Abigail Monteith as she presents a
program that will cover various topics, including the position of women
in the workplace, her distinctly unique ventures in society, modeling,
and as a New York 1960’s actress. Unexpected choices led to a career as
one of the top farriers to racehorses in the U.S. and Canada…a career of
fame and success beyond her wildest dreams. This event is free. Advanced reservations are appreciated! Please call LCHS at 440-322-3341 or email at lchs@lchs.org to make your reservations. Location is at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria. LCHS Valentine Tea Tickets Are Now Available February 7, 2015, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and February 8, 2015 at 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. The
Teas will be on February 7, 2015 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. (Sold Out) and
February 8, 2015 at 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Program: “Bullets, Broads
and Bathtub Gin” by Janet Bird. Following the program,enjoy
high tea with our refreshing special tea blend, sandwiches, scones and
an assortment of sweet delicacies. $25 per person, $22 for LCHS Members.
LCHS
will offer shuttle service. Parking is available at Washington Avenue
Christian Church, 301 Washington Ave. Private cars will shuttle guests
to the tea. For more information, please call LCHS at (440) 322-3341.     EHA MeetingJanuary 28, 2015, 7 p.m. The
Elyria Historical Association (EHA), an affiliate group of The Lorain
County Historical Society is pleased to announce that its first 2015
meeting will be held on January 28, 2015 at 7 p.m. at The Lorain County
History Center, located at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio. EHA
members and guests are welcome. If you are interested in the history of
the city of Elyria, this meeting will give you an idea of EHA and its
activities. Membership is $5 with an LCHS membership. Following the meeting, Col. Matthew W. Nahorn will present a program on the new Indian Ridge Museum. For more information visit http://newindianridgemuseum.org/. For more information about EHA, contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341. 
Past 2014 Events LCHS Women’s Association Holiday Wreath Fundraiser Pick up Dec. 1 and 2 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. The
Women’s Association, an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical
Society (LCHS) continues their holiday tradition of creating festive
holiday wreaths each year as a fundraiser for LCHS. This
season, enjoy the fresh fragrance of the holidays with our live balsam
fir wreaths. The wreath this year is elegantly festive with a burgundy
bow and a spray of gold leaves. These festive seasonal decorations are available for $30 per wreath make
great holiday gifts! Mailing boxes are available for $3 each for
shipping a wreath to family or friends. Gift certificates for wreaths
are also available for $30. All proceeds benefit The Lorain County
Historical Society. To order one or more wreath(s), please visit www.lchs.org to fill out a wreath order form
or contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 to place your order. The wreaths will
be ready for pick up on December 1 and 2 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at The
Lorain County History Center, located at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria,
Ohio 44035. EHA Annual Holiday 2014 Ornament Announced The
Elyria Historical Association (EHA) is pleased to announce that the
association’s new emblem design of a drawing of the Beebe Tavern was
chosen as the image for their Sixth Annual Holiday Ornament
fundraiser. This limited edition, white acrylic bulb, is 3 ¼ inches and
is decorated with a black and white drawing of the Beebe Tavern.
Ornaments are $7 each or three for $20 at The Lorain County History
Center, located at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria, OH or by calling (440)
322-3341 if you would like to purchase one for yourself or several, as
they make great gifts! All proceeds of the sale of these ornaments
benefit EHA, an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical Society. Holiday Gala at The Hickories Museum December 12, 2014, Friday 5-8 pm The Lorain County Historical Society is pleased to announce its upcoming Holiday Party to be held on December 12, 2014. Toast
the holiday at The Hickories Museum (509 Washington Avenue, Elyria,
Ohio) during one of the most magical times of the year at the Holiday Party
to be held on Friday December 12, 2014f rom 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ticket
price of $30 per person includes hors d oeuvres, spirits and musical
entertainment. Please contact LCHS office at (440) 322-3341 for more
information. This event is open to the public. Women's Association Off-Campus Study September 23, 2014 - November 11, 2014 The Women's Association, an LCHS affiliate group, hosts CWRU Book Study classes at the Lorain County History Center. The
Fall Session will begin on September 23 and run through November
11.Pamela Belnap will be the instructor. The title of the course is
"First Ladies -from Jackie through Michele." The price is $75. Please
call LCHS at (440) 322-3341 for more information. This event is open to
the public. 10TH Annual Bar-B-Q and Auction October 11, 2014, 5-8 p.m. Lorain County Historical Society is pleased to announce its 10th Annual Bar-B-Q and Auction
on October 11, 2014 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.at Jack Matia Honda located at
823 Leona Street in Elyria, Ohio. All you can eat chicken and ribs by
Big Dog Catering. The dinner includes coleslaw, potato salad, baked
beans, rolls w/ butter, bottled water, coffee and dessert. Cash bar. Pre-sale tickets only are
now available for $30 per person. For tickets, contact The Lorain
County Historical Society at (440) 322-3341 or purchase using the PayPal
button below. All tickets will be mailed unless they are purchased
close to the event. . Proceeds benefit the maintenance of The Hickories
Museum and the programming of LCHS and the Lorain County History Center.
