Get Involved
There are a variety of ways to get involved in preserving Mahoning Valley History.
Volunteer
Volunteers are the backbone of any non-profit organization – assist in the archives, educational programs or collections.
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Become a Member
Enjoy many benefits including unlimited admission and discounts on programs.
Young Leaders Advisory Board
Assist the Society in developing a membership base focused on those aged 21-50.
Where else can you discover your family’s heritage, research a Mahoning Valley business, or take a peek at a WKBN news story from 1962?
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s archives collections are a vast resource of this community’s history.
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society operates two museum sites and two archival collections – stop by and explore an exhibit, research your heritage or enjoy a program.
Tyler History Center
The Tyler History Center features galleries for local history exhibits, a ballroom available for events, the Historical Society’s Archives Library, and the Anne Kilcawley Christman Educational Resource center. Continue reading “Tyler History Center”
Arms Family Museum
Greystone, a magnificent 1905 Arts & Crafts style residence, is preserved today as The Arms Family Museum. Visitors will enjoy original period rooms with original furnishings and exhibits that highlight the decorative arts. Continue reading “Arms Family Museum”
Media Archives
The Business & Media Archives is the legacy of Warren P. Williamson, Jr. a pioneer radio and television broadcaster who founded WKBN Broadcasting Corporation in 1926. The collection includes business records, marketing materials, broadcasting equipment, radio recordings and extensive television news film and videotape libraries. Continue reading “Media Archives”
Archives Library
The Mahoning Valley Historical Society’s archives contains tens of thousands of items in collections associated with local families, individuals, organizations, businesses, and industries located in or having connections to the Mahoning Valley.