Local History Center
Address : 102 N Main Street , Bryan , OH 43506 Phone : 833-633-7323 x 275
FEBRUARY PROGRAMMING
Soups On !, February 7th , 6:00PM
With cool weather upon us , there is no better time for the ultimate comfort food : soup . Denver Henderson , WCPL Programming Manager & soup lover will , step by step , prepare 2 soups , bacon potato cheese and chicken . You will be able to have a bowl of soup , and take a recipe home with you . Register by Feb . 2nd .
Interesting Facts About Our U . S . Presidents , February 19th , 7:00PM
In celebration of Presidents Day , learn about the interesting and crazy facts about our U . S . Presidents , with Local History Manager , Jared Schnee !
Ghost Towns of Williams County Part 5 , February 21st , 6:00PM
Continue exploring the history of the forgotten settlements in the county .
MARCH PROGRAMMING
The Book of Kells-The Art of Illumination , March 6th , 6:00PM
In celebration of St . Patrick ’ s Day , Denver Henderson takes a look at the greatest achievement of medieval Irish culture : The Book of Kells . This hand transcribed and illuminated masterpiece has a fascinating history , and a more fascinating artistic style .
WEEKLY PROGRAMMING
Out Yonder-Strange Williams County Cemeteries , March 13th , 6:00PM
Join Denver Henderson as he uncovers the unlikely places some cemeteries are found in the county , from backyards to under intersections !
The History & Traditions of St . Patrick ’ s Day , March 14th , 6:00PM
St . Patrick ’ s Day was originally celebrated in Ireland with religious services and feasts in honor of St . Patrick , one of Ireland ’ s patron saints . When Irish immigrants brought St . Patrick ’ s traditions to the United States , the day evolved into a secular celebration of Irish culture . Join Local History Manager , Jared Schnee as he explores the history and traditions of St . Patrick ’ s Day !
Bryan & Co . -The Figures Behind Community Names , March 27th , 6:00PM
You know Edgerton , Bryan , and Alvordton , but how much do you know about John Bryan , Alfred Edgerton , and Henry Alvord — -the men who gave their names to these communities . Join WCPL Programming Manager , Denver Henderson as he uncovers the stories of the fascinating figures behind the names of our communities .