This event is open to the public.
Purchase BBQ Tickets Online:
Preservation Expo October 18, 2014, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. LCHS
developed the Lorain County Preservation Network to foster interest in
the preservation of historic properties in the County. Grants from the
Community Foundation of Lorain County along with your generous support
of LCHS and has enabled us to enrich and preserve some of the places
that make the Lorain County community special. The
third annual Preservation Expo will be held on Saturday, October 18,
2014 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Avon Isle, located at 37080 Detroit
Road, Avon, Ohio. The public is invited to this free exhibit of various
preservation projects in Lorain County. EHA Meeting October 18, 2014 The
next Elyria Historical Assocation will hold its next meeting on October
22, 2014. Please call LCHS for more information at 440-322-3341. Inter-Society Meeting November 6, 2014, Time TBD The
Lorian County Hisotorical Society would like to announce that the next
Inter-Society meeting will be held on November 6, 2014, Time TBD at the
Carlisle Visitors Center, located at 12882 Diagonal Road, LaGrange,
Ohio. The program will be on the history of the Wellington area. For
more information, please call LCHS at (440) 322-3341. LCHS Golf Outing
August 14, 2014
Please join us for the sixth annual LCHS Four-Person Golf Scramble
to be held on August 14, 2014, shot gun start at 11:30 a.m. at the
Forest Hills Golf Course, located at 41971 Oberlin-Elyria Road, Elyria,
Ohio 44035.
The
four-person scramble, $80 per golfer or $320 per scramble team of four
players, includes 18 holes with a cart, lunch, a steak dinner, beverages
and prizes. Team special this year is $350, which includes four golfers
and a hole sign. Hole sponsorship is $75. If you are interested, call
LCHS at (440) 322-3341. This event is open to the public.
Book Signing Event
August 19, 2014, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Elyria,
OH (August, 6, 2014) —The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) would
like to invite you to a book signing of its book entitled “Elyria.”
This 128 page, over 200 vintage image, soft cover book was written by
LCHS Director William Bird and LCHS Secretary Robert Ebert. This is the
newest publication from LCHS and part of the Images of America series
by Arcadia Publishing. Copies of the book will be on sale during the
book signing for $23 per copy held on August 19, 2014 from 4 p.m. to 7
p.m. at The Hickories Museum, located at 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria,
OH 44035.
LCHS is offering a special pre-sale book price thought August 15, 2014 of $18 a copy. Click here for the form.
Books may be picked up at the book signing or after. After August 15,
2014, the book price will be $23. Please contact the LCHS office at
(440) 322-3341 or visit www.lchs.org to fill out your pre-sale order form. Copies will also be available at area bookstores, independent retailers and online retailers, or through Arcadia Publishing at (888)-313-2665 or arcadiapublishing.com beginning August 18, 2014.
This
event will also give guests a rare opportunity to tour The Hickories
Museum after hours. Tours will be offered at 4 p.m., 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.
at a one-time discounted tour rate of $3 for guests; free to LCHS
Members.
A
second event will be held on September 4, 2014 from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
at Vandemark Jewelers, 244 E. Broad Street, Elyria, OH 44035.
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Women's Association Porch Sale
September 5-6, 2014
The Women’s Association, an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) is pleased to announce that its Annual Porch Sale fundraiser will be held on Sept. 5,
2014, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sept. 6, 2014, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the
Hickories Museum, 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, OH. Past items at the
Porch Sale have included decorative objects, antiques and jewelry. This event is a fundraiser for the Women’s Association, which helps support LCHS. Please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 for more information. This event is open to the public.
Elyria Historical Association Meeting
July 23, 2014, 6 p.m.
