DECORATOR TEAR-DOWN
Saturday, January 7: 10 am - 12 noon
Monday, January 9 - Friday, January 13: 10 am - 7 pm
Saturday, January 14: 12 noon - 5 pm

WOOD CO HISTORICAL SOCIETY BOARD RETREAT
Saturday, January 7, 9 am - 12 noon

MUSEUM "SPRING" CLEAN EVENT
TBA
Let us know if you can come for all, or part, of the day to help get the Museum in tip-top shape for the 2012 season. Lunch provided during the noon hour. RSVP with Tim Gaddie, 419-352-0967 or volunteer@woodcountyhistory.org

MUSEUM CLOSED DECEMBER 19 through FEBRUARY 6, 2012
The Museum will be closed December 19 through February 6 as we prepare exhibits for our 2012 season. For Museum business and meeting room rentals, please call ahead for an appointment, 419-352-0967.

MUSEUM OPEN FOR WEEKDAY SELF-GUIDED TOURS
February 7 - March 30: The Museum is open for self-guided tours Tuesday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Please call ahead for group tours or meeting room rentals.

SPRING OPENING [more] *and* TRASH OR CASH? Antique Appraisal Clinic [more]
Saturday, March 31, 2012
*Museum open for self-guided tours 1 - 4 PM
*Trash or Cash Antique Appraisal Clinic 1 - 3 PM
*Northwest Ohio Blacksmithing Demonstrations

MUSEUM OPEN FOR WEEKDAY & WEEKEND SELF-GUIDED TOURS
March 31 - October 31, 2012:
     Tuesday - Friday, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
     Saturday - Sunday, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Please call ahead for group tours or meeting room rentals.

NEW EXHIBIT:
Images of the Great Depression in Ohio: Documentary Portraits Revisited
April - June, 2012.
This exhibit of poignant photographs depict the impact of the Great Depression on Ohio's landscape. This exhibit was made possible by the Ohio Humanities Council.

TEA: LITTLE DRUMMER BOYS OF THE CIVIL WAR
Thursday, April 12, 2012 at 2:00 pm.
Presented by Emmy Hann.
Advanced reservations and payment necessary [Reservation and Fee Info]

Season Opener!
INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
April 28, 2012 at 1:00 pm - HOME vs North Baltimore Cyclones (North Baltimore, OH) at Wintergarden Park, BG [Location]

INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
May 5, 2012, time TBA - AWAY vs Cincinnati Buckeyes (Cincinnati, OH)

TEA: HATS AND MINT JULEPS: A DERBY KIND OF TEA
Thursday, May 10, 2012 at 2:00 pm.
Advanced reservations and payment necessary [Reservation and Fee Info]

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS PROGRAM
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (Museum is closed on Mondays).
The Wood County Historical Center & Museum is proud to be among over 800 museums across America to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, 2012, as part of the annual Blue Star Museums Program.

WOOD COUNTY HERITAGE DAYS [ more | application ]
Saturday, June 9, 2012, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday, June 10, 2012, 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Power of Yesteryear Antique Tractor Show - ALL WEEKEND
• Historical Society BBQ Fundraiser - Sunday, June 10, 11 am until sold out (or 2 pm)
• Spirit of Wood County Awards - Sunday, June 10
See photos from the 2010 event on FaceBook

TEA: LIVING LARGE ON A TIGHT BUDGET
Thursday, June 14, 2012 at 2:00 pm.
Advanced reservations and payment necessary [Reservation and Fee Info]

WOOD COUNTY 4-H QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
Throughout 2012 at the Museum and select locations around Wood County [more]

INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
June 16, 2012 at 1:00 pm - HOME vs Wheels Base Ball Club (Walker Tavern, MI) at Wintergarden Park, BG [Location]

INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
June 23, 2012, time TBA - AWAY vs Whiskey Island Shamrocks (Cleveland, OH)

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS PROGRAM
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (Museum is closed on Mondays).
The Wood County Historical Center & Museum is proud to be among over 800 museums across America to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, 2012, as part of the annual Blue Star Museums Program.

