Hardin County Historical Museums
419-673-7147
Presents The History of St. Nicholas
Date Saturday November 16, 2024
Time 3:00pm to 4:00pm
Location Mary Lou Johnson Hardin Co. District Library
325 East Columbus St. Kenton, Ohio 419-673-2278
Ages Recommended for ages 6 and above.
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Upcoming Events
Current Exhibitions
KENTON CAST IRON TOYS
Kenton is home to the famous Kenton Cast Iron Toys! Known for their high quality, this factory provided jobs for the people in Kenton from 1889-1952. The makers of the Gene Autry cap pistol, Kenton Toys are known throughout the world!
THE BRAVEST OF THE BRAVE
Jacob Parrott, the first Medal of Honor recipient, lived and working in Kenton after the Civil War. Come learn about his role in the Great Train Robbery! Also come and hear the story of Delano Moray, a man who risked his life to save his fellow soldiers, thus earning him the Medal of Honor.
NATIVE AMERICAN AND PIONEER HISTORY
Explore the early history of Hardin County and the Native Americans who lived here. Learn about early settler life and the hardships faced by those who moved through the Ohio Territory. Learn about Simon Kenton and Daniel Boone as well as The Prophet and Tecumseh.
Ray Brown was a great Negro Leagues player in the 1930s with nearly no recognition in his hometown Alger, Ohio. Projects and articles have been written about this iconic baseball player who was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2006. A historical marker was drafted and created for him to bring awareness to his legend. Learn more about Ray Brown by visiting the website here.
Admission
Free and Open to the Public
Donations Welcomed!
Hours
Weekdays:
Wednesday-Friday
12:00-4:00 PM
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Weekends:
2nd Saturday of the Month
12:00-4:00 PM
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Closed:
Sunday-Tuesday
Accessible Parking:
Located Behind the Museum
Contact Us!
Address: 223 North Main Street Kenton, OH 43326
Phone: (419) 673-7147
Email: director@hardinmuseums.org
Visit the Hardin County Historical Museums!
Where the light of our past brightens our future!