Are you interested in Elyria’s Past? We invite you to attend one of our meetings to learn more about Elyria’s history and hear the latest updates on our current historical projects. Next meeting: July 23rd 6 p.m. picnic at the Cascade Park Nature Center. Bring your own table service and a dish to share. EHA will provide hot dogs and beverages. This event is open to the public. Youth History Camp June 16 - June 20, 2014 The
Lorain County Historical Society is pleased to announce that it will be
once again offer its popular Youth History Campbeginning June 16, 2014
through June 20, 2014 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. The camp is open to
children ages 6 through 11 and focuses on learning Lorain County history
while having fun at the same time. The daily themes are as follows: June 16: The History of Old Glory. Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the National Anthem while learning about the origins of our Stars and Stripes. June 17: Let’s Dig it! Uncover
the mysteries that are hidden in an archaeological dig. Campers will be
expected to follow techniques of modern archaeologists and create their
own“mystery message.”June 18: Dawn to Dusk. Learn
what the life of a servant at The Hickories might have been like over
100 years ago. Campers will be doing everything from polishing silver to
beating rugs and doing laundry. June 19: The Elys of Elywood. Join
us for a brief history of the Ely family, founders of Elyria and then
enjoy a walk and “picnic” in their backyard – Elywood. Rain or shine –
come prepared! June 20: Victorian Parlor Games and Pastimes. Learn to play games like jackstraws, dominoes and tangrams. There will also be games to make and take home. Unless indicated otherwise, all events begin and end at The Hickories Museum, 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria. Cost per child is $7 per day or $30 for all five camps. Preregistration required. To register your child or grandchild, please contact LCHS at(440) 322-3341 you will need to fill out this History Camp Flyer. If you are a teen interested in volunteering, please call the LCHS office at (440) 322-3341.  Ice Cream Social at The Hickories July 13, 2014 The Lorain County Historical Society celebrates its 15thAnnual Ice Cream Social fundraiser at The Hickories Museum bringing good old fashioned family fun to all. Please
join us on July 13, 2014 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. as we enjoy The
Hickories Museum and grounds, antique vehicles, historical displays
featuring 1914 and 1964, live musical entertainment which includes The Windjammer Big Band, an
onsite broadcast of oldies music by WOBL1320 AM, old fashioned games
for the children and some of the best desserts in the county. To those attending the Social, LCHS memberships will be sold at a $10 discount on July 13 only. Visitors
will also be able to purchase a ½ priced ticket to the Lorain County
History Center (open July 13 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.). Ticket
price includes ice cream and cake or pie, and a tour of The Hickories
Museum located at 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, OH. Tickets are $5 per person pre-sale and $6 at the Social. For more information please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341, visit www.lchs.org or e-mail lchs@lchs.org. Also
available are hot dogs, Sloppy Joes; chips, popcorn, ice cold fresh
lemonade, soda, hot coffee and bottled spring water. This event is open to the public.  
LCHS Annual Meeting
May 15, 2014, Time: 5:45 p.m.
The
Lorain County Historical Soicety will hold its Annual Meetin at the
Elyria Country Club located at 41325 Oberlin Road on May 15, 2014, at
5:45 p.m. Betty Lou Higgins of Eden Valley Enterprises will present the program “Alta Weiss.” Alta
was a woman who played professional baseball on a men’s team in the
early 1900’s and later became a physician in Norwalk, Ohio. Cash bar.
Contact LCHS office at 440-322-3341 to make your reservation by May 6,
2014. Fee: LCHS Member(s) $30.00 non-member(s) $35.00 each.
Spring Garden Luncheon
June 7, 2014, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Please
join the Lorain County Historical Society for its Spring Garden
Luncheon on June 7, 2014 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a casual
afternoon of flowers, food and fun at The Hickories Museum, located at
509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio 44035. Private gardens will be
available for viewing. Advanced ticket purchase is recommended, as
seating is limited; $17.50 for non-members and $14 for LCHS members. For
more information, please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341.This event is
open to the public.
LCHS Membership Meeting
March, 9, 2014, 3 p.m.
Lorain County Historical Society Membership Meeting will be held on March 9, 2014 at 3 p.m. at the Lorain County History Center located at 284 Washington Ave. Elyria, OH. After a short business meeting, Jim Smith, LCHS Education Coordinator, will present a program entitled “Civil War 1850-1864,” which will feature the main events and people of that very significant year in our nation’s history. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call LCHS at (440) 322-3341. This event is open to the public.
LCHS Valentine Tea
The
Teas were held on Saturday, February 8, 2014 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and
Sunday, February 9, 2014 at 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Program: “Crystal
Reflections” by Janet Bird. Following the program, enjoy high tea with
our refreshing special tea blend, sandwiches, scones and an assortment
of sweet delicacies.
Past 2013 Events
WREATHS HAVE SOLD OUT ---"THANK YOU!" TO EVERYONE WHO SUPPORTED OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISER.
Women’s Association Holiday Wreath Fundraiser, Pick up Dec. 2 and 3 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The
Women’s Association, an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical
Society (LCHS) continues their holiday tradition of creating festive
holiday wreaths each year as a fundraiser for LCHS.
This
season, enjoy the fresh fragrance of the holidays with our live balsam
fir wreaths. Each wreath is hand-decorated with clusters of holiday
ornaments. The seasonal look is enhanced with a large festive bow,
hand-tied and specially selected to compliment each wreath. These
festive seasonal decorations are available for $30 per wreath make
great holiday gifts! Mailing boxes are available for $3 each for
shipping a wreath to family or friends. Gift certificates for wreaths
are also available for $30. All proceeds benefit The Lorain County
Historical Society. To order one or more wreath(s), please visit www.lchs.org to fill out an order form
or contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 to place your order. The wreaths will
be ready for pick up on December 2 and 3 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at The
Lorain County History Center, located at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria,
Ohio 44035. Other pick up times can be arranged.
Holiday Gala
Dec. 6, 2013, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Lorain County Historical Society will hold its popular Holiday Gala
on December 6, 2013 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Toast the holiday at The
Hickories Museum located at 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio 44035
during one of the most magical times of the year. Ticket price of $27.50
per person includes hors d oeuvres, spirits and musical entertainment.
Please contact LCHS office at (440) 322-3341 for more information or
visit www.lchs.org. This event is open to the public.
