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Shanower Library turns a new page

Originally the Munson Town Hall, the Shanower Library was erected in 1883, and was situated on Mayfield Road near Fowler’s Mill.  At its former site, the building was used for community functions including a polling place, elementary classroom, and a township … Continue reading

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Marshall’s Office gets a Facelift

We are doing a lot to prepare for our 63rd Annual Apple Butter festival on October 8 & 9th, but today provided us with the visual gratification we needed to keep pushing forward!  Thanks to all our office staff and … Continue reading

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New internships available

We still have four internship positions open for the following year!  I can honestly promise you that once you are finished here, you will have great additions to your resume, and you will have had a great time!  You are … Continue reading

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Antique Power and Steam Show

I can’t believe that our Antique Power and Steam Show is only two weeks away!  This annual show is put on by the Historic Engine Society here at Century Village Museum.  Every year they feature steam-powered machines that led America … Continue reading

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We’re hiring a Curatorial Assistant!

We are very excited to announce that we are now hiring a new Curatorial Assistant!  Please read below for the full job description. Curatorial Assistant Geauga County Historical Society (GCHS) is searching for a Curatorial Assistant to work with our Curator … Continue reading

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Chardon and Parkman Historic Fire Equipment

I love when people come to research specific collections of ours – it always means that I am going to learn so much information!  We recently met up with the Chardon Fire Department Historian, Bob, to take a look at the … Continue reading

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Civil War Temporary Exhibit

We’re getting ready for our Civil War Re-enactment this weekend, and I am so excited to share a couple of interesting items that we have pulled out of our collections storage just for this event! Now on temporary display in … Continue reading

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