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Saturday, January 9 | 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM Friday, January 29 | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM Special invitation-only morning reception for donors, public officials, and the media. Saturday, January 30 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM FREE Family Event. |
MUSEUM OPEN The museum will be closed Monday, February 15 in honor of Presidents' Day.
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS: Winterfest in BG
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February 1 - Museum open for self-guided tours!
Saturday, February 27
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MUSEUM OPEN The musem will be closed Sunday, March 27 in observance of Easter.
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Monday, March 14, 2016 - Present THIS COUPON to your server at the Levis Commons Max & Erma's and a percentage of your food sales will be donated back to the Wood County Historical Society Accessibility Project. 1210 Levis Commons Blvd. Perrysburg
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Saturday, April 2 | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Saturday, April 2 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Wednesday, April 6 | 10:00 AM - Noon "At the Museum, I may see" picture book, stroller-friendly self-guided tour, and snacks. Tour starts at 10:00 AM. $5 adult, children free. Thursday, April 14 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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MUSEUM OPEN The museum will be closed Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day.
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Wednesday, May 4 | 10:00 AM - Noon "At the Museum, I may see" picture book, stroller-friendly self-guided tour, and snacks. Tour starts at 10:00 AM. $5 adult, children free. Thursday, May 12 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM You will learn a bit about paper dolls and be introduced to Sandy Gill's collection, how it's organized, and the enjoyment of collecting. Saturday, May 21 | 10 AM - 12 Noon Saturday, May 21 | 11AM - 1PM National Endowment for the Arts NOTE: The Museum will be closed on Memorial Day, Labor Day, and these select holidays.
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Wednesday, June 1 | 10:00 AM - Noon "At the Museum, I may see" picture book, stroller-friendly self-guided tour, and snacks. Tour starts at 10:00 AM. $5 adult, children free. National Endowment for the Arts NOTE: The Museum will be closed on Memorial Day, Labor Day, and these select holidays. Saturday, June 4 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday, June 4 | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sign up to volunteer at this event using Volunteer Spot or call the Museum at 419-352-0967. Thursday, June 9 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM A look at when collections go too far - collecting & hoarding as a disorder and how it is expressed and treated. Presented by Dr. Bill O'Brien, BGSU Department of Psychology. Tuesday, June 14 | 10:30 AM - 2:00 PM Sign up to volunteer at this event using Volunteer Spot or call the Museum at 419-352-0967.
J.D. Pooley's two-decade span of photography captures memorable moments in our history and can be seen in a new exhibit. This exhibit is made possible with support from the Sentinel-Tribune, Ben Franklin, and West Coast Imaging. Sign up to volunteer at this event using Volunteer Spot or call the Museum at 419-352-0967. Saturday, June 25 - Sunday, June 26 | 2:00 PM Saturday - 2:00 PM Sunday FREE Family Event. The Wood County Amateur Radio Club (WCARC) will hold their annual Field Day event in the Boom Town area of the museum grounds beginning at 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 25, and if weather permits, through the night until Sunday at 2:00 PM. Field Day is a nationwide exercise sponsored by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL). |
JULY
2016 MUSEUM OPEN The museum will be closed Friday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS: Classics on Main Car Show, Downtown Bowling Green Monclova Historical Foundation Flea Market & Book Sale OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS & HISTORICAL SOCITIES IN NORTHWEST OHIO
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July 1-31, 2016 Watch WGTE TV or listen to FM 91 National Endowment for the Arts NOTE: The Museum will be closed on Memorial Day, Labor Day, and these select holidays. Wednesday, July 6 | 10:00 AM - Noon "At the Museum, I may see" picture book, stroller-friendly self-guided tour, and snacks. Tour starts at 10:00 AM. $5 adult, children free. Wednesday, July 13 | 8:00 - 9:00 AM Chamber investors are invited to a time of networking, self-guided museum tours, & a great cup of coffee at this monthly event. Sign up to volunteer at this event using Volunteer Spot or call the Museum at 419-352-0967. Thursday, July 14 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Tim Gaddie, Wood County Park District Historic Farm Specialist, will lead a program and activities for adults and children, along with tea and light refreshments. Saturday, July 23 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM FREE Family Event. Spinning, loom weaving, and chair caning demonstrations in and around the log cabin. Blacksmith shop open. |
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August 1 - 8 THE GRANGE Thursday, August 4 - THE GROVE Wednesday, August 3 | 10:00 AM - Noon "At the Museum, I may see" picture book, stroller-friendly self-guided tour, and snacks. Tour starts at 10:00 AM. $5 adult, children free. Thursday, August 11 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Enjoy tea and light refreshments followed by a unique program about Cindy Huffman's antique sewing machine collection, now on display at the Museum. Saturday, August 27 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM FREE Family Event. Join us for a rousing game of Town Ball, an early predecessor to baseball. Sunday, August 28 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
MUSEUM OPEN The museum will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day.
