Ohio History Connection

We were saddened to learn today of the passing of former Ohio House of Representatives Speaker Jo Ann Davidson at the age of 97. She is the first and only woman to lead a legislative chamber in Ohio, according to Gongwer. Davidson was an ardent supporter of #ohiohistory and was a transformative leader during her time in the legislature.

Along with many other Ohioans, we are mourning the loss of Curtis “Curt” Moody, founder and chairman of Moody Nolan, the largest African-American-owned and -managed architecture firm in the U.S. His story is an inspiration, and we celebrate his many accomplishments. We sat down with Curt just two years ago to create an oral record of his incredible story. This is a clip of Curt explaining how Moody Nolan became a national award-winning firm. View the entire interview at https://lnkd.in/gbB8m2sR

Did you know it’s National Estate Planning Awareness Week? It’s a good time to begin or review your estate plans, protect those you love and support the causes that mean the most to you. Ensure your legacy and become part of Ohio history with a gift from your estate. Learn more at https://ow.ly/yVSq50TOub1 #nationalestateplanningawarenessweek #OhioHistory

Today, we commemorate Indigenous Peoples Day with deep respect for the original inhabitants of Ohio. Their enduring legacy is woven into the fabric of our state's history and land, reminding us of the importance of preserving and honoring their traditions and stories. Image: Shrum Mound

Are you interested in Ohio history and Historic Preservation? Do you want to know more about what historic Ohio properties are being nominated to the National Register of Historic Places - NPS? Then look no further than Ohio History Connection! The Ohio Historic Site Preservation Advisory Board, a Governor-appointed board of historic preservation professionals and public members met on September 20 and recommended to Diana Welling, State Historic Preservation Officer, six new National Register of Historic Places nominations for buildings and historic districts in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dayton, and Marysville. For additional information about the state review board and the properties nominated to the National Register visit: https://lnkd.in/ggZSWbcF #OhioHistory #PreservationWorksForOhio Image 1: Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, Cleveland Image 2: Santa Clara Business Historic District, Dayton Image 3: Marysville Light and Water Company Plant, Marysville Image 4: Teakwood Heights Historic District supporters; Left to right: Donna Turner, Nancy Recchie, Great Winbush, Charlene Humphrey, Susan Keeny

Cultural Preservation is all around us. Get your tickets to the 29th annual Fall Forum on Oct 11th at Noon. Keynote speaker Julie Olds, Cultural Resource Officer and citizen of the Miami Tribe of Oklahoma will present on Cultural Preservation in the homeland of the Miami.   Tickets on sale through Oct 1st at https://lnkd.in/g6Va2JkV

Did you know four Ohio History Connection sites were part of the Underground Railroad? Discover the John Rankin House Historic Site, the newly restored Harriet Beecher Stowe House, the Quaker Yearly Meeting House (part of the larger Mount Pleasant UGRR Historic District), the Hanby House and more on the Ohio Historical Underground Railroad Trail at Ohio.org/UGRRTrail #OhioTheHeartofitAll #OhioHistory #UGRRTrail

🎉Thank you for an incredible 2024 Ohio Open Doors season! As the 2024 season comes to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all who attended the Ohio Open Doors events across the state and our incredible host partners - you made these events a huge success! A massive thanks to our co-sponsors the Ohio Arts Council, Ohio, The Heart of it All, Ohio Travel Association, and Heritage Ohio, we couldn't have this event without your support! Our goal for the next Ohio Open Doors season in 2026, the year of our nation’s 250th birthday, is to host 250 events, with at least one in each of Ohio’s 88 counties. Stay tuned for more details and get out and explore your state! #PreservationOhio #OhioOpenDoors #ohiohistory #TheHeartofItAll #ThankYou #PreservationWorksForOhio

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🎉 Join Us in Celebrating 20 Years! 🎉 The Arcanum Wayne Trail Historical Society is excited to celebrate its 20th anniversary of preserving the rich history of Southern Darke County as part of Ohio History Connection's Ohio Open Doors program! On September 12 from 7-9 PM at the Arcanum Wayne Trail Historical Society, special guest Mike Wells will share the incredible journey of his ancestors from Maryland to the Kentucky frontier in the 1790s. Hear about the challenges of frontier life and the unique connection to the historic signing of the Treaty of Greenville in 1795. Don’t miss this fascinating event and visit ohiohistory.org/oodevent to find a free Ohio Open Doors event near you! #OhioHistory #PreservationWorksForOhio #OhioOpenDoors #DarkeCounty