Smithville Community Historical Society

Smithville Community Historical Society We are a Non-Profit historical society established in 1990, located in Smithville, Ohio. The Mishler Weaving Mill and gift shop is open every Wed. 1:30-4pm.

Check the schedule in the Featured section for all of our events! The Pioneer Village of the Smithville Community Historical Society consist of nine main buildings and three smaller structures. Pioneer Log Cabin was built in the 1830's and displays many items used by our early settlers. Sheller House was built in 1850 and had many amenities not shown in the earlier Pioneer Cabin. Carriage Barn & P

ottery was built in the late 1800's and shows early construction methods. The first floor is home to the Village Pottery where our potters produce traditional clay vessels on a kick wheel. Village Blacksmith was one of the important tradesmen in any town. Our blacksmith creates many pieces used on the farm and in the home. A wheelwright also occupies part of this build showing how wagon wheels are made and repaired. Tin Shop - The tin shop's craftsmen create the household items from tin and also items to decorate the yard. LyDo Barn is a "Yankee" style barn originally built in 1840. The artifacts on display are from the 1800's & early 1900's. Many pieces were used on local farms. Historic Church of God was dedicated in December of 1867 and continued services until 2005 when the Historical Society became owner. The congregation was instrumental in found the first Sunday School in town. Train Depot houses railroad memorabilia from the local railroads. A second room houses early woodworking tools. The Caboose is home to our children's museum, featuring many early toys and books. At 381 E. Main Street is the Mishler Weaving Mill founded by John and Rosina Mishler. They had traveled to the United States from Switzerland with their three children. They started by weaving rag rugs on a hand loom and would enlarge their business to larger power driven looms. In later years, cheesecloth became a mainstay of the operation and was sold all over the world. The looms operate weekly making many items. The Reception Center is housed in the building that once served as the Mishler garage and workshop. It houses a meeting room, Mishler Photography Room, Mishler Heritage Room and Education Room. The Education Room contains items of the Point Breeze Chautauqua and our local schools.

06/01/2026

Wed. 6/3- Athena Gyro Express AND The Mishler Weaving Mill is a great start to summer!! Stop by both!

🥙🥙 Athena Gyro Express is headed to Smithville this week on Wed 6/3!! 😎Grab your besties, your kids or anyone else and c...
06/01/2026

🥙🥙 Athena Gyro Express is headed to Smithville this week on Wed 6/3!!
😎Grab your besties, your kids or anyone else and come to Smithville for a day of food and fun!
Head over to the Smithville Community Historical Society from 11:30am to 6 for the very BEST Gyros and Greek eats you can imagine!!
😎AND-The Mishler Weaving Mill will be open from 1:30-4 on Wednesday. Be sure to stop there while you're in the neighborhood. Authentic, original looms and weaving equipment from the mid 1800's, still in operation! Our weavers will be there, creating beautiful, unique, woven items!
🛑Stop by and see them at 381 E Main St. Check out the gift shop with lots of hand crafted items made right at the Mishler Mill.

Don't miss the mouth- watering, scrumptious food from Athena's Gyro's and a fun visit to the Mishler Weaving Mill, along with shopping at Sayre's Marketplace, The Oak Cupboard, Just Enough Antiques and Beyond the Brush studio!
Make it a fun, start to summer with a full day in Smithville!
Please be sure to stop by and support these small businesses while enjoying some great food!
See you Wednesday!
🌞Wednesday,6/3
🌞11:30am to 6
🌞Smithville Community Historical Society
🌞180 E Main St., Smithville

05/27/2026

It's Pizza Day! Mr. Bills Wood Fired Pizza is here today, Wed. 5/27, bringing you the best wood-fired pizza!!
Today- Only in Smithville!
🍕 Wed. 5/27
🍕11:30-6
🍕 180 E Main St Smithville (next to the post office)

Bring all your favorite people for some fabulous pizza!

🍕 WOOD-FIRED PIZZA IS COMING TO SMITHVILLE! 🍕You do NOT want to miss this! Mr. Bills Wood Fired Pizzais bringing the hea...
05/26/2026

🍕 WOOD-FIRED PIZZA IS COMING TO SMITHVILLE! 🍕

You do NOT want to miss this! Mr. Bills Wood Fired Pizzais bringing the heat and serving up some of the absolute best pizza around this week.

Think melty cheese, a perfectly crispy crust, and fabulous toppings—all cooked to perfection over an open wood fire. Nothing beats that authentic smoky flavor! 🔥😋

📅 When: Wednesday, May 27th
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM
📍 Where: Smithville Community Historical Society
🏢 180 E. Main St, Smithville (Right next to the Post Office)

Tag your pizza-loving friends, gather up the family, and come hungry. See you there! 👇

Getting ready for the Smithville Memorial Day Parade this morning.
05/25/2026

Getting ready for the Smithville Memorial Day Parade this morning.

On The Rise Bar-B-Que & Catering will be here 🥩Wed., May 20🔥11:30-6 with their mouthwatering smoked meats and scrumptiou...
05/20/2026

On The Rise Bar-B-Que & Catering will be here 🥩Wed., May 20
🔥11:30-6 with their mouthwatering smoked meats and scrumptious sides.
Don't miss out!
📌180.E. Main St Smithville

Smithville has a BIG parade coming up!Honor and Remember those who serve. Monday, May 25, 8:15 am.
05/20/2026

Smithville has a BIG parade coming up!Honor and Remember those who serve. Monday, May 25, 8:15 am.

BBQ time!! It's almost Wednesday and you know what that means? Another fabulous Food Truck! On The Rise Bar-B-Que & Cate...
05/19/2026

BBQ time!! It's almost Wednesday and you know what that means? Another fabulous Food Truck! On The Rise Bar-B-Que & Catering will be here bringing their delicious smoked meats! Don't miss this mouthwatering food!
🥩Wed. May 20
♨️11:30-6
🔥180 E. Main street Smithville (next to the post office)
Bring your friends and family and let On The Rise BBQ cook for you!

⭐There is SO much going on TODAY at the Smithville Community Historical Society!📌Sat. 5/16📌10-3 📌180 E.Main St., Smithvi...
05/16/2026

⭐There is SO much going on TODAY at the Smithville Community Historical Society!
📌Sat. 5/16
📌10-3
📌180 E.Main St., Smithville
🥧Delicious cinnamon rolls, pie and other baked goods from Tuxedo Baking Company
🖌️A Make and Take a durable wooden flag, from Beyond the Brush studio
🍋Lemonade from the Scouts
➰Try your hand at Rope Making
🔨Live Tin Smith and Black Smith demos
🪕Live music
🚪All historic log buildings are open to tour
🧵The Mishler Weaving Mill is open with live weaving demos
Don't miss this one-if-a kind special event TODAY ONLY!
We can't wait to see you there!

⭐Please Join Us! Tomorrow, Sat. 5/16 from 10-3, at the Smithville Community Historical Society for Artisan Day-featuring...
05/15/2026

⭐Please Join Us! Tomorrow, Sat. 5/16 from 10-3, at the Smithville Community Historical Society for Artisan Day-featuring
-Rope Making
-"Make & Take" Wooden Flag
- Corn Grinding
-Fresh Cinnamon Rolls
-Live Music + More!
Bring your Family & Friends!
Free Admission- Donations gladly accepted!
⭐Sat. 5/16
⭐10-3
⭐180 E. Main St. Smithville.(Next to the Post office).
Beyond the Brush studio
Tuxedo Baking Company

Address

PO Box 12, 381 E Main Street
Smithville, OH
44677

Opening Hours

1:30pm - 4pm

Telephone

(330) 669-9308

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