Welcome to the Clermont County Historical Society
Explore our dedicated commitment to the preservation of Clermont County's history through our artifacts, records, and exhibits.
Historical Preservation Efforts
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Our Past, Present, and Future
A glimpse into the history we've preserved and the community we've built togeather.
To preserve, protect and promote the historical heritage of Clermont County, Ohio for the betterment, enlightenment and well-being of its citizens by:
Feature Highlights & Articles
Our society offers interactive Maps, community-driven events, and a wealth of resources meant to foster an appreciation for local history.
Articles
18 April
Travel back in time with Anthropologist and Vice-President Sean Chaney as he explores the geological and archaeological wonders of Clermont County and surrounding area. This presentation covers the region’s deep history, from the 450-million-year-old fossils of the Cincinnati Arch to the icy transformations of the Pleistocene. The program will conclude with an exploration of the sophisticated Native American Earthworks found right in our own backyard.
Speaker: Sean Chaney
16 MAY
Dr. Kelly Wright will present the life of Aletheia Pattison, Part 1, ALETHEIA IN CONTEXT, at Promont in Milford, where she lived as a child. Come to Promont, Thursday May 14th, 6:30 PM. That address is 906 Main St., Milford, 45150, hosted by the Greater Milford Area Historical Society . Part 2, ALETHEIA IN EUROPE will be hosted by the Clermont County Historical Society, at the Batavia Branch Library, 180 S. 3rd St. 45103, Saturday, May 23, at 1PM.
Daughter of an Ohio governor, wartime refugee worker, socialite, auto mechanic, and philanthropist -- Clermont County's Aletheia Pattison packed a lot of adventures into her 97 years. Some of the effects of her work are still felt today in Southwest Ohio and throughout Europe. Her life was so full in fact, that her biographer finds it difficult to recount the events of that life in one talk. Please join us at the Greater Milford Historical Society when we welcome Dr. Kelly F. Wright for Part 1 of her presentation Aletheia Pattison: A Life in Two Parts, the first half of which is set here at Promont. Dr. Wright is the president of the Clermont County Historical Society, where part two will be presented a week later.
Speaker: Dr. Kelly Wright
20 June
Trust and Teamwork in the Antebellum Borderland, The Clermont County Historical Society is honored to welcome acclaimed author and journalist Ann Hagedorn for a deep dive into the heroic and harrowing history of the Underground Railroad.
A former staff writer for The Wall Street Journal, Ms. Hagedorn brings a reporter’s eye for detail and a novelist’s gift for storytelling to one of the most important chapters in Ohio’s history. Her landmark book, Beyond the River, tells the gripping story of the activists in the Ohio River Valley who risked everything to guide enslaved people toward freedom.
With a career that includes teaching at the prestigious Medill School of Journalism and Columbia University, Ms. Hagedorn is a master of narrative non-fiction. Join us as she discusses the research and the real-life figures who turned the banks of the Ohio into a frontline for liberty.
Speaker: Ann Hagedorn
18 July
Do you have a mysterious stone, a fossil, or a flint arrowhead you’ve kept in a drawer for years, wondering about its origin? Now is your chance to uncover its story! Join us at the Harmony Hill Museum in Williamsburg on Saturday, July 18, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for an afternoon of discovery.
The event kicks off at 1:00 PM with a brief, fascinating presentation on Prehistoric Life in Clermont County, setting the stage for the treasures you might find in our local fields. Following the talk, our team of experts will be on hand to help identify your artifacts, rocks, and fossils.
While you wait for your identification, watch history in the making! Flint Knappers will be on-site demonstrating the ancient, meticulous techniques used to craft flint projectile points and tools. Whether you are a lifelong collector or just found something interesting in your backyard, we look forward to seeing what you bring!.
15 August
Clermont County and the American 250: Honoring Our Revolutionary War Veterans.
Join the Clermont County Historical Society for a special presentation by our very own historian, Cindy Johnson. As we approach the nation’s 250th anniversary, Cindy will share her dedicated research into the lives and legacies of the Revolutionary War veterans who called Clermont County home. Discover the stories behind the search and learn how we are honoring these local heroes for this historic milestone.
Speaker: Cindy Johnson
17 October
Have you ever wondered about the stories hidden within your family tree? Whether you are just beginning your search or have hit a "brick wall" in your research, join us for a special presentation by Paige Craig of the Clermont County Genealogical Society.
Paige Craig will help provide a roadmap for navigating the fascinating world of family history. She will highlight the incredible physical resources available at the CCGS Research Library (located within the Batavia Library), as well as the powerful online tools available to modern researchers. From census records to local archives, learn how to piece together the lives of your ancestors and preserve your family’s legacy for generations to come.
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