Nancy Green as Aunt Jemima – The Pancake Queen (Black History Month Event)
“Aunt Jemima” was one of the first American brand identities. Her face is instantly recognized around the world as the embodiment of hospitality and a tasty breakfast. Her real name was Nancy Green, and aside from being the first Aunt Jemima, she was a real Kentucky hero: a community activist, philanthropist, and church missionary. Originally […]
Historical Society’s Annual Meeting
Clinton County History Center 149 E. Locust Street, Wilmington, OH, United StatesYou're invited! Join us for the Society's Annual Meeting on March 10, 2020 @ 5:30pm. This meeting will review the finances, programs, accomplishments and successes we had last year in 2019. Our Director will be providing an update on our strategic planning process. New Board Officers will be installed by the membership. Members and the […]
*CANCELED* Genealogy Program: Wilmington’s Carnegie Library
Clinton County History Center 149 E. Locust Street, Wilmington, OH, United States*CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19/CORONAVIRUS RESTRICTIONS* Did you know Wilmington is home to its very own Carnegie Library? Join Alice Lundblad for a discussion on the subject March 23, 2020. The Genealogy Program will take place at the Clinton County History Center's community room and beings at 7pm. All are welcome to attend, event is […]
*CANCELED* Genealogy Program: US Land Records, Tracking Early Family Footprints
Clinton County History Center 149 E. Locust Street, Wilmington, OH, United States*CANCELED DUE TO COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS* Track your family's footsteps and learn more about US land records as guest speaker Debbie Large joins the Genealogy Society for their monthly program. The program will take place at the Clinton County History Center's community room and beings at 7pm. All are welcome to attend, event is FREE. Refreshments […]
Reopening To The Public
Clinton County History Center 149 E. Locust Street, Wilmington, OH, United StatesThe History Center will be reopening to the public on Wednesday, July 8 2020. This includes both the Genealogy Library and Museum. Due to COVID-19, we will be requiring prescheduled appointments for both the Library and Museum. To schedule your appointment or tour please call our office at (937) 382-4684 or email info@clintoncountyhistory.org. Public hours are […]
Genealogy Program: July *CANCELLED*
The Annual Genealogy Picnic at Quaker Knolls has been cancelled due to COVID-19 and social distancing restrictions. Questions can be directed to the Clinton County Genealogical Society at ccgsnews@clintoncountyhistory.org or 937-382-4684.
Genealogy Program: Suffragettes Lecture *CANCELLED*
The Genealogical Society's monthly lecture series for August has been CANCELLED due to COVID-19 and social distancing requirements. Please contact ccgsnews@clintoncountyhistory.org or (937) 382-4684 with questions.
Fall Plant Sale
Clinton County History Center 149 E. Locust Street, Wilmington, OH, United StatesThe Wilmington Garden Club's annual plant sale will take place on Saturday, September 19 from 10am to 1pm at the History Center (149 E. Locust Street). Plant varieties are limited, please arrive early for best selection. Plants are $2.00 each and the Club accepts CASH only. Social distancing and masks/face coverings are required!
Women’s Suffrage Webinar
Join Dr. Emily Krichbaum as she presents a webinar on the Women's Suffragette Movement and 100th Anniversary of the Nineteenth Amendment. Emily is the founder of Remember The Ladies - which works to help teachers and school districts provide more representative and inclusive histories to young girls and women. Register in advance for this meeting: […]
End of the Season for Genealogy Library
Clinton County History Center 149 E. Locust Street, Wilmington, OH, United StatesThe History Center's Genealogy Library will be closing for the 2020 season on Friday, November 20, 2020. Our last appointments will be from 1-3pm. Please call in advance to schedule your visit. The Library will reopen in March 2021. For more information or questions, email info@clintoncountyhistory.org