MAY PROGRAMMING
Local History Center Address: 102 N Main Street, Bryan, OH 43506 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 275
Shipwrecks & Archaeology, May 4th, 6:30PM
Christopher Gillcrist, Emeritus Director with the National Museum of the Great Lakes will speak on the shipwreck archeological sites found in Lake Erie.
Gravestone Decorations, May 7th, 6:00PM
In honor of Memorial Day, create flowers & flag decorations for your loved ones, with instruction from LHC Manager, Jared Schnee. Register.
Local History & Genealogy Chat, May 11th, 4:00PM
Come chat with history enthusiasts as we explore our community’ s past through stories, photos, and discussion in the Harmon Room. Open to all.
Plant Swap Program, May 18th, 5:00PM
Bring in your extra starter plants and swap with others! Register.
JUNE PROGRAMMING
Local History & Genealogy Chat, June 8th, 4:00PM
WEEKLY PROGRAMMING
Williams County Obscura, June 15th, 6:30PM
Ghosts, Legends, Murders, Tales, and Treasures-Williams County Has it all. Local Historian and author, Heath Patten has recently published his book,“ Williams County Obscura, Vol 1” that covers the craziest and most interesting stories throughout Williams County ' s history. Come learn all about Mr. Patten’ s new book!
Harry Six-High Dive World Champion, June 29th, 6:30PM
Learn all about Harry Six a local High Dive performer from Bryan in the early 1900s that toured the nation performing his stunts. At the height of his career, Harry Six was diving from a 110-foot platform into a tank of water only three feet deep. He traveled in the circus for many years and put Bryan, Ohio on the map.
JULY PROGRAMMING
How to Clean Gravestones, July 11th, 11:00AM
Gravestones tend to degrade and get covered in moss as time goes on. It is important to learn how to prevent and clean these stones. In the program LHC manager, Jared Schnee and Assistant Director, Denver Henderson will show you how to properly clean gravestones. Each participant will go home with the necessary items to properly clean a gravestone. Meet at Bryan ' s, Fountain Grove Cemetery. Register.
Local History & Genealogy Chat, July 13th, 4:00PM Northwest Ohio’ s Castles, Churches, and Courthouses, July 20th, 6:30PM
Northwest Ohio and Williams County has buildings equipped with the most beautiful and intricate architecture. Author Paul Plassman, recently published his book " Northwest Ohio ' s Castles, Churches, and Courthouses " which includes the architecture details of over 125 buildings across Northwest Ohio. Join Paul Plassman in his presentation on his book!