Chester Shade Historical Association

Chester Shade Historical Association Non-profit organization formed to preserve and operate the historic Courthouse and Academy buildings

05/08/2026

The Meigs County Historical Society is selling garden flags in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States specific to Meigs County for $20 each. The flags are available at several businesses around Meigs County including:
The Meigs Museum in Middleport
Main Street Furniture in Middleport
Clark’s Jewelry in Pomeroy
Fox’s Pizza Den in Rutland
Racine Hardware in Racine
Baum Lumber in Chester
Evans One Stop in Tuppers Plains
Shown is Ron Burkhamer of Racine Hardware holding one of the flags for sale

Please join Congressman Kevin Ritter for this free event at the Mulberry Community Center.
04/29/2026

Please join Congressman Kevin Ritter for this free event at the Mulberry Community Center.

Donations large and small continue to arrive from generous businesses and community members for the 2026 CSHA Auction Di...
04/14/2026

Donations large and small continue to arrive from generous businesses and community members for the 2026 CSHA Auction Dinner.

Something for everyone (on top of a delicious homestyle dinner!) await guests this Friday at the Syracuse Community Center.

CSHA will be here! CSHA's annual yardsale will be start Saturday, June 6, at the Meigs Fairgrounds.
04/04/2026

CSHA will be here!
CSHA's annual yardsale will be start Saturday, June 6, at the Meigs Fairgrounds.

04/04/2026

🇺🇸 Revolutionary War Veteran Graves Project Update 🇺🇸

The collection portal for the Revolutionary War Veteran Graves Project is closing soon—and we need your help to finish strong.

We still have over 3,700 veterans left to record before the deadline on May 4, 2026. After that, all submissions will be reviewed and verified, with final results set to be published by July 4, 2026.

To make it easier to get involved, we’ve teamed up with the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) to launch the SAR Ohio Cemeteries Dashboard:
(https://ohpo.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/a6fa6d6dbbf64df5ba2b7a4174f1dfeb).

This powerful tool helps you find cemeteries near you. Compare the cemeteries to the Live Results Dashboard: (https://ohpo.maps.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/6c0513ba52704005b71e1783a00be8f0)
to see what still needs recorded in your area!

Whether you're a history buff, genealogist, or just looking for a meaningful outdoor activity—this is your chance to make an impact.

👟 Grab your hiking boots
📸 Document gravesites via Survey123 on your smart phone
📝 Help preserve the legacy of our nation’s earliest patriots

Every grave recorded brings us one step closer to honoring those who fought for our independence.

Get started today and be part of something lasting!

02/14/2026

*Winter Open Hours Update*

CSHA will be closed after 12pm, Friday, February 20.

Normal hours (10am - 4pm), will resume Saturday, February 21.

01/23/2026

Here you can join in the various events we offer, from tours to clean up days!

12/24/2025
12/23/2025

✨CSHA Open Hours Holiday Schedule 🎅 :

Correction of earlier post:
*Open* Friday, December 26
*Closed* Saturday, December 27
*Open* Monday, December 29

12/12/2025

Announcement: CSHA will be *CLOSED* Saturday, December 13 due to snow.❄️

See you next week!

Address

46454 SR 248 PO Box 44
Chester, OH
45720

Opening Hours

Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+17409859822

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