Harveysburg Community Historical Society

Harveysburg Community Historical Society Historical 1831 Black Schoolhouse. To see exhibits inside the Schoolhouse, please make an appointmen C. The purchase was finally accomplished in February 1977. S.

The black school was sold and it became a dwelling, and remained so until after 1976. In 1976 Harveysburg applied to become an official Bicentennial Community, The requirements that the American Revolution Bicentennial Commission in Washington D. had established to become a Bicentennial Community were to celebrate the 200th birthday of our nation in three categories: Heritage, Festival and Horizo

ns. The Horizons purpose chosen by the Harveysburg Committee was to acquire the black school building, restore it, and open it to the public as a symbol of the progress of freedom through education. Restoration began with a matching grant from the National Parks U. Department of the Interior, administered through the Ohio Historical Society. The School/Museum continues through the donations and hard work of the members of the Harveysburg Community Historical Society. This Society was formed out of the former Bicentennial Committee and it represents the Village of Harveysburg and Massie Township, Warren County, Ohio. The First Free Black School was put on the National Register of Historic Places on November 17, 1977

Thanks to everyone that has been checking us out lately. If you have discovered the museum through History in Your Own ...
04/16/2026

Thanks to everyone that has been checking us out lately. If you have discovered the museum through History in Your Own Backyard and would like to visit.... Contact us to schedule a tour with Lucy McCarren.

03/26/2026

Remember you can now watch the video of Kenny Moore's conversation with Lucy McCarren telling the story of the Elizabeth Harvey Free Black School Museum on You Tube.... History in Your Own Backyard.... Free Black School, Harveysburg, Ohio. Check it out and leave a comment.

Start your Holiday season with good food and good friends. Everyone is welcome.
11/16/2025

Start your Holiday season with good food and good friends. Everyone is welcome.

10/20/2025

Next time an autumn leaf blows past your face, try to catch it — legend has it that it will bring good luck, or that you get to make a wish on it. The superstition can get more complex depending on the color and type of leaf you catch such as: Ginkgo leaves symbolize enlightenment, as well as hope and resilience. So come by the Elizabeth Harvey Free Black School Museum and try to catch a Ginkgo leaf.

Open House at the Elizabeth Harvey Free Black School Museum. Stop by for a free visit and light refreshments. (The Fall ...
09/08/2025

Open House at the Elizabeth Harvey Free Black School Museum. Stop by for a free visit and light refreshments.
(The Fall Festival will return on the third Saturday in September 2026.)

Search the Internet for the strangest names in American political history and you will come across Orindatus Simon Boliv...
05/23/2025

Search the Internet for the strangest names in American political history and you will come across Orindatus Simon Bolivar Walls. OSB Walls got his educational start at the now named Elizabeth Harvey Free Black School.
"....during the Civil War served as a recruiter for the famed Massachusetts 54th Volunteer Infantry. In March 1865 Wall gained lasting distinction when he was commissioned as a Captain in the Union Army, one of the first African Americans to be so honored."
So as we celebrate Memorial Day, let's remember this distinguished gentleman that had his beginnings right here in Harveysburg, Ohio.

Today Lucy McCarren and Rebecca Godfrey traveled to Palestine, Oh to share the story of the Elizabeth Harvey Free Black...
05/17/2025

Today Lucy McCarren and Rebecca Godfrey traveled to Palestine, Oh to share the story of the Elizabeth Harvey Free Black School. This group was so gracious and interested in Quakers, the work of the Harveys and the notable accomplishments of several of the past students. We even met a cousin of one of the students whose commencement address was highlighted in the presentation. How special was that! A very nice day.

In my humble opinion, nothing is prettier than a coating of soft, sticky snow.
02/16/2025

In my humble opinion, nothing is prettier than a coating of soft, sticky snow.

Elizabeth Harvey Free Black School Museum received the Cultural Preservation Award tonight at the Harmon Arts Awards. W...
02/16/2025

Elizabeth Harvey Free Black School Museum received the Cultural Preservation Award tonight at the Harmon Arts Awards. We are grateful for this recognition.

12/09/2024

Harveysburg Community Historical Society Christmas outing. Tuesday, Dec. 10 @ 6pm. Village Restaurant, Waynesville. No reservations required. Each attendee orders for themselves from the menu. Come join for food, fun and fellowship. Renew your yearly membership or join as a lifetime member and never have to remember to renew again. See you there!🌟🌲🌟

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Corner Of North & Lorraine Streets
Harveysburg, OH

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(937) 382-0153

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