PORTAGE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

RAVENNA, OH

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The Portage County Historical Society in Ravenna, OH is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of Portage County and its surrounding areas. Established in 1923, the society operates a museum that houses thousands of artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of the region's past.

The museum's exhibits cover a range of topics, including Native American history, the Underground Railroad, early industry, and local military history. Visitors can see displays of antique furniture, clothing, and household items, as well as tools and equipment used in early trades like blacksmithing and weaving. The museum also features rotating exhibits that highlight specific aspects of Portage County's history.

In addition to the museum, the society offers a variety of programs and events throughout the year. These include historical reenactments, lectures, and walking tours of local historic sites. The society also maintains a research library that is open to the public and contains a wealth of information about the area's history.

Overall, the Portage County Historical Society is an important resource for anyone interested in learning about the rich and varied history of Portage County and its communities. Its museum, programs, and research library provide a window into the past that helps to enrich and inform the present.

PORTAGE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in RAVENNA OH. US MID #8403900347

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

Contact PORTAGE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

PORTAGE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
6549 N CHESTNUT ST
RAVENNA
OH
44266

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PORTAGE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Information

MID # 8403900347
Name PORTAGE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name PORTAGE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 237167943
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.16914, -81.243556
CODES FIPS State Code: 39
FIPS County Code: 133
US Census Tract: 600901
US Census Block: 4010