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History of Mullins Manufacturing Corporation

by Mahoning Valley Historical Society | Feb 9, 2016 | Exhibits

Mullins Manufacturing Corporation     The makers of the Youngstown Kitchen line of porcelain steel cabinetry and sinks had a rich history in Salem, Warren and Youngstown, Ohio.  Kitterage, Clark and Company was founded in Salem in 1872, and made metal...

In the Eye of the Beholder: The Photography of Ernest Vickers

by Mahoning Valley Historical Society | Jan 21, 2014 | Archives, Exhibits

In the 1880s, amateur photography became a popular American pastime.  By that time, camera and photographic development technologies had advanced to the point where everyday people could capture images of their surroundings to share with others.  Ernest Vickers was an...

John D. Megown – An Early 20th Century Perspective

by Mahoning Valley Historical Society | Aug 9, 2013 | Exhibits, Uncategorized

John D. Megown was a professional photographer in Youngstown during the early decades of the 20th Century. Megown photographed a wide variety of subjects, both commercial and scenic. His work is a fascinating record of the social and economic setting during a period...

The Benjamin Franklin Wirt Collection

by Mahoning Valley Historical Society | Jul 17, 2013 | Archives, Arms Family Museum, Exhibits, On Exhibit

A new exhibit is now open at The Arms Family Museum showcasing the eclectic collection of Benjamin Franklin Wirt. Benjamin Franklin Wirt was born March 25, 1852, into one of Youngstown’s pioneer families.  He read law in the office of Laurin D. Woodworth, and at the...

Evolution of the Christmas Tree

by Mahoning Valley Historical Society | Dec 19, 2012 | Arms Family Museum, Events, Exhibits, Memories of Christmas Past

Memories of Christmas Past is now open at The Arms Family Museum!  Don’t miss this exhibit of one of a kind vintage holiday decor! Here are some of our own Memories of Christmas Past highlighting the Evolution of the Christmas Tree: The White Tree The White Tree...

Memories of Christmas Past – Belsnickles

by Mahoning Valley Historical Society | Dec 7, 2012 | Arms Family Museum, Events, Exhibits

Some of the most popular Santa collectibles were made in Germany around the turn of the 20th century. Many candy containers and standing figures are referred to as Father Christmas or belsnickle a word of old world origin. Formed of papier-mâché and decorated with...
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