Fostoria Area Historical Society

Fostoria Area Historical Society Welcome to the Fostoria Area Historical Society. We are a society dedicated to the preservation of all things Fostoria. The society operates two museums.

We are also committed to the education of ourselves and the public on the history of Fostoria and its surroundings. The main branch is located at 123 West North Street in an 1875 fire station, Fostoria’s oldest public building. It features a Fostoria manufactured Allen Car and a WWII era Seagrave fire engine. The other branch is located at 105 North Main Street. It is called Foster’s Museum, named

after Fostoria’s native son and two time Governor of Ohio, Charles Foster. This museum contains many of the Foster family belongings and other displays related to Fostoria. Both museums are open Saturdays, 11:00 – 2:00 (May through October). A special request to visit the museums at different hours may be made to Leonard Skonecki at (419) 435-3588. Of course, admission is free. Come Visit Us,

It’s Your History, Too!

05/28/2026

Calling all explorers! 🔍🗺️

The Fostoria Area Historical Society is inviting families to a fun and FREE Kids Quest event at the Fostoria Museum on Saturday, June 6 from 11 AM- 2 PM.

Kids can explore the museum, hunt for historical treasures, collect stamps in their passport, and win a prize. Plus, enjoy free popcorn while supplies last!

This free event is designed for kids of all ages, including the young at heart, and is a great way to experience local history in an interactive and family-friendly setting. The museum is located at 123 W. North St. in Fostoria.

Unable to attend the event? The museum is open every Saturday from May through October from 11 AM to 2 PM for visitors to explore and enjoy.

We have this same beauty device at the Fostoria North Street Museum. Stop in and get your curl on. 😃
04/21/2026

We have this same beauty device at the Fostoria North Street Museum. Stop in and get your curl on. 😃

04/18/2026

We are very honored and excited to host a book signing with local legend Leonard Skonecki!!

Leonard will be here Saturday, April 25th from 3p-5p signing copies of his book, “A Murderers’ Row of Metaphors and Idioms” — a clever and entertaining dive into the world of baseball language that you won’t want to miss!

Fostoria YMCA on W. Center Street.Circa 1965
12/21/2025

Fostoria YMCA on W. Center Street.
Circa 1965

Coming this October!
09/03/2025

Coming this October!

🍁🎃 Fall is in the air, Fostoria! 🎃🍁

Get ready for the Fostoria Area Historical Society’s Fall Fest—a day packed with community fun!
Local businesses are invited to join in on Trunk or Treat, plus there will be games, activities, and plenty of fall spirit for the whole family. 🍬👻

✨ Want to be part of it? More info on how businesses can participate is coming soon—stay tuned!

Bersted Mfg. Co. 1940 City Softball Champs. Would love to see if anyone has the names for these young champions.
08/31/2025

Bersted Mfg. Co. 1940 City Softball Champs. Would love to see if anyone has the names for these young champions.

Hanging out at the Fostoria Historical Society Museum today 😀The Doctors Room. Yikes 😬
08/09/2025

Hanging out at the Fostoria Historical Society Museum today 😀The Doctors Room. Yikes 😬

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped out to play games and enjoy the fun at the Heritage Day Car Show! 🚗✨ Your smile...
07/28/2025

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped out to play games and enjoy the fun at the Heritage Day Car Show! 🚗✨ Your smiles, laughter, and energy made the day unforgettable.

We also want to extend our deepest appreciation to the amazing sponsors and volunteers who helped make it all happen — from setting up to running games and everything in between. It truly takes a village, and we’re so grateful for each and every one of you. 🙌❤️

Until next year… THANK YOU for being part of such a special event for Fostoria!

Tomorrow's the day! Come join us! 11am-11pm
07/25/2025

Tomorrow's the day! Come join us! 11am-11pm

07/19/2025

Then and Now – Today, we’re comparing views looking at the Tiffin, Ohio Sears store from the east side. In the top vintage photo from around 1969/1970, we’re standing in front of the Petries Store that was part of the Westgate Shopping Center. The covered walkway went all the way along the entrances of several stores, including Petries, to the entrance of Sears. The bottom photo is the current view from this same location. When the Sears store was demolished and the new Kroger Store was built, Kroger added a drive-up window to the pharmacy in that area. Even though the Sears store has been gone for over 30 years, we remember going through those doors like it was yesterday.

Some great hardware up for grabs at this years Heritage Day Car Show and St. Wendelin Min Fest!! July 26th!!
07/15/2025

Some great hardware up for grabs at this years Heritage Day Car Show and St. Wendelin Min Fest!! July 26th!!

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123 W North Street
Fostoria, OH
44830

Opening Hours

11am - 2pm

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