Local History Center FEBRUARY PROGRAMMING Address: 102 N Main Street, Bryan, OH 43506 Phone: 833-633-7323 x 275 MARCH PROGRAMMING WEEKLY PROGRAMMING Local History & Genealogy Chat, February 9th, 4:00PM Have an interest in Local History or Genealogy? Come chat with history enthusiasts as we explore our community’s past through stories, photos, and discussion in the Harmon Room. Refreshments will be available. Open to all. Aviation History of Williams County, February 23rd, 6:30PM Early attempts at flight, intercontinental air-mail routes, and airports have all played a factor in Williams County aviation history. Learn all about Williams County’s contribution to the field. Houseplants 102-Tropical Plants, February 25th, 6:00PM Denver Henderson will speak on the 3 most common tropical plant families, their care, growing habits, and beauty. Local History & Genealogy Chat, March 9th, 4:00PM Chat with history enthusiasts as we explore our community’s past through stories, photos, and discussion. APRIL PROGRAMMING Local History & Genealogy Chat, April 13th, 4:00PM Chat with history enthusiasts as we explore our community’s past through stories, photos, and discussion. Folk’s Gun Works, April 22nd, 6:00PM In the late 1800s, a father/son duo in Bryan patented and manufactured breech-loading firearms. Known as Folk's Gun Works, it was owned by William Folk & his son Samuel. The business lasted for close to 20 years until William was accidentally killed when cleaning the sights on a handgun. His son Samuel became an inventor where he patented an oil stove for home heating, built a steam automobile, and developed a cistern pump that could be operated by an electric motor. Learn all about the history behind Folk’s Gun Works. Lampshade Stenciling, March 25th, 6:00PM Denver Henderson will show you how to give your lampshades new life by stenciling with unique patterns and vibrant colors. All materials provided, including a sample lampshade. Register. Creating a Genealogy Scrapbook, March 30th, 6:30PM A genealogy scrapbook is a good way to preserve your family photos & history for future generations. LHC Manager, Jared Schnee will demonstrate how to create a genealogy scrapbook. Register.
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