Tag Archives: From The Vault
From the Vault: Velma West
Discover the story of Velma West, one of the most notorious murderers in Ohio, and her days on the lam. We visit the Ohio History Connection archives to learn more.
From the Vault: Columbus Architect Frank Packard and the President
Ohio History Connection discovers documents that link famed Columbus architect Frank Packard with President Warren G. Harding. Photos courtesy of Ohio History Connection
From the Vault: Obsidian Knife
WOSU’s Brent Davis visits the Ohio History Connection to examine an obsidian knife that originated in the American Southwest and was discovered in mounds of the ancient Ohio Hopewell people.
From the Vault: 19th-Century Needlework
Take a look at an Ohio History Connection collection of 19th-century needlework done by school-age girls. Photos courtesy of Ohio History Connection
From the Vault: Beulah Park
In 1923, Beulah Park opened as Ohio’s first thoroughbred racetrack. Travel through time via memorabilia of the track. And learn how its owners – the Robert Deinst Family – brought gambling entertainment to Grove City, while creating a high standard for equine care and management. Photos courtesy of: Janet Shailer, Grandview Heights Public Library, BJ […]