Morrow County Genealogical Society

Our Civil War, 1861 - 1865
2026-05-30 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Our Civil War, 1861 – 1865
Speaker: Al Fulton

First Families of Morrow County Lunch
2026-04-25 11:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | St. John’s Lutheran Church, 6808 State Route 314, Mount Gilead, Ohio, 43338
Program: “Let the Bell of Freedom Ring – Does That Ring a Bell?”
Speaker: Sharon Kincade
Not just about the Liberty Bell, but how bells have been a big part of our society.

AT: The Church is located about one mile south of Johnsville, in Perry Township, near North Woodbury.
Menu: Pulled pork, potatoes, vegetable, dessert and drink.
Cost: $15.00 per person. Pay at the door upon arrival. Cash or check, please.
Advance reservations are required. Reservation deadline: Wednesday April 15, 2026.
How to reserve: TELEPHONE: call the Genealogy Library (419) 947-5866, extension 5. Leave a voicemail message. State your name, the number of meals (at $15.00 each), and a contact phone number so we can reach you. — OR– TEXT all that information to (419) 512-3353.

World War II - Behind the Badges: Mansfield Ohio's Factory Workers in the 1940's
2026-03-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Perry Cook Memorial Public Library, 7406 Morrow County Road 242, Johnsville, Ohio
World War II – Behind the Badges: Mansfield, Ohio’s Factory Workers in the 1940’s

Speaker: Josh Andra
He will display a part of his collection of 120 employee photo ID badges from 14 local factories in Richland County that were part of the war efforts.

Immigrants Who Worked in the Copper Mines in Michigan
2026-02-28 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Speaker: Kim Harvey

Stories Passed Down From the Elders
2026-01-24 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Roundtable discussion of words of wisdom.

Ohio Land Surveys -- Past and Present
2025-11-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Ohio land surveys — past and present. John Walker, speaker

Mystery Topic
2025-10-25 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Mystery Topic (to be announced)!

Picnic and Maple Grove Cemetery Tour
2025-09-27 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Selover Library, 31 State Route 95 W, Chesterville, OH, 43338, United States
Pot-luck picnic at 12:00 noon at Selover Public Library, 31 State Route 95 West, Chesterville, followed by a virtual or physical tour of Maple Grove Cemetery, Chesterville (rain or shine), presented by Russ Mayer.

"The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution"
2025-08-16 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, presented by Charlotte Chipps (one of our MCGS members). The DAR was founded in 1890 to promote historic preservation, education and patriotism across the United States.

"Searching My Rhode Island Roots"
2025-05-17 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
My success with searching my Rhode Island roots. Kim Walker Harvey, speaker.

First Families of Morrow County Luncheon
2025-04-26 11:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Trinity United Methodist Church, 75 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
First Families of Morrow County Luncheon. Trinity United Methodist Church.
Park at the church lot on East Center Street. Enter through the side door; take the elevator up to the second floor.
Special guest: Rev. John Rankin (as portrayed by Mark Bohland) will speak after the lunch and First Families Awards ceremony about his role as Presbyterian minister and conductor of a station on the Underground Railroad along the Ohio River.
Meal: Chicken with potato, vegetable, coleslaw, roll, dessert, and drink. Special diet? If you have special dietary needs, please let us know when you register for the meal.
Cost: $15.00 per person. Pay at the door upon arrival with cash or check.
Advance reservations are required. Deadline to reserve: Wed. April 16th, by 2:30 p.m.
How to reserve: Telephone: call (419) 947-5866, push option “5”, and leave a voice mail message. State your name, number of meals (at $15.00 each), and a contact phone number so we can reach you. Or TEXT all that information to (419) 512-3353.
Note: The public is welcome (both MCGS members and non-members) to come and hear Mr. Bohland’s presentation, without paying for a meal, and at no charge. Arrive about 1:15 p.m. at the church on Saturday, April 26, 2025.

Scottish Games and Celtic Fair
2025-03-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
“Scottish Games and Celtic Fair”, Bryce Manner, speaker.

Higher Education in Morrow County
2025-02-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
“Higher Education in Morrow County”, Mark Phillips, speaker. (There is more to the story than just Ohio Central College at Iberia).

Hobbies
2025-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Join us for a roundtable discussion designed for members and guests to share family history stories. The theme is ‘Hobbies’.

Native American Research
2024-11-16 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Deborah Kitko, a Trustee of the Ohio Genealogical Society and the Genealogical Librarian for the Wayne County Public Library, Wooster, Ohio will be the speaker.
Meeting will be held in the genealogy library above the annex community room.

Genealogy Tips and Hints: Overcoming That Brick Wall
2024-10-26 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Susan Matthews, President, Marion Area Genealogical Society, speaker.

