OTTAWA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

PORT CLINTON, OH

Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station Carroll Township, Ohio
Credit: Seth Tisue

The Ottawa County Historical Society is a non-profit organization located in Port Clinton, Ohio, dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of the Ottawa County area. Founded in 1956, the society operates out of the historic Ida Rupp Public Library building, which was built in 1905 and is itself a piece of local history.

The society maintains a museum within the library building that showcases a variety of artifacts and exhibits related to the history of Ottawa County. These include displays on Native American culture, the War of 1812, the area's agricultural history, and the role of the Great Lakes in shaping the region's identity. The museum also features a collection of antique cars and trucks, as well as a restored 1920s-era gas station.

In addition to its museum, the Ottawa County Historical Society also offers a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, tours, and special exhibitions. The society is staffed by dedicated volunteers who are passionate about preserving and sharing the area's unique history with visitors and residents alike. Overall, the Ottawa County Historical Society is a vital resource for anyone interested in learning more about the rich cultural heritage of this beautiful region of Ohio.

OTTAWA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in PORT CLINTON OH. US MID #8403900987

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).

Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station Carroll Township, Ohio
Overtaking at Bellevue SD70ACe 1142 sits on the main at Kilbourne St with an eastbound manifest while an Es44AC/SD70M-ACe combo of 8137 and 1064 gets the priority to run into Moorman Yard.
Overtaking at Bellevue SD70ACe 1142 sits on the main at Kilbourne St with an eastbound manifest while an Es44AC/SD70M-ACe combo of 8137 and 1064 gets the priority to run into Moorman Yard.
Moorman Yard A view from the bridge over the North end of the yard - right above the ready tracks and loco depot. A mixed lashup of SD70ACe/ES44DC/C44-9W and lease (WFRX- Wells Fargo Rail) unit SD70MAC ex BNSF.
Moorman Yard SD40-2 are ten a penny here with their use as switchers. NS1634, one of the few remaining hi-hood versions in NS service (formerly Norfolk and Western)
Moorman Yard SD40-2 are ten a penny here with their use as switchers. 6148 is a former N&W loco.
Wheeling SD40-2 The WLE has a stunning DRGW-inspired livery and the morning sun sets it off a treat with this pair sat waiting the afternoon arrival and subsequent joint departure East on the Hartland Sub.
Bellevue, Ohio An eastbound train off the NS Toledo District passes the Mad River and NKP Museum site. witha pair of ES44CH on point 8050/8130
Moorman Yard, Bellevue Ohio A bitterly cold evening but so much SD40 action we had to stay until photography was over.
Moorman Yard, Bellevue Ohio A bitterly cold evening but so much SD40 action we had to stay until photography was over.
Moorman Yard, Bellevue Ohio A bitterly cold evening but so much SD40 action we had to stay until photography was over.
Moorman Yard, Bellevue Ohio A bitterly cold evening but so much SD40 action we had to stay until photography was over.

Contact OTTAWA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

OTTAWA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
PO BOX 385
PORT CLINTON
OH
43452-0385

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MID # 8403900987
Name OTTAWA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 341379819
NTEECC A80
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 41.512633, -82.913075
CODES FIPS State Code: 39
FIPS County Code: 123
US Census Tract: 050500
US Census Block: 4002