EHA Annual Holiday 2013 Ornament Announced
The Elyria Historical Association (EHA) is pleased to announce that the association’s new emblem design of a 1913 Garford Cyclops automobile was chosen as the image for their Fifth Annual Holiday Ornament
fundraiser. This limited edition, gold acrylic bulb, is 3 ¼ inches and
is decorated with an image in black of the 1913 Garford Cyclops
automobile.
The
ornaments are now available and can be purchased for $7 each or three
for $20 at The Lorain County History Center, located at 284 Washington
Avenue, Elyria, OH or by calling (440) 322-3341 if you would like to
purchase one for yourself or several, as they make great gifts. All
proceeds of the sale of these ornaments benefit EHA, an affiliate group
of The Lorain County Historical Society. Please note that the image
below will be made with the "e" removed from Cyclops.
EHA Fundraiser at Bob Evans
The Bob Evans Restaurant located at 503 Griswold Road, Elyria, Ohio (Rt. 57 between 1-80 and 1-90) is hosting a Community
Fundraiser between 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. November 5, 2013 to benefit the
Elyria Historical Association (EHA), an affiliate group of The Lorain
County Historical Society.
Present your server with a Community Fundraiser flyer on November 5, 2013 and 15% of your meal bill will be donated to EHA.
The flyer must accompany your bill for the donation to be made. Visit www.lchs.org and print off the flyer found under “Events.” Flyers will also be available at the Bob Evans Restaurant. EHA Fundraiser Flyer.
Annual Bar-B-Q and Auction
Oct. 12, 2013, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Lorain County Historical Society is pleased to announce its ninth annual Bar-B-Q and Auction
on October 12, 2013 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.at Jack Matia Honda located at
823 Leona Street in Elyria, Ohio. All you can eat chicken and ribs by
Big Dog Catering. The dinner includes coleslaw, potato salad, baked
beans, rolls w/ butter, bottled water, coffee and dessert. Cash bar.
Pre-sale tickets onlyare now available for $30 per person. For
tickets, contact The Lorain County Historical Society at
(440)322-3341.Proceeds benefit the maintenance of The Hickories Museum
and the programming of LCHS and the Lorain County History Center. This
event is open to the public.
Lorain County Preservation Network Exhibition
October 19, 2013, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The
Lorain County Preservation Network (LCPN) is hosting an exhibition of
preservation activities going on across Lorain County on October 19,
2013 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Black River Landing located at 421
Black River Lane, Lorain, OH. This event is free and open to the public.
We
are expecting exhibits from Amherst, Avon, Avon Lake, Elyria, Lorain,
Oberlin and Sheffield Village. Some of the communities will have
multiple exhibits.
Elyria Historical Association Meeting
October 23, 2013, TBD
The Elyria Historical Assocation meeting will be held on October 23, 2013, time TBD. After the meeting, Dave Wessely will present on “Elyria’s Postal History.”
Porch Sale
September 6-7, 2013
The Women’s Association, an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) is pleased to announce that its Annual Porch Salefundraiser will be held on Sept. 6, 2013, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sept. 7, 2013, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Past items at the Porch Sale have included decorative objects, antiques and jewelry. This event is a fundraiser for the Women’s Association, which helps support LCHS. This event is open to the public. Please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 if you have items to donate to the sale.
Women's Association Meeting
July 23, 2013, 10 a.m.
The
Women's Assocation, an affiliate group of LCHS will hold a meeting on
July 23, 2013 at 10 a.m. at The Hickories Museum located at 509
Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio.
Elyria Historical Association Meeting
July 24, 2013, 6 p.m.
The
next EHA meeting will be held on July 24, 2013 at 6 p.m. with a potluck
picnic at The Hickories Museum at 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio.
At 7 p.m. Jim Smith will give his presentation "Elyrians at Gettysburg."
EHA Bob Evans Fundraiser
August 1, 2013, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The Bob Evans
Restaurant located at 503 Griswold Road, Elyria, Ohio (Rt. 57 between
1-80 and 1-90) is hosting a Community Fundraiserbetween 10 a.m. to 10
p.m. August 1, 2013 to benefit the Elyria Historical Association (EHA),
an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical Society.
Present your server with a Community Fundraiser flyer on August 1, 2013 and 15% of your meal bill will be donated to EHA.
The flyer must accompany your bill for the donation to be made. Please present this flyer. Flyers will also be available at the Bob Evans Restaurant.
Golf Scramble
August 8, 2013
Please join us for the fifth annual LCHS Four-Person Golf Scramble
to be held on August 8, 2013, shot gun start at 11:30 a.m. at the
Forest Hills Golf Course, located at 41971 Oberlin-Elyria Road, Elyria,
Ohio 44035.
The
four-person scramble, $80 per golfer or $320 per scramble team of four
players, includes 18 holes with a cart, lunch, a steak dinner, beverages
and prizes. Team special this year is $350, which includes four golfers
and a hole sign. Hole sponsorship is $75. If you are interested, call
LCHS at (440) 322-3341.
Ice Cream Social
July 14, 2013, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The Lorain County Historical Society’s popular 14thAnnual Ice Cream Social fundraiser at The Hickories Museum returns to offer good old fashioned family fun.
