Historic Books and Gifts
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We are pleased to offer a growing selection of books relating to the history of Medina County. These are available at John Smart House or email us at [email protected] or call 330-722-1341.
MCHS MEMBERSHIPS
Individual - $20; Family $25; Senior/Student $10; Senior Family $25 
BOOKS
A Medina Family Saga 1830 – 2020 | $20 soft cover by Joann G. King & Gloria Brown In 1830, eleven-year-old Harrison Gray Blake and his foster family arrived in Medina County to carve out a homestead from what was still a wilderness. Blake went on to be a State Senator and U.S. Congressman during the Lincoln administration and a leading Medina citizen. His daughters and granddaughters married into the McDowell, Phillips and Rowe families. Available at our Museums and on Amazon. Letha E. House From Foundling to Philanthropist | $20 hard cover; $15 soft cover by Joann G. King A fascinating story about one of the area’s most generous Philanthropists and how she used her sudden wealth for the benefit of so many. Medina County Coming of Age 1810 – 1900 | $45 by Joann G. King Over 500 pages of history of the people and activities in the formative years of Medina County. Building a Firm Foundation | $30 by Joann G King & Susan McKiernan This book tells the story of Medina County’s history through her architectural heritage. It contains historical anecdotes, personal sketches, architectural descriptions, and over 250 photographs and drawings. Recipes and Remembrances, A Taste of History | $10 The Medina County Historical Society Cookbook Haunted Medina County Ohio | $22 by Brandon Massullo Growing up in Weymouth 1920s & 30s, OH | $3 by Marie Dreibelbis-Shurrell Stories from the 1920’s and 1930’s of Weymouth area. Growing Up in Weymouth 1950s & 60s, OH | $3 by Rob Shurrell The continuing stories of Weymouth from the 1950’s and1960’s Local Community Books | $20 each Brunswick, Chippewa Lake, Chippewa Lake Park, Medina, The Story of Medina Schools, Medina County & Wadsworth. 
OTHER ITEMS
McDowell-Phillips House Ornament | $15 each 
Two new ornaments for sale in our Gift Shop! John Smart House Museum and McDowell-Phillips House Museum. $15 each
Lapel Pins | $3 each
Available pins are The John Smart House, Medina Gazebo, Medina Courthouse, Old Phoenix Bank, the U.S. Flag, and the A.I. Root Homestead. Maximum width of 1". 
The Historical Society is a 501c3 organization, and donations may be deductible. Artifact donations may also be tax deductible based on an appraisal obtained by the donor.
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Medina County has a specialty license plate available through the Ohio BMV that will benefit local historical societies in the county. Please think of us when purchasing your plates in person or online.
$15 contribution + $10 BMV = $25/yr. in addition to your standard tag renewal fee. |
