Allen County Museum

Museum Talk: The Legacy of Ohio Presidents Presented by Dr. Christine Fowler Shearer
2026-05-31 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Allen County Museum, 620 W. Market Street, Lima, Ohio, 45801
Executive Director Christine Fowler Shearer examines the legacy of the Ohio Presidents and their national impact. Gain insight into Ohio’s remarkable contribution to American leadership. Learn more about Presidents William Henry Harrison, Grant, Hayes, Garfield, Benjamin Harrison, McKinley, Taft, and Harding.

Museum Talks are free for all visitors to attend.

The Rail Legacy: Voices, Images, Artifacts
2026-06-27 11:00 - 2026-11-15 17:00
Weaving together the human and industrial story of the rails, this exhibit highlights how the railroad built commuities and connected a nation. Featuring historic photographs, artistic responses, and autentic relics of the railroad life, the exhibition invites visitors to reflect on how the rhythm of the rails continues to echo today.

Museum Talk: A Lasting Love: Art & Railroads Presented by Arnold Tunstall
2026-06-28 14:00 - 15:00
Curator Arnold Tunstall explores the enduring romance of railroad imagery in art in connection with The Rail Legacy. A thoughtful look at how railroads captured the American imagery.

All Museum Talks are free for visitors to attend.

Life in America: 1940s Day 1
2026-07-24 11:30 - 16:30
Your Mission:

Rationing & Retail: Step into our General Store! You’ll start by making your own ration books, then use your stamps to “shop” for essentials while learning how families managed during wartime shortages.

Playtime in the 40s: Discover the toys and board games that kept kids entertained long before video games! From classic wooden toys to popular 1940s tabletop games, see what “fun” looked like 80 years ago.

Dig for Victory: Roll up your sleeves at our Victory Garden. Learn how families during the war grew their own “superfoods” and take home tips on how to start your own backyard plot.

At Your Service: Visit our Servicemen’s Canteen. While we aren’t serving rations today, you can experience the atmosphere where soldiers gathered for music, morale, and a bit of home-front hospitality.

Meet the Past: Rub elbows with Historic Reenactors in full 1940s gear. Ask them about life during the war, see their equipment, and hear stories of bravery and everyday life from 80 years ago.

Plus, so much more to experience and engage with!

No registration required and free for all visitors, bring your sense of adventure! For more information, visit us at https://allencountymuseum.org/ or report to the Museum Front Desk.
We’ll see you on the home front on July 24th & 25th!

Life in America: 1940s - Day 2
2026-07-25 11:30 - 16:30