CHILDREN'S TEA: AN AFTERNOON WITH BEATRIX POTTER AND FRIENDS
Thursday, July 12, 2012 at 2:00 pm.
Advanced reservations and payment necessary [Reservation and Fee Info]

CHRISTMAS IN JULY DECORATOR MEETING [more]
TBA

MEMBERS SUMMER SOCIAL [more]
TBA
6-8 pm Rain or Shine
Hey Members! Pack a picnic to enjoy on the grounds.  Lemonade, cookies, and homemade ice cream provided.  Lawn games, hands-on activities, and tours of the Wood County Park District nature trail along the Portage River will be part of the fun. Bring your family and friends to this old-fashioned evening of treats and games.
See photos from the 2011 event on FaceBook
See photos from the 2011 event on

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS PROGRAM
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (Museum is closed on Mondays).
The Wood County Historical Center & Museum is proud to be among over 800 museums across America to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, 2012, as part of the annual Blue Star Museums Program

WOOD COUNTY FAIR - www.facebook.com/WoodCountyFair
Monday, July 30 - Monday, August 6, 2012
     "Fair to grow to 8 days" - Sentinel-Tribune, December 10, 2011

WOOD COUNTY FAIR - www.facebook.com/WoodCountyFair
Monday, July 30 - Monday, August 6, 2012
     "Fair to grow to 8 days" - Sentinel-Tribune, December 10, 2011

INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
August 4, 2012 at 1:00 pm - HOME vs Hoover Sweepers (Canton, OH) at Wintergarden Park, BG [Location]

TEA: HERB GARDEN BRUNCH & TOUR: HERBS & SPICES WITH AN ETHNIC TWIST
Thursday, August 9, 2012 at 10:00 am.
Following the program, guests will venture out to the Herb Garden where the Black Swamp Herb Society will share a few secrets to their successes.
Advanced reservations and payment necessary [Reservation and Fee Info]

NATIONAL SPIRIT OF '45 DAY: Remembering the end of WWII [more]
August 14, 2012, 1:00 - 4:00 pm

INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
August 18, 2012 at 1:00 pm - HOME vs Columbus Capitals at Wintergarden Park, BG [Location]

INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
August 26, 2012 at 1:00 pm - HOME vs Mansfield Independents (Mansfield, OH) at Wintergarden Park, BG [Location]

WOOD COUNTY LIVING HISTORY DAY [more]
Sunday, August 26, 2012 from 2:00-4:00 pm @ Oak Grove Cemetery, BGSU
INTERESTED? If you would like to participate as a researcher or portrayer, please call the Museum at 419-352-0967.

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS PROGRAM
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (Sunday, September 2). (Museum is closed on Mondays). The Wood County Historical Center & Museum is proud to be among over 800 museums across America to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, 2012, as part of the annual Blue Star Museums Program.

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS PROGRAM
Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (Sunday, September 2).
The Wood County Historical Center & Museum is proud to be among over 800 museums across America to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, 2012, as part of the annual Blue Star Museums Program.

INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
September 2, 2012, time TBA - AWAY - Ohio Cup, Columbus OH

INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
September 9, 2012, time TBA - AWAY vs Wheels Base Ball Club (Walker Tavern, MI)

TEA: THE BEES KNEES AND OTHER SWEET SECRETS FROM THE HIVES
Thursday, September 13, 2012 at 2:00 pm.
Don Schooner of Schooner Farms in Weston, will give the "buzz" on local bees and honey.
Advanced reservations and payment necessary [Reservation and Fee Info]

Season Closer!
INFIRMARY INMATES VINTAGE BASE BALL [more]
September 15, 2012, time TBA - vs Early Risers (Detroit, MI) under the lights at Ned Skeldon Stadium [Location]

Dates TBA for:
GRAND EVENT FOR GRANDPARENTS
BE A TOURIST IN YOUR OWN TOWN
BGSU Family Weekend
Tour your own community through the eyes of a tourist and stop by the Museum for Demo Day!
[more info and photos from 2012] [see more photos on Flickr] [see more photos on FaceBook]

Smithsonian Magazine: MUSEUM DAY
Present the Museum Day admission card to receive free general admission at participating Museum Day locations. The admission card is available in the September issue of Smithsonian magazine or downloadable via this site.

