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February 14, 2017

The Randolph Freedpeople Part One: An Introduction

Part one in the story of the Randolph Freedpeople of Roanoke, their journey to Ohio, and settlement in the Miami Valley.

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February 10, 2017

History as it Happens: Make Your Mark on Ohio History

What do you think is unique about living in Ohio in the twenty-first century? If you have a story that you think is worth preserving, let us know!

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January 25, 2017

Mysteries of the Archives: the Case of the Confusing Correspondence

It's elementary, my dear reader! Join me as I follow the clues and track down a mystery deep in the archives!

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December 23, 2016

Mysteries of the Archives: the Case of the Butler County Courtroom

It's elementary, my dear reader! Join me as I follow the clues and track down a mystery deep in the archives!

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December 9, 2016

Friends From the Past: Connecting Through the Archives

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December 2, 2016

Blogs Away: Wine, Shakers and Ohio in the 19th Century

Hear from our Manuscripts Intern David McDevitt as he journeys into the archives!

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September 30, 2016

Welcome David McDevitt

We are very excited to introduce our newest Manuscripts Intern, David McDevitt. Welcome to the Ohio History Connection!

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September 28, 2016

The Language of Telegrams

Before telephones, fax machines, email and text messaging, telegrams were the fastest mode of communication for most Ohioians.

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August 24, 2016

History in 3-D: An Introduction to Stereoviews

Have you ever heard of a stereoview? Read on to learn the interesting history behind this 19th century 3-D technology.

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July 12, 2016

Ohio History for the Pokémon Trainer

Do you play Pokémon Go? Lucky for you, the Ohio History Connection and the Ohio Village are filled with historically important Pokéstops!