Event List

Bring your genealogical puzzles, brick walls problems, and/or hard-to-find ancestors.

Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. 

All are welcome! No registration required.  

At the outbreak of the Civil War, nursing was a male profession, with many nurses being fellow soldiers.  Women were considered too delicate for the occupation.

Join us as we find out if there were any famous bodies in Ohio snatched and who was committing these acts.  Presented by North Coast Narrative.

Religious texts are valuable resources for documenting family history. Passed down in families for generations, many are in fragile condition.

Join us for the 11th Annual Medina County Local History Fair!

Medina County Historical and Genealogical societies showcase their collections and answer questions about the fascinating people, places, and events of Medina County. 

Digital libraries like Internet Archive, HathiTrust, and Google Books can provide a wealth of resources for family history research.

Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. 

All are welcome! No registration required.  

Hear love stories of Cleveland’s past while exploring the history of St. Valentine’s Day. Learn how the holiday and its advertisements have changed over the years, especially in local press. Presented by the Western Reserve Historical Society.

Explore the individuals and events that shaped Oberlin as a station on the Underground Railroad. Presented by the Oberlin Heritage Center.

Learn about Eliot Ness’s efforts to fight crime and restore order in Cleveland during the 1930s. As Safety Director, Ness introduced major reforms and faced challenges ranging from organized crime to the notorious Torso Murders.

Learn how to research your family tree in six easy steps. 

Optional viewing on Zoom.