Local History Center
Address: 102 N Main Street, Bryan, OH 43506 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 275
FEBRUARY PROGRAMMING
Local History & Genealogy Chat, February 9th, 4:00PM
Local History or Genealogy? Come chat with history enthusiasts as we explore our community’ s past through stories, photos, and discussion in the Harmon Room. Refreshments will be available. Open to all.
Aviation History of Williams County, February 23rd, 6:30PM
Early attempts at flight, intercontinental air-mail routes, and airports have all played a factor in Williams County aviation history. Learn all about Williams County’ s contribution to the field.
Houseplants 102-Tropical Plants, February 25th, 6:00PM
Denver Henderson will speak on the 3 most common tropical plant families, their care, growing habits, and beauty.
MARCH PROGRAMMING
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WEEKLY PROGRAMMING
Local History & Genealogy Chat, March 9th, 4:00PM
Chat with history enthusiasts as we explore our community’ s past through stories, photos, and discussion.
Lampshade Stenciling, March 25th, 6:00PM
Denver Henderson will show you how to give your lampshades new life by stenciling with unique patterns and vibrant colors. All materials provided, including a sample lampshade. Register.
Creating a Genealogy Scrapbook, March 30th, 6:30PM
A genealogy scrapbook is a good way to preserve your family photos & history for future generations. LHC Manager, Jared Schnee will demonstrate how to create a genealogy scrapbook. Register.
APRIL PROGRAMMING
Local History & Genealogy Chat, April 13th, 4:00PM
Chat with history enthusiasts as we explore our community’ s past through stories, photos, and discussion.
Folk’ s Gun Works, April 22nd, 6:00PM
In the late 1800s, a father / son duo in Bryan patented and manufactured breech-loading firearms. Known as Folk ' s Gun Works, it was owned by William Folk & his son Samuel. The business lasted for close to 20 years until William was accidentally killed when cleaning the sights on a handgun. His son Samuel became an inventor where he patented an oil stove for home heating, built a steam automobile, and developed a cistern pump that could be operated by an electric motor. Learn all about the history behind Folk’ s Gun Works.