Please
join us on July 14, 2013 from 1p.m. to 5 p.m. as we enjoy The Hickories
Museum and grounds, historical displays, old fashioned games for the
children and some of the best desserts in the county. Our display of
antique vehicles and other vehicles will amaze you. We have addedd two
cakewalks with donated cakes from The Carriage House in Avon, Ohio.
Ticket
price includes ice cream and cake or pie, and a tour of The Hickories
Museum. Presale tickets are $5 per person and $6 at the Social. For more
information please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341, visit www.lchs.org.
Also
available for purchase are hot dogs, Sloppy Joes; chips, popcorn, ice
cold fresh lemonade, soda, hot coffee and bottled spring water. This
event is open to the public.
Youth History Camp
June 17-21, 2013, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) offers something different for children 6 to 11 years of age. Youth History Camp will be held June 17-21 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. providing campers with a series of activities devoted to the Civil War.
June 17: Civil
War Camp Life. Be prepared to rough it! Campers will participate in
activities ranging from making their platoon’s flag to doing laundry.
June 18:
Communication Codes of the Civil War. Discover the ways that messages
could be sent at this time either by secret code, by Morse code or by
musical instruments.
June 19: Ready
for Battle. With the help of Civil War re-enactors, learn how to march
in order and learn drills to prepare for battle. Campers will also be
able to view replicas of a Civil War cannon and rifle as well as Union
and Confederate uniforms.
June 20:
Remembering the Lost. Take a short walk from The Hickories to Ridgelawn
Cemetery to place your own handmade wreath on the gravestones of Civil
War veterans and see how Elyria honored some of the soldiers who died in
battle.
June 21: Folks at
Home. Learn how the families of Civil War soldiers helped the war
effort from home. Campers will learn to make bandages, to write letters
and also to relax with some games from that time period.
All
events begin and end at The Hickories, 509 Washington Ave. in Elyria.
Fee: $7 per day or $30 for all five camps. Preregistration required. To
register please fill out the History Camp Flyer . To register or if you are a teen interested in volunteering, please call the LCHS office at (440) 322-3341.
Spring Garden Luncheon
June 8, 2013 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join
us for The Lorain County Historical Society’s sixth annual Spring
Garden Luncheon on June 8, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the
beautiful Hickories Museum located at 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria,
Ohio 44035. Enjoy a casual afternoon of flowers, food and fun. Private
gardens will be available for viewing. Advanced ticket purchase is
recommended as seating is limited. Fee: $14.00 for LCHS Members and
$17.50 for non-members. For more information please contact LCHS at
(440) 322-3341.This event is open to the public.
Elyria Historical Association Bob Evan's Fundraiser in Elyria, Ohio
May 1, 2013, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The Bob Evans Restaurant located at 503 Griswold Road, Elyria, Ohio (Rt. 57 between 1-80 and 1-90) is hosting a Community Fundraiserbetween
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. May 1, 2013 to benefit the Elyria Historical
Association (EHA), an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical
Society.
Present your server with a Community Fundraiser flyer on May 1, 2013 and
15% of your meal bill will be donated to EHA. Click here to print the EHA Bob Evan's Fundraiser May 1, 2013 flyer.
LCHS Annual Meeting
LCHS
Annual Meeting will be held on May 16, 2013, social time begins at 5:45
p.m. (Cash Bar), dinner served at 6:45 p.m. at the Elyria Country Club
located at 41325 Oberlin Road. After the meeting, a program will be
presented by Charlene Connors on "Mary Todd Lincoln," wife of President
Abraham Lincoln, misrepresented by popular history and maligned by her
peers. RSVP with payment (members, $27.50, non-members $32.50 each) and
entrée selection by May 7, 2013. Contact LCHS at 440-322-3341 with any
questions.
2012 Events
Women's Association 2012 Wreath Fundraiser
Place orders by Nov. 30, 2012; pick up Dec. 3 and 4 from noon to 4 p.m.
Last
year, the LCHS Women’s Association had a waitlist for their popular
hand-decorated holiday wreaths, so don’t get caught in the cold and miss
out on ordering one. You have until Nov. 30, 2012 to place your order.
The
Women’s Association, an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical
Society (LCHS) continues their holiday tradition of creating festive
holiday wreaths each year as a fundraiser for LCHS.
This
season, enjoy the fresh fragrance of the holidays with our live balsam
fir wreaths. Each wreath is hand-decorated with a custom spray of gold
or silver leaves and a cluster of small, round gold or silver ornaments.
The seasonal look is enhanced with a large festive bow, hand-tied and
specially selected to compliment each wreath. These festive seasonal
decorations are available for $30 per wreath. Mailing boxes are
available for $3 each for shipping a wreath to family or friends. Gift
certificates for wreaths are also available for $30. All proceeds
benefit The Lorain County Historical Society.
Please
place your order by Nov. 30, 2012. To order one or more wreath(s) as
they make nice holiday gifts, please visit www.lchs.org to fill out a Women's Association 2012 Wreath Order Form
or contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 to place your order. The wreaths will
be ready for pick-up on Dec. 3 and Dec. 4 from noon until 4 p.m. at The
Lorain County History Center, located at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria,
Ohio 44035.
