Add These SPECIAL EVENTS to Your Calendar!
Thank you for supporting Medina County Historical Society! Celebrating 102 years in 2024!
If you have questions about any of our events, please email [email protected] or call 330-722-1341.
If you have questions about any of our events, please email [email protected] or call 330-722-1341.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 18th from 1 to 4pm
Community Ice Cream Social
The Medina County Historical Society will be hosting a community Ice Cream Social on Sunday, August 18th, 1pm – 4pm, at the historic McDowell-Phillips House Museum, 205 S. Prospect St., Medina.
Join us for an afternoon of music, face painting, Cleveland Police Museum Cars, Medina County Antique Power Association display, discounted museum tours and – of course – ice cream and goodies!!!!
Ice cream & goodies will be free-will donation (while supplies last!)
Admission tour fee is FREE for ages 16 and under, 17 and up just $5! The last tour starts at 3:30pm.
So, tell your friends and come on out to the Medina County Historical Society’s Ice Cream Social! Special thank you to Huntington Bank and Buehler’s! All are invited!.
Join us for an afternoon of music, face painting, Cleveland Police Museum Cars, Medina County Antique Power Association display, discounted museum tours and – of course – ice cream and goodies!!!!
Ice cream & goodies will be free-will donation (while supplies last!)
Admission tour fee is FREE for ages 16 and under, 17 and up just $5! The last tour starts at 3:30pm.
So, tell your friends and come on out to the Medina County Historical Society’s Ice Cream Social! Special thank you to Huntington Bank and Buehler’s! All are invited!.
VARIOUS DATES & TIMES – SEPTEMBER 5 thru 7
Tickets for Spirits of the Past 2024
This year the Spirits of the Past will be on Thursday Evening, September 5 (7:00 – 8:30); Friday Evening, September 6 (7:00 – 9:00); and Saturday Evening, September 7 (7:00 – 9:00). These will be the only opportunities to experience this yearly event.
Walk into history, for a fun evening of stories about early pioneers and historical events from Medina’s past with a guided tour around Medina’s Historic Square. At different locations around the Square, you will hear stories about the events and lives of Medina's pioneers with dramatic reenactments performed by local actors. For more than two decades, Medina's "Spirits of the Past" has been cooperatively staged by the Medina County Show Biz Company, The Medina County Arts Council, and the Medina County Historical Society. This guided walk around Medina's Historic Square shares stories about the lives of Medina's pioneers with dramatic reenactments performed by local actors.
All tickets are $7.00 for adults (ages 12 and above) and $4.00 for students (ages 3 to 11). There is no charge for anyone under the age of 3. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the site on the day of the event. Starting at 7 PM, there will be a group of 20 guests leaving every 10 minutes. We will be selling 10 of those slots at presale and 10 on the night of the Walk.
The Presale schedule is:
PRESALE at McDowell Phillips – Sunday, August 18, 1 – 4pm at the Ice Cream Social at the McDowell Phillips House (205 S. Prospect)
ONLINE – August 20 – August 29 Click to order online.
IN PERSON at the John Smart House Museum (206 N. Elmwood)
Saturday, August 31 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday, September 1 1:00 PM – 4:00PM
Tuesday, September 3, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday, September 4, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 5, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
On the nights of the event, tickets will go on sale at 6:00PM.
Walk into history, for a fun evening of stories about early pioneers and historical events from Medina’s past with a guided tour around Medina’s Historic Square. At different locations around the Square, you will hear stories about the events and lives of Medina's pioneers with dramatic reenactments performed by local actors. For more than two decades, Medina's "Spirits of the Past" has been cooperatively staged by the Medina County Show Biz Company, The Medina County Arts Council, and the Medina County Historical Society. This guided walk around Medina's Historic Square shares stories about the lives of Medina's pioneers with dramatic reenactments performed by local actors.
All tickets are $7.00 for adults (ages 12 and above) and $4.00 for students (ages 3 to 11). There is no charge for anyone under the age of 3. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the site on the day of the event. Starting at 7 PM, there will be a group of 20 guests leaving every 10 minutes. We will be selling 10 of those slots at presale and 10 on the night of the Walk.
The Presale schedule is:
PRESALE at McDowell Phillips – Sunday, August 18, 1 – 4pm at the Ice Cream Social at the McDowell Phillips House (205 S. Prospect)
ONLINE – August 20 – August 29 Click to order online.
