Bay Village Historical Society Events

Step into our transformed space and discover new exhibits. Experience a Revolutionary War camp, immerse yourself in indigenous stories from the Lake Erie shoreline, and marvel at treasures like the Lorenzo Carter chair and the newly acquired Wischmeyer boats. Families with children are especially welcome to join hands-on activities for all ages, including crafts, scavenger hunts and more.

ROSE HILL MUSEUM | 27715 Lake Road | 216-319-4634 • Open Sundays from 2 – 4:30 p.m.

September 19, 1 p.m. at Bay Village Library: “Preserving Your Family Treasures” by Anna Franko

Harvard Museum Studies student Anna Franko shares practical tips for preserving the photographs, documents, and heirlooms tucked away in your attic. This special presentation will be held at the Bay Village Library.

Sunday, October 4 from 2 to 4 p.m. – Lakeside Cemetery Tour

Ready to discover the stories that shaped Bay Village? This year’s Cemetery Tour celebrates the lives of Revolutionary War veterans. Reenacted by members of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR), and War of 1812 soldiers from Fort Meigs in Perrysburg, this tour will introduce visitors to the Bay Village Historical Society’s exciting new Cemetery Interpretation Project.

Throughout the cemetery, visitors will encounter historical reenactors portraying early settlers and pioneers who fought in the Revolution and the War of 1812, bringing the community’s past to life through self-guided tours and engaging stories. As part of the new interpretation project, prominent gravesites will feature QR codes linking to biographies, photographs, and enriching stories about the individuals buried there. Visitors can explore the lives of members of the Cahoon, Wolf, Aldrich, Foote, and many other families whose contributions helped shape Bay Village.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast or looking for a unique way to spend a crisp autumn afternoon outside, this tour offers an opportunity to connect with the people who built our community and preserved its legacy. This event is free to attend.