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.
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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
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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 Hartman Log Cabin Park on Saturday, July 18, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM for an afternoon of discovery.
The event kicks off at 2:00 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!.
Speaker: Dave Ulman
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
Historical Preservation Efforts
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Our Past, Present, and Future
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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
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