FOLKLORE TOUR TRAINING
Learn how to conduct an Infirmary Folklore Tour for the Friday Night Folklore Tours and the Halloween Folklore & Funfest. If interested, call 419-352-0967 or volunteer@woodcountyhistory.org.

SCARECROW CONTEST [more]
Deadline to enter Monday, October 8, 2012, presented by the Wood Co. Park District [registration details]

SCARECROW WORKSHOP [more]
Tuesday, October 9, 2012, presented by the Wood Co. Park District [register online]

TEA: HALLOWEEN FOLKLORE
Thursday, October 11, 2012 at 7:00 pm.
Presented by Becky White-Schooner.
Advanced reservations and payment necessary [Reservation and Fee Info]

PUMPKIN CARVING WORKSHOP & CONTEST [more]
Thursday, October 18, 2012, presented by the Wood Co. Park District [register online]

FOLKLORE FRIDAYS AT THE INFIRMARY [more]
Friday, October 19, and 26, 2012.
90-minute guided folklore tour includes the Infirmary (now the Wood County Museum) and outdoor Story Stops at the Log Cabin (Civil War medicine), the Pestilence House, the Lunatic Asylum and the Pauper’s Cemetery. Tours start at 7 PM, 8 PM, and 9 PM and reservations are required.
Volunteer to be a folklore tour guide : If interested, call 419-352-0967 or volunteer@woodcountyhistory.org

HALLOWEEN FOLKLORE & FUNFEST [more]
Saturday, October 20, 2012, 4:00 - 9:00 PM
Sponsored by the Wood County Park District

FOLKLORE FRIDAYS AT THE INFIRMARY [more]
Friday, October 19, and 26, 2012.
90-minute guided folklore tour includes the Infirmary (now the Wood County Museum) and outdoor Story Stops at the Log Cabin (Civil War medicine), the Pestilence House, the Lunatic Asylum and the Pauper’s Cemetery. Tours start at 7 PM, 8 PM, and 9 PM and reservations are required.
Volunteer to be a folklore tour guide : If interested, call 419-352-0967 or volunteer@woodcountyhistory.org

ROTARY GHOST WALK: TALES AND TOMBSTONES - tba

CHRISTMAS DECORATOR PSYCH-UP MEETING [more]
and Decorator Applications due too! Date TBA.

MUSEUM OPEN THROUGH OCTOBER 31 FOR SELF-GUIDED TOURS
We will be closed in November as we prepare for the Old Home Holiday Tour in December.
Please call ahead for group tours or meeting room rentals.

MUSEUM CLOSED IN NOVEMBER
We will be closed in November as we prepare for the Old Home Holiday Tour in December.
Please call ahead for group tours or meeting room rentals.

OLD HOME HOLIDAY DECORATING
[Dates & Details]

GERMAN-AMERICAN DAY [more]
Date TBA
The Historical Society and BGSU German-American program team up as part of this annual observance of German-American Day. FREE program.

WCHS ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DINNER and BOARD ELECTION [more]
Date TBA

BOWLING GREEN HOLIDAY PARADE
Date TBA

MENTAL HEALTH LECTURE
Date TBA

OLD HOME HOLIDAY TOUR & CHRISTMAS EVENTS
December 8 - 21, 2012 [more]
Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays - 10 AM - 5 PM
Thursday & Fridays - 10 AM - 8 PM (except Dec. 14, 10-5 PM)
Saturdays & Sundays - 1 PM - 4 PM

TEA: CHRISTMAS TOUR & TEA
Thursday, December 13, 2012 - at 2:00 pm.
Thursday, December 20, 2012 - at 2:00 pm.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of holidays gone by with a special menu of teas and goodies.
Advanced reservations and payment necessary [Reservation and Fee Info]

HOLIDAY GALA FUNDRAISER [more]
Friday, December 14, 2012. 6:00 - 9:00 PM, $20 ticket

MUSEUM CLOSED DECEMBER 22, 2012 through FEBRUARY 4, 2013.
The Museum will be closed December 22, 2012 through February 4, 2013 as we prepare exhibits for our 2013 season. For Museum business and meeting room rentals, please call ahead for an appointment, 419-352-0967.

Kelli Kling
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Wood County Historical Center & Museum
13660 County Home Road
Bowling Green, OH 43402
419-352-0967
museum@woodcountyhistory.org