Now acception donations for the
Order your Wood County Historical Society KEEPSAKE PLAQUE by November 1 for Christmas Delivery
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS: Black Swamp Arts Festival - Sept. 9-11 Harrison Rally Day - Sept. 17 Tiffin Seneca County Heritage Festival - Sept. 17-18 Historical Construction Equipment Association International Show Waterville Roche de Boeuf Festival - Sept. 24 STEM in the Park at BGSU: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics - Sept. 24
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Wednesday, September 7 | 10:00 AM - Noon "At the Museum, I may see" picture book, stroller-friendly self-guided tour, and snacks. Tour starts at 10:00 AM. $5 adult, children free. Thursday, September 8 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Enjoy tea and light refreshments followed by a unique program about silent film-era stars Dorothy and Lillian Gish and the extensive collection at the Browne Popular Culture Library at Bowling Green State University. Presented by Ralph Wolfe, curator of the Gish Theatre, and Eric Honneffer, local author and conservator with the Center for Archival Collections, BGSU. September 9-18, 2016 Ohio Open Doors is a statewide effort where building and landmark sponsors open their doors to the public for special tours and programs. Saturday, September 24 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM FREE Family Event.
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MUSEUM OPEN *Extended hours for special FOLKLORE EVENTS The museum will be closed Monday, October 10 in observance of Columbus Day.
Now acception donations for the
Order your Wood County Historical Society KEEPSAKE PLAQUE by November 1 for Christmas Delivery
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS: Applebutter Festival Pemberville Autumn Fest Monclova Historical Foundation Halloween Bash Fort Meigs : Garrison Ghost Walk at Fort Meigs OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS & HISTORICAL SOCITIES IN NORTHWEST OHIO
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October Individuals and groups welcome. Enter your scarecrow in the annual contest and leave on display at the Historical Center. October Weekends | 1-4 PM October 2 | 2:00 PM Meet with fellow decorators to share ideas and gather inspiration for your room. Holiday Decorator Applications DUE Wednesday, October 5 | 10:00 AM - Noon "At the Museum, I may see" picture book, stroller-friendly self-guided tour, and snacks. Tour starts at 10:00 AM. $5 adult, children free. Wednesday, October 5 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Listen or share your own German stories, and enjoy German food and fellowship $5 suggested donation. Presented by Dr. Geoff Howes & Michael McMaster. October 11 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Individuals and groups welcome. Enter your scarecrow in the annual contest and leave on display at the Historical Center. Thursday, October 13 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM This inquisitive evening tea will delight the senses with refreshments followed by a history behind the legend of local folklore and ghostlore with Becky Denes, former archivist assistant for the Center for Archival Collections, BGSU. Thursday, October 13 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Individuals and groups welcome. Take one home or leave on display at the Historical Center. Saturday, October 15 | 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM FREE Family Event. Horse-drawn wagon rides, kid-friendly activities in Boo-ville, plus tricks and treats for all ages. Sponsored by the Wood County Park District Friday, October 28 Added features: New Historical Center CORN MAZE and visit with 1860s-era costumed interpreters at the Log Cabin before or after your tour. |
MUSEUM OPEN The museum will be closed Wednesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans' Day. The museum will be closed November 26 & 27 in observance of Thanksgiving.
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS Food Expo Wood Co. Library Tree Lighting - November 18 Bowling Green Holiday Parade - November 19
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Wednesday, November 2 | 10:00 AM - Noon "At the Museum, I may see" picture book, stroller-friendly self-guided tour, and snacks. Tour starts at 10:00 AM. $5 adult, children free. Saturday, November 5 | Time TBA Enjoy brunch, a special program, and the annual election for the Society Board of Directors. Thursday, November 10 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM If fashion is your passion, join us for tea and a vintage fashion show courtesy of Michelle Ellis, Guided By Moxie. Michelle has collected vintage for over 40 years, and will show how each decade is defined by fashion. Sponsored by |
MUSEUM OPEN The museum will be closed December 18 - January 31, 2017
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS: Monroe County Christmas Tree Festival Monclova Historical Foundation Community Christmas OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS & HISTORICAL SOCITIES IN NORTHWEST OHIO
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December 3 - 17 Special events on weekends, Santa, Trains, Children's Programs, Holiday Gala and Teas. Decorator Applications DUE OCTOBER 2 at the Decorators Meeting APPLICATION [download PDF here] December 3 - 4 Stop by to visit with Civil War costumed interpreters at the Log Cabin. Wednesday, December 7 | 10:00 AM - Noon "At the Museum, I may see" picture book, stroller-friendly self-guided tour, and snacks. Tour starts at 10:00 AM. $5 adult, children free. Thursday, December 8 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Enjoy tea and light refreshments followed by a unique program about Christmas-inspired collections. Thursday, December 8: RSVP and payment due Friday, December 2 Thursday, December 15: RSVP and payment due Friday, December 9 Saturday, December TBA | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM FREE Family Event. |
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The Wood County Historical Society will honor America's role in WWI with a variety of centenary exhibits and events during the 2017 season. Look for a premiere at the 2016 Wood County Fair in August. |
Elder-Beerman Community Days Booklets are on sale for $5 each through February 24th. Booklets, which contain numerous coupons and a tiered shopping pass, can be redeemed at Bon-ton Stores, including any Elder-Beerman, 
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Kelli Kling
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Wood County Historical Center & Museum
13660 County Home Road
Bowling Green, OH 43402
419-352-0967
museum@woodcountyhistory.org
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