IN PERSON at the John Smart House Museum (206 N. Elmwood)
Saturday, August 31 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday, September 1 1:00 PM – 4:00PM
Tuesday, September 3, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday, September 4, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Thursday, September 5, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
On the nights of the event, tickets will go on sale at 6:00PM.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16th at 6:30pm - Special Presentation
Ghostly Lore Surrounding Medina’s Most Haunted Place
presented by Brandon Massullo
Ghostly Lore Surrounding Medina’s Most Haunted Place
presented by Brandon Massullo
The Medina County Historical Society is sponsoring a special Halloween Event featuring a return appearance by Brandon Massullo, the author of Haunted Medina County, Ohio, who will discuss ghostly lore surrounding some of Medina’s most haunted restaurants, libraries, freeways, parks, and homes. Massullo is a clinical therapist, author, and parapsychologist that lives in Northeast Ohio.
Massullo will be joined by local haunted homeowners that will share accounts of their own ghostly experiences. Participants can also learn about resources available from the Medina Library on local hauntings and history.
The event will be held Wednesday October 16th, 2024 at 6:30pm, in the Medina Library Community Room A & B. The event is free and open to the public. Additional questions please email [email protected] or call 330-722-1341.
Admission is free and open to the public! If you need additional information email [email protected] or call 330-722-1341.
Massullo will be joined by local haunted homeowners that will share accounts of their own ghostly experiences. Participants can also learn about resources available from the Medina Library on local hauntings and history.
The event will be held Wednesday October 16th, 2024 at 6:30pm, in the Medina Library Community Room A & B. The event is free and open to the public. Additional questions please email [email protected] or call 330-722-1341.
Admission is free and open to the public! If you need additional information email [email protected] or call 330-722-1341.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW for December 2024 Raffle!
Victorian Feast Raffle
This is our signature raffle we have had for over 25 years! Two winners will each win an elegant five course dinner at the John Smart House Museum for 4 people to enjoy in February 2025 (date to be announced). It will begin at 6:00pm with a tour of the museum followed by dinner.
The drawing for the feast will be held in December, 2024. Tickets are $5 each or four for $15. Get your tickets now!
Call 330-722-1341 or email [email protected]. Also available at open houses at the John Smart House Museum, McDowell-Phillips House Museum and the Ice Cream Social on August 18th.
Good Luck!
The drawing for the feast will be held in December, 2024. Tickets are $5 each or four for $15. Get your tickets now!
Call 330-722-1341 or email [email protected]. Also available at open houses at the John Smart House Museum, McDowell-Phillips House Museum and the Ice Cream Social on August 18th.
Good Luck!
BUY TICKETS FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN!
MCHS Grand Raffle
This year’s Medina County Historical Society Grand Raffle is a chance to win over $1,000 in gift cards for restaurants, shopping, and activities around Medina County! Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $20. Winner will be drawn in December 2024. Get Your tickets now!
Call 330-722-1341 or email [email protected]. Also available at open houses at the John Smart House Museum, McDowell-Phillips House Museum and the Ice Cream Social on August 18th. Download our flyer here. Good Luck!
Proceeds from this raffle support operations of our two museums.
Call 330-722-1341 or email [email protected]. Also available at open houses at the John Smart House Museum, McDowell-Phillips House Museum and the Ice Cream Social on August 18th. Download our flyer here. Good Luck!
Proceeds from this raffle support operations of our two museums.
Gingerbread House Contest 2024
Join in the fun! The Medina County Historical Society will once again be having a Gingerbread House Contest! The entries will be on display at the John Smart House Museum, 205 N. Elmwood, Medina, on Sunday, November 3rd, from 1pm – 4pm, Saturday November 16th 10am - 12pm, Tuesday November 19th, 10am – 1pm and Friday November 29th 10am - 12pm. This will be a People’s Choice Award.
Adults are 16 and up, children 15 and under. New this year is our Professional category! For further information and to receive an application, contact MCHS at 330-722-1341 or email [email protected]. We can’t wait to see your entries!
Adults are 16 and up, children 15 and under. New this year is our Professional category! For further information and to receive an application, contact MCHS at 330-722-1341 or email [email protected]. We can’t wait to see your entries!
YOUR SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED
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.