Tag Archives: columbus ohio
Sears House Kits
At one time, you could order nearly anything from Sears — including a house built from a kit. Discover Sears houses that local residents still call home, sweet home.
The History of Camp Sherman in Chillicothe
Learn about life at Camp Sherman, the large World War I training camp in Chillicothe, from daily drills to a deadly influenza epidemic. Photos courtesy: Columbus Metropolitan Library, Library of Congress, Ohio History Connection and Ross County Historical Society Historic film footage courtesy: Library of Congress
Driving with Darbee: Defense Supply Center Columbus
Architectural historian Jeff Darbee visits the Defense Supply Center Columbus to learn about World War I industries in Columbus and the center’s role during the war.
DIY Wedding Dress Preservation
Wedding dress preservation is big business, with a high price tag for each dress. Find out how easy it is to preserve a wedding dress for future generations during this visit to the Ohio History Connection.