EHA Fourth Annual Christmas Ornament Fundraiser 2012
The Elyria Historical Association (EHA) is pleased to announce that the association’s new emblem design of the Ely Park Civil War Monument with Cannon was chosen as the image for their Fourth Annual Christmas Ornament
fundraiser. The limited edition, green acrylic bulb is 3 ¼ inches and
is decorated with an image in white of the monument and cannon. It joins
last year’s limited edition, white acrylic ornament that featured the
Lorain County Courthouse (c. 1881) and the previous year’s white acrylic
ornament that featured the Lorain County Historical Society emblem.
Ornaments can
be purchased for $7 each or three for $20 at the EHA Oct. 24, 2012, 7
p.m. meeting at The Hickories Museum. They will also be available at the
Lorain County History Center or by calling (440) 322-3341 if you would
like to purchase one for yourself or several, as they make great gifts.
All proceeds of the sale of these ornaments benefit EHA, an affiliate
group of The Lorain County Historical Society.
Holiday Gala
December 7, 2012, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Toast the holiday at The Hickories Museum during one of the most magical times of the year at the Holiday Party
to be held on Friday December 7, 2012 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ticket
price of $25 per person includes hors d oeuvres, spirits and musical
entertainment. Please contact LCHS office at (440) 322-3341 for more
information or visit www.lchs.org. This event is open to the public.
EHA Meeting
October 24, 2012, 7 p.m.
The Elyria
Historical Assocation (EHA) is pleased to announce its business meeting
to be held on October 24, 2012 at 7 p.m. at The Hickories Museum,
located at 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio. Following a business
meeting, members and guests will enjoy the program "The Election of
1912." Please
contact if you are interested in attending at (440) 322-3341.
Membership is open to anyone with the interest in the history of Elyria.
Membership in LCHS is required. EHA dues are $5 per person.
EHA Bob Evans Fundraiser
October 30, 2012, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
The Bob Evans Restaurant located at 503 Griswold Road, Elyria, Ohio (Rt. 57 between 1-80 and 1-90) is hosting a Community Fundraiser
between 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Oct. 30, 2012 to benefit the Elyria
Historical Association (EHA), an affiliate group of The Lorain County
Historical Society.
Present your server with a Community Fundraiser flyer on Oct. 30, 2012 and 15% of your meal bill will be donated to EHA. EHA Bob Evans Flyer.
Golf Outing
August 9, 2012, 11:30 a.m. Shot Gun Start
Please join us for the fourth annual LCHS Golf Scramble to be held on August 9, 2012, shot gun start at 11:30 a.m. at the Forest Hills Golf Course, located at 41971 Oberlin-Elyria Road, Elyria, Ohio 44035.
The
four-person scramble, $80 per golfer or $320 per Scramble team,
includes 18 holes with a cart, lunch, a steak dinner, beverages and
prizes. Team special this year is $350, which includes four golfers and a
hole sign Hole or $75 for a hole sponsorship. Dinner only is $30 per
person.
We need golfers, hole sponsors and donations for door prizes. Please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 for more information. If
you are interested in the LCHS Golf Scramble, fill out the below flyer
and return to the LCHS office at 284 Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio
44035 or fax us at (440) 322-0893.
This event is a fundraiser that benefits LCHS. This event is open to the public.
LCHS Golf Outing Flyer
LCHS Picnic
August 16, 2012
The
Lorain County Historical Society General Membership Meeting and Potluck
Picnic will be held on August 16, 2012. Optional tour of the Bronson
House Museum will begin at 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and is located at
13646 (Columbia) W. River Road, Columbia Township. The Potluck Picnic at
6:30 p.m. will be held at the Columbia Township Park’s Pavilion B
located at 25540 Royalton Road (Rt. 82) Columbia Station.
LCHS will provide the hot dogs, beverages and table service. Please bring a side dish to share with serving utensils if needed.
Following dinner there will be a short business meeting.
Directions to the Bronson House Museum:
Take Rt. 82
east to Columbia center; at the traffic light turn left (north) onto
Columbia West River Road. Look for the Middle School entrance drive on
the left; turn onto this drive. The Drive for the house is just past the
house on the right, before getting to the Middle School.
To the picnic site:
Take
Rt. 82 east to Columbia. Watch for the township park/picnic ground on
the left (north) side of Rt. 82 before getting to the fire station and
the traffic light. Pavilion B is straight back (north) from the end of
the parking lot.
Lorain County History Center Grand Opening
May 11, 2012, 2 p.m.
The
Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) is pleased to announce the
opening of the Lorain County History Center, located at 284 Washington
Avenue, Elyria, Ohio. A Dedication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be
held on its front lawn on May 11, 2012 at 2 p.m. After the ceremony, the
History Center will open to the public. Souvenirs will be given to the
first 100 visitors attending. The History Center’s opening weekend hours
are Friday 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 13 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Attending
the Dedication and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be LCHS Director Bill
Bird, State Senator Gayle Manning, State Representative Matt Lundy,
Mayor Holly Brinda, LCHS Board Members and Staff, along with many
others.