Mount Gilead Founder's Day Celebration
2024-09-28 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Ohio
Johnny Appleseed, as portrayed by Jim Stoner, will visit the Cross House at 11:00 am to join the Mount Gilead Founder’s Day Celebration!
The Cross House, 85 East Marion Street, will be open 10 am to 4 pm.
Parts of the Morrow County Genealogical Society’s Rev. Henry Shedd Collection will be on display, including The Preamble and Constitution of the Mt. Gilead Anti-Slavery Society, which was signed March 16, 1840, in the midst of an egg-throwing mob.
Many other activities will be taking place in downtown Mt. Gilead throughout the day!
Plan to attend!

Morrow County Trivia Contest
2024-08-17 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Details to follow.

My Civil War Hero: Tom Moon's Full Life
2024-05-18 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Janet Rhodebeck, (a descendant of Corporal Moon and his wife, Mary Kraner), speaker.

Annual First Families Recognition Lunch
2024-04-27 11:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Trinity United Methodist Church, 75 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Special guest will be a visitor from the past: John Chapman, better known as Johnny Appleseed (portrayed by Jim Stoner). He will be anticipating the celebration of his 250th birthday on September 26, 2024.
Lunch will be served by Trinity U.M. Church with price and menu to be determined.

History of Morrow County Churches
2024-03-23 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
History of Morrow County churches presented by Ann Artrip.

Ireland Travelogue
2024-02-24 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Glory Baptist Church, 600 N. Main St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Do you have family ancestry from Ireland? A lot of us do! Join Anne Kunze as she shares pictures from her recent Ireland trip. Maybe you’ll find a connection to your family, too!

Pets and Other Animals in Our Lives
2024-01-27 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Members sharing stories about the special animals in their lives.

Morrow County and the Victory Shaft - The People behind the Names
2023-11-18 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
metaslider-UPCOMING MEETINGS

DNA Case Study: a Mystery First Cousin
2022-09-24 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
September 24, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. Kelli Bergheimer will teach us the methodology and steps needed to uncover who a person is in your autosomal match list. Learn how to manage those tough ethical dilemmas. And hear ideas on how to responsibly hold the knowledge of a family secret.
Kelli Bergheimer is a writer, teacher, editor, and national genealogical speaker. Kelli holds a Bachelor’s in Biology, a Master’s in Education: Curriculum and Instruction, and a Master’s in Business Management. Kelli is a math and science supervising editor for Smart Education, a K-12 textbook company located in Dubai writing textbooks for the MENA region: Middle East Northern Africa. Kelli runs two small businesses: Geo-Centric Learning and Mess on the Desk, a genealogical organization company with an accompanying blog, YouTube channel, and online store. Kelli is the Genetics, Genealogy, and You facilitator. Kelli is a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists, International Society of Genetic Genealogists, and the Genealogical Speaker’s Guild.

Ohio Cemeteries 101
2022-08-20 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Public Library Annex, 35 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
August 20, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. Join us as Krista Horrocks, Archeologist with the Ohio History Connection , presents Ohio Cemeteries 101. Do you have questions about an old cemetery? This is your opportunity to ask those questions and learn about cemetery preservation, access, laws, and more.

First Families Luncheon
2022-05-21 11:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Trinity United Methodist Church, 75 E. High St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Join us on May 21, 2022 as we celebrate those who have proven their ancestors who lived in Morrow County in 1850 or before. The gathering will begin at 11:30 a.m., with lunch at 12:00 followed by the induction ceremony and a program presented by Richard Gladden, Morrow County native, on publishing your family history.
Reservations are required for lunch, which costs $12. Please email morrowco.gen.society@gmail.com if you wish to attend.

Share Your Family Treasure
2022-03-27 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Mt. Gilead Glory Baptist Church, 600 N. Main St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
March 27, 2:00 p.m.
Do you have a family heirloom? a quilt, toy, photo, or love letter? your grandmother’s yearbook? a favorite family story? Please bring it along and plan to share!
Mt. Gilead Glory Baptist Church
600 N. Main St., Mt. Gilead, Ohio

Dr. Nathan Tucker: Morrow County's First Millionaire
2021-05-22 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Ohio
Saturday, May 22, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.
New Life Church, 290 Lincoln Ave., Mt. Gilead, Ohio
Dr. Nathan Tucker, world famous as inventor of his Asthma Specific treatment, was a successful businessman and philanthropist. He built several of the buildings on Main Street in Mt. Gilead and was very active in the community.
Join us as Kevin Evans shares the incredible story of Dr. Nathan Tucker.

2021 OGS Conference
2021-01-20 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Virtual
14-17 April, 2021 We’re Going Virtual
Register Today at www.OGSConference.org
The theme “Bringin’ It Home” has a special meaning this year. Because of he pandemic, this year’s Conference Committee has made every effort to make your conference experience feel as “in person” as possible. There will be opportunities to listen to and interact with well known speakers on a range of subjects that will interest you and, hopefully, help you in moving your research forward.
So, cozy up to your computer in your comfy clothes and allow use us to bring an exciting conference experience to you home.
Dot Martin – OGS President
Cheryl Abernathy & Stacey Adger – 2021 Conference Committee
