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October 2019
Bites & Bits of History: Historic Homes of the Northside
Learn about the history of the homes in Youngstown's North Side and the people who lived there. Presented by Marcia Levy, Local Historian Bites and Bits of History Lunch Programs are offered every third Thursday of the month. The program is free and attendees may bring their own lunch. The Tyler History Center doors open at 11:30 A.M. In addition to ample street parking nearby, an adjacent public lot on the west side of the building is available and costs…
Find out more »Oak Hill Cemetery Tour
This is your opportunity to visit and explore the rich history of Oak Hill Cemetery. Guided tours begin with a brief orientation and proceed with a leisurely stroll through this remarkable landscape. Discover a surprisingly broad cross-section of our community represented here and their stories as recorded in memorial architecture, landscape design, and historic photographs. • Preregistration is required to assure you a spot on the tour • Fee: $7 General Admission & $5 Senior and under 13 • Venue:…
Find out more »November 2019
Bites & Bits of History: Volney Rogers and the Origins of Mill Creek Park
Dr. Rich Shale, Local Historian and Author Co-author of Historic Mill Creek Park This is the story of how the banks of a small tributary of the Mahoning River, already in danger from industrial development and threatened by quarry and timber interests, were turned into a scenic gem, and how one man with a vision made a lasting difference in the Mahoning Valley. Bites and Bits of History Lunch Programs are offered every third Thursday of the month. The program…
Find out more »December 2019
Bites & Bits of History: Victorian Christmas Traditions
Traci Manning, MVHS Curator of Education Do you know the link between Queen Victoria and Christmas trees, or that the Civil War shaped our idea of Santa Claus? Learn how modern Christmas traditions are rooted in the 19th century with songs, images, and decor. Bites and Bits of History Lunch Programs are offered every third Thursday of the month. The program is free and attendees may bring their own lunch. The Tyler History Center doors open at 11:30 A.M. In…
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