Executive
Director, Bill Bird said about the opening, "At The Hickories, we are
preserving a wonderful building and presenting a house museum which
interprets the lifestyle of an early 1900’s family of means. At the
History Center, we will continue to serve our preservation mission since
this building was originally slated for demolition. However, our usage
of the new space will be totally different in that we created a museum
in a house, which will provide many valuable resources and educational
opportunities for people to learn about the history of the entire
county."
This center will be set up so that visitors may self-guide throughout the themed exhibits currently on view.
The
Lorain County History Center regular hours are Tuesday through Friday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is $5 per
adult and ages 13 to 18, $3.00 and children 6 to 12, $2.00 (Children
under six and LCHS Members FREE). Group tours of 10 or more are welcomed
and are $4 per adult. Please call LCHS at (440) 322-3341 to schedule a
tour.
Become
a member of LCHS and visit the History Center for free. Visit LCHS.org
to join. Membership levels include $35 for family; individual $25;
sustaining $60; patron $125; and heritage $250. Join an affiliate group
such as the Women’s Association for $10 or The Elyria Historical
Association for $5 with an LCHS membership.
The
Lorain County History Center contains seven new galleries for exhibits,
a research library, new administrative offices and a gift shop. In
addition, there is a significant increase in storage space, which will
allow LCHS to continue to collect and properly preserve important county
artifacts and archival materials well into the future. Two floors of
the facility will be open to the public and each will have Americans
with Disabilities Act accessibility. One of the major exhibit galleries
will be dedicated to rotating exhibits provided from local historical
societies in Lorain County as well as local industries and even private
collectors. Appropriate climate, lighting, and security controls have
been provided in all exhibit galleries.
The
Lorain County History Center located in the renovated Horace Starr
House, a large Italianate-style mansion. It, along with its carriage
house were both built in 1857 and are listed on the National Register of
Historic Places.
The
Ohio Cultural Facilities Commission approved $500,000 for the portion
of the project that included installation of an ADA-compliant elevator
and restrooms; installation of an HVAC system; electrical and plumbing
updates; and interior and exterior repairs and painting, including
restoration of both masonry and wood details.
LCHS Annual Meeting
May, 16, 2012, 6 p.m.
The Annual Meeting
of the Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) will be held at the
Elyria Country Club located on 41325 Oberlin Road, Elyria, Ohio on May 16, 2012 at 6 p.m.
A brief social time is followed by dinner, a short business meeting and
an entertaining program presented by Dan Ruminski on Cleveland’s
“Millionaire’s Row” will end the evening. Fee: $25 for LCHS members, $30
for non-members, cash bar. Advance reservations required. For more
information contact (440) 322-3341.
EHA Bob Evans Community Fundrasier
The Bob Evans Restaurant located at 503 Griswold Road, Elyria, Ohio (Rt. 57 between 1-80 and 1-90) is hosting a Community Fundraiser between
10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on May 24, 2012 to benefit the Elyria Historical
Association (EHA), an affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical
Society.
Present your server with a Community Fun Night flyer on May 24, 2012 and 15% of your meal bill will be donated to EHA.
The flyer must accompany your bill for the donation to be made. EHA Bob Evans Flyer to be presented for donation. Flyers will also be available at the Bob Evans Restaurant.
June 2, 2012, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Join us for The Lorain County Historical Society’s fourth annual Spring Garden Luncheon on June 2, 2012 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Hickories Museum located at 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, Ohio 44035. This lovely luncheon at Elyria’s historic jewel gives you a rare opportunity to enjoy a casual afternoon of flowers, fragrance, food, music and fun on the grounds of a beautiful 1895 mansion.
Advance
Tickets are $15 ($12 for LCHS Members) and are available now at the LCHS
office. Only a few tickets are available the day of the event. For more
information please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341 or e-mail lchs@lchs.org. This event is open to the public.
Youth History Camp
June 18-22, 2012, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
The Lorain County Historical Society (LCHS) offers something different for children 6 to 11 years of age. Youth History Camp
will be held June 18-22 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. providing campers
with a series of activities about a different historical topic each day.
The schedule is as follows:
June 18 Lorain County History and the History Center
June 19 World War II on the Homefront
June 20 A Walk in the Park
June 21 Fun with Pictures (magic lanterns, stereoscopes and cameras)
June 22 Early Transportation in Lorain County
All events begin and end at The Hickories, 509 Washington Ave. in Elyria.
Fee: $7 per day or $30 for all five camps. Preregistration required. To register, please call the LCHS office at (440) 322-3341.
LCHS Ice Cream Social
July 8, 2012, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
The Lorain County Historical Society’s popular 13th Annual Ice Cream Social fundraiser at The Hickories Museum returns to offer good old fashioned family fun.
Please
join us on July 8, 2012 from 1p.m. to 5 p.m. as we enjoy The Hickories
Museum and grounds, historical displays, an onsite broadcast of oldies
music by WOBL1320 AM, old fashioned games for the children and some of
the best desserts in the county. Our display of antique vehicles and
other vehicles will amaze you.
