Tag: Portage County Historical Society
Portage Historical Society plants heritage tree to recognize America’s 250th anniversary
The Portage County Historical Society has a new addition to its vast collection of historical items celebrating the history of the United States, as it planted a white swamp oak heritage tree on behalf of the America250 Ohio Commission on April 30.
“What was nice about it was that we...
Portage County Historical Society celebrates 75th anniversary
The Portage County Historical Society held a day of celebration as they were recognized for their 75th anniversary last Saturday at 6549 North Chestnut Street in Ravenna.
“It is very meaningful because our history is ongoing,” PCHS President Debbie Sunderland said. “It is strong, and we need to let other...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society to Meet
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m.
The May meeting will be a “research day.” After the general meeting the members will be able...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m.
The guest speaker will be Barbara Petroski, who will present “Families Losing Their Farms During the Construction...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society Meeting
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m.
The guest speaker will be Roslyn Torella who will explain Social Security Records and how they can...
Portage County Historical Society Open House on June 28
The Portage County Historical Society will be holding their Annual Summer Open House from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28.
The Lowrie-Beatty Museum, Carter House, Strickland House, Log Cabin, Campbell Land Office, Ford Seed Store, Mahan Barn, and Indian Village will all be open for tours. Visit the newly...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, April 5, 2025 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m.
The guest speaker will be Roslyn Torella, who will delve into “Finding More on Passenger Lists.” Torella,...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m.
The guest speaker will be Cheryl Brown Abernathy. Abernathy will speak about the numerous Lineage Societies that...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society
The upcoming gathering of the Ohio Genealogical Society’s Portage County Chapter is scheduled for Saturday, March 2, 2024. The meeting will take place at the Portage County Historical Society, situated at 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna, Ohio, commencing at 10:00 a.m.
We are delighted to announce that Claude Custer,...