Black Patriots: Recovering a Lost History of the American Revolution
Black Patriots: Recovering a Lost History of the American Revolution. Join us as we discover a hidden chapter of American history of Friday, July 31st Author Patrick S. Poole will visit the John Bryan Community Center (Rooms A&B) to discuss his book, Black Patriots: Recovering a Lost History of the American Revolution. This Special presentation […]
(AMERICA 250) Midview Sports Stars: Tim Alcorn Interviews Los Angeles Dodger Eric Lauer
In celebration of the theme of sports and America 250, please join special guest and Midview alumni Tim Alcorn as he presents his personal interview of Los Angeles Dodger pitcher and fellow Midview alumni Eric Lauer who discusses his time at Midview, his MLB career, and more. This program will take place at the gym […]
Taste Test the Past: Hot Water Canning
Join the Wood County Museum for our American 250 themed cooking series: Taste Test the Past! Want to try canning, but don’t know where to begin? Learn how to safely preserve food from your garden, how to find recipes, and how to do proper canning research. Everyone will go home with tomato sauce!
Tea & Talk Series: It Ain’t Me: Vietnam War Protest Music
Popular culture has always been affected by war. Artists often use their respective mediums as a form of expressing their support, or distaste, of U.S. involvement in world conflicts. This was never more apparent than in music during the Vietnam Era. This talk will look at music during this time and what it meant to […]
Tea & Talk Series: The Revolutionary War on the Maumee River Valley
Although the Ohio Frontier was far removed from the better-known American Revolutionary War history that we have been taught, the Maumee River played an important, and little known, roll during the conflict,1776-1783. Hear Wood County Educator, Michael McMaster, share his wealth of knowledge about the Maumee River Valley and Ohio Frontier and its important part […]
America250 Lecture Series – A 250-Year Journey Through American Advertising
Step back in time and relive the commercials, jingles, and slogans that shaped generations—discover how 250 years of American advertising left a lasting mark on our culture and our memories. We’ll trace the evolution of advertising from early print ads and catchy radio jingles to iconic TV commercials and today’s digital and social media campaigns. […]
Taste Test the Past: Holiday Baking
Join the Wood County Museum for our American 250 themed cooking series: Taste Test the Past! From gingerbread to Christmas cookies, learn about holidays past through delicious baked goods. Samples and recipes provided!
Tea & Talk Series: Frozen Frontlines & Candy Lifelines: Remembering the Korean War
Join Adriane Weisert as she explores the Korean War, the Chosin Reservoir and how the TV show M*A*S*H and the Tootsie Roll influenced not only troops but the people of the USA and their feelings about the war.
German-American Day
A program about the “Germany Settlement” in Washington Twp. in Wood County by Mike McMaster, Education Coordinator. The “Story Slam” format will follow and allow guest 5 minutes to share their own stories about any topic related to their German American Heritage, genealogy, or german experiences.
America 250: From Newcomers to Nation Builders
Join Global Cleveland and America 250-Ohio for a panel discussion and celebration of the stories of newcomers over the last 1/4 millenium! Join Global Cleveland for America 250: From Newcomers to Nation Builders, a Welcoming Week panel discussion celebrating Cleveland as a city built by generations of newcomers. Held in partnership with St. Martin de […]