Ticket
price includes ice cream and cake or pie, and a tour of The Hickories
Museum. Presale tickets are $5 per person and $6 at the Social. For more
information please contact LCHS at (440) 322-3341, visit www.lchs.orgor e-mail thehickories@windstream.net.
Also
available for purchase are hot dogs, Sloppy Joes; chips, popcorn, ice
cold fresh lemonade, soda, hot coffee and bottled spring water. This
event is open to the public.
EHA Christmas Ornament Fundraiser
The
Elyria Historical Association (EHA) is pleased to announce that The
Hickories Museum (c. 1894) was chosen as the image for their Third Annual Christmas Ornament
fundraiser. The limited edition, white acrylic bulb is 3 ¼ inches and
is decorated with an image in green of The Hickories Museum. It joins
last year’s limited edition, white acrylic ornament that featured the
Lorain County Courthouse (c. 1881) and the previous year’s white acrylic
ornament that featured the Lorain County Historical Society emblem.
Ornaments can
be purchased for $7 each or three for $20 at The Hickories Museum if
you would like to purchase one for yourself or several, as they make
great gifts. All proceeds of the sale of these ornaments benefit EHA, an
affiliate group of The Lorain County Historical Society.
Starr House Christmas Ornament Fundraiser
The
2011 Starr House Christmas Ornament is still available for purchase at
the LCHS office located at 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, OH. Each
ornament is $10 each.
This lovely cream colored ceramic disc ornament with a lovely blue
ribbon features the Horace Starr home, the future home of the Lorain
County History Center. The reverse side is printed with the LCHS Logo.
Proceeds Benefit The Lorain County Historical Society. For more information call LCHS at
440-322-3341 or email lchs@lchs.org.
LCHS Yearly Special Events
This event includes an entertaining and educational program, followed by refreshing hot tea, savory tea sandwiches, scones and a delicious assortment of sweet treats, served in courses, in our beautiful 1895 mansion. This event is open to the public.
The Women’s Association Off Campus Studies, Spring Session
This Office Campus Studies session is offered though The Case Western Reserve University’s Office of Continuing Education. A book is selected for discussion. Fee. This event is open to all.
LCHS Annual Meeting, May 16, 2012
This meeting includes an informative program and gives a wrap-up of the previous year along with what is to come.
Spring Garden Luncheon at The Hickories, June 2, 2012 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
This year's lovely luncheon at Elyria’s historic jewel will provide guests the
opportunity to enjoy a casual afternoon of delicious food, flowers,
fragrance, and fun. Guests will be entertained by the melodious sounds
of our pianist, Cathy Stacey, in addition to the Sweet Adelines, and a
Barbershop Quartet. Several local private gardens will also be available for our guest to view.
$15 per person. Advance ticket purchase requested. Limited tickets
available the day of the event. Tickets available now at the LCHS
office. For more information call 322-3341 or email lchs@lchs.org. Open to the public.
  
Youth History Camp, June 18-22, 2012
This camp lasts five days from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and provides campers with a series of activities about a different historical topic each day. Event topics have included Victorian
children’s games and sports and how to identify architectural styles
and features of homes built between 1880 to 1930, just to name a few.
This event is open to the public.
Ice Cream Social, July 8, 2012
This
event includes historical displays featuring selected years, an onsite
broadcast of oldies music by WOBL1320 AM, old fashioned games for the
children and some of the best desserts in the county. Our display of
antique vehicles and other vehicles will amaze you. This event is open
to the public.
Golf Scramble, August
The four-person scramble includes 18 holes with a cart, lunch, a steak dinner, beverages and prizes. This event is open to the public.
Women’s Association Porch Sale, September
Thousands
of items ranging from decorative items, books, antiques, china,
children’s toys, jewelry, luggage, collectables and clothing all donated
by the Women’s Association, LCHS and community members go on sale two
days in September. This event is open to the public.
BBQ and Silent Auction, October, 13, 2012
Your ticket to this fundraiser includes all you can eat chicken and ribs, plus sides and dessert. A silent auction of donated gifts follows dinner. This event is open to the public.
 
Elyria Historical Association Fundraiser, November
Each
year, EHA holds a fundraiser at a local restaurant for this LCHS
affiliate group. This group welcomes everyone with an interest in
working to preserve the history of Elyria. This event is open to the
public.
Women’s Associations Wreath Sale, December
This affiliate group of LCHS continues their holiday tradition of creating festive holiday wreaths each year as a fundraiser for the LCHS. Available to the public.
Elyria Historical Association Christmas Ornament, December
This
affiliate group of LCHS issues a new limited edition Christmas Ornament
as a fundraiser each year, selecting a notable image that represents
the City of Elyria on the ornament.
LCHS Holiday Gala, December 14, 2012
Toast the holidays at The Hickories Museum during one of the most magical times of the year at the LCHS Holiday Gala. Ticket include hors d oeuvres and spirits, along with musical entertainment. This event is open to the public.
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