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Hancock Historical Museum

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September 2023

Oktoberfest Findlay!

September 23 at 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Downtown Findlay, 328 S Main St
Findlay, OH 45840 United States
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Celebrate local German heritage at the 9th annual Oktoberfest in downtown Findlay! This family-friendly festival has become one of the largest single-day events in Hancock County. It includes live traditional German music and entertainment, a variety of contests, authentic German food from vendors like Schmidt’s Sausage Haus, the Kinderplatz Kid Zone and a selection of more than 40 domestic and German beers! Cost: Admission is $5 for 21 and over, $3 under 21. Visit our page here for more information!

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October 2023

Brown Bag Lecture: “A Dark Night in Bluffton”

October 5 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky Street
Findlay, OH 45840 United States
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Enlighten your lunch hour! Join us for the “A Dark Night in Bluffton” presented by Fred Steiner. Lectures are free for Museum members and the cost of regular admission for nonmembers. Please call the Museum at (419)423-4433 with questions. See the 2023 Brown Bag Lecture schedule here!

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2023 Historic Homes Tour – Champagne & Candlelight Preview

October 7 at 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

BUY TICKETS NOW! The five homes featured on this year’s Historic Homes Tour will be open for a limited number of guests for this VIP tour. Tour the homes at your leisure from 6-8:30p before enjoying a soiree at the Jones Mansion from 8:00-10:00p! Live music, heavy appetizers, and full cash bar. Two drink tickets (beer and wine) included in ticket cost. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance at the Hancock Historical Museum or online (will-call, must…

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2023 Historic Homes Tour

October 8 at 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

BUY TICKETS NOW! The Historic Homes Tour has been a community favorite for more than 30 years. The tour will showcase the beautiful historic architecture of Hancock County. Historical information will be provided and guests will be permitted to view the impressive interiors of the houses at their leisure. Volunteer docents will be on hand at each of the properties to assist and answer questions. This year’s tour promises to be a unique opportunity to see the many details of…

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Spooktacular!

October 21 at 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky Street
Findlay, OH 45840 United States
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The Hancock Historical Museum will host an evening of fun for all ages at a Halloween “Spooktacular!” on Saturday, October 21st from 5-8pm. Enjoy tours through the "haunted" Hull House, built in 1881. Sample seasonal treats cooked over the hearth in the historic Crawford Log House. Decorate pumpkins and cookies. Children will enjoy face-painting, crafts and games throughout the museum’s multiple buildings. Guests are encouraged to come in costume! The Children’s Museum of Findlay, Hancock Parks District, and the Blanchard…

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Classic Movie Night: Shadow of a Doubt (1943)

October 27 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky Street
Findlay, OH 45840 United States
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Join us for Shadow of a Doubt starring Joseph Cotton and Teresa Wright! This event is free to the public. There will be historical information before and discussion after. Popcorn and refreshments are provided. You can also BYOB! See the full list of 2023 Classic Movies here!

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November 2023

Brown Bag Lecture: “Serving as a Sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier”

November 2 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky Street
Findlay, OH 45840 United States
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Enlighten your lunch hour! Join us for the “Serving as a Sentinel at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier” presented by Bob Weinberg. Lectures are free for Museum members and the cost of regular admission for nonmembers. Please call the Museum at (419)423-4433 with questions. See the 2023 Brown Bag Lecture schedule here!

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December 2023

Brown Bag Lecture: “Battle of the Bulge”

December 7 at 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky Street
Findlay, OH 45840 United States
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Enlighten your lunch hour! Join us for the “Battle of the Bulge” presented by Ron Ammons. Lectures are free for Museum members and the cost of regular admission for nonmembers. Please call the Museum at (419)423-4433 with questions. See the 2023 Brown Bag Lecture schedule here!

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Christmas Open House

December 9 at 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky Street
Findlay, OH 45840 United States
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Saturday, December 9, 5-8pm & Sunday, December 10, 1-4pm Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to the museum and enjoy the season with a bit of history! Stroll through our campus, beautifully decorated for the holidays. Join the Hull family as they celebrate Christmas in the 1890's, sit by the fire in the Crawford Log House, savor hot cider and seasonal goodies. Enjoy crafts and games for children, and a visit by Father Christmas! Refreshments provided. $1.00 per…

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Christmas Open House

December 10 at 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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One event on December 10, 2023 at 1:00 pm

Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky Street
Findlay, OH 45840 United States
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Saturday, December 9, 5-8pm & Sunday, December 10, 1-4pm Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to the museum and enjoy the season with a bit of history! Stroll through our campus, beautifully decorated for the holidays. Join the Hull family as they celebrate Christmas in the 1890's, sit by the fire in the Crawford Log House, savor hot cider and seasonal goodies. Enjoy crafts and games for children, and a visit by Father Christmas! Refreshments provided. $1.00 per…

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Classic Movie Night: Holiday Affair (1959)

December 15 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky Street
Findlay, OH 45840 United States
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Join us for Holiday Affair starring Robert Mitchum and Janet Leigh! This event is free to the public. There will be historical information before and discussion after. Popcorn and refreshments are provided. You can also BYOB! See the full list of 2023 Classic Movies here!

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