Amherst Historical Society

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Our Commitment: To preserve, display and exhibit our local history and sandstone heritage; to provide excellence in educational programming and historic preservation. Support Amherst Historical Society when:
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Employers who match personal donations:
Nordson Corporation
Key Bank
Sherwin-Williams
Check with your employer to see if they have a donation match program
Thank you for your support!!

There are only a few tables left for each performance- don't wait to purchase your tickets!!https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/...
09/02/2026

There are only a few tables left for each performance- don't wait to purchase your tickets!!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/murder-mystery-dinner-theatre-3

This year's Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre is September 18, 19 & 20! Set in California during 1960, "Days of Wine and Murder" is directed by the amazing Valerie Farschman!

Friday, Sept 18 at 6pm (doors open at 5:30pm)
Saturday, Sept 19 at 6pm (doors open at 5:30pm)
Sunday, Sept 20 at 2pm (doors open at 1:30pm)

Basket raffles - 50/50 raffles - Best Costume Contest!

$45 per person
$40 for current AHS members

Tickets are going quickly, and include dinner of Roast Beef Au Jus, Chicken Marsala, Cheesy Au Gratin, California Medley, green beans, salad, rolls, and assorted desserts.

You can order via the above link (you can put the percentage to "0" to avoid paying fees) or by contacting our office at 440-988-7255 or [email protected]!

Connect to a Cause is on Thursday, September 17, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m! https://www.peoplewhocare.org/connecttoacauseDono...
09/02/2026

Connect to a Cause is on Thursday, September 17, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m! https://www.peoplewhocare.org/connecttoacause

Donors can choose local non-profits by directly donating to them through the Connect to a Cause website or by mailing in their donations prior to September 17th. Throughout the day, we have the chance to receive additional dollars based on the amount raised.

We are excited to participate in Connect to a Cause and hope you will consider supporting us and other great organizations!

The minimum donation is only $5. You may donate by sending a check directly to the Community Foundation of Lorain County using a donation form (must be received by the Community Foundation by September 17thhttps://e1.nmcdn.io/assets/cflc/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Connect-to-a-Cause-Offline-Donation-Form.pdf ) or you may donate through the Connect to a Cause website on September 17th between 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

What is Connect to a Cause?

Connect to a Cause is a community-wide day of giving created to support local non-profit agencies in Lorain County. All donations are coordinated by the Community Foundation of Lorain County and then disbursed to participating organizations following the day of giving.

There is no limit to the amount of money a non-profit can raise during Connect to a Cause. The number of donors is also not limited.
A minimum of 25% of the organization’s fundraising proceeds from Connect to a Cause will remain in each organization’s agency endowment fund. The remaining donations will be given directly to the organization to support its mission.

Why Donate to the Amherst Historical Society?

Your donation helps us to preserve Amherst's history, provide free community events and programs, offer hands-on historic trades, provide free educational opportunities, and bring history to life!

Thank you for your support in keeping history alive!

1930s Hooverville is Sat, Aug 29 from 11am-5pm! Free to attend, this living history event is about the Great Depression,...
08/28/2026

1930s Hooverville is Sat, Aug 29 from 11am-5pm! Free to attend, this living history event is about the Great Depression, with a focus on how people in Amherst- and across the country- helped others, from neighbors to strangers!

FREE to attend at Sandstone Village, 763 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH (Free parking at Sandstone Village )

Games, Music, and Pastimes of the 30s
Hobo Jungle and Culture
Hooverville camp
Kids’ activities
Historic Trades
1930s era food for donation
Village Buildings open & more!

Thank you to all the reenactors for bringing 1930s history to life! And thank you for your support and for helping to keep history alive!

For more information, please contact us at (440) 988-7255 or [email protected]

Photos:
Elizabeth Fought, edited by Rebecca O'Grady

Tickets are going fast! This year's Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre is set in California during 1960: "Days of Wine and Mu...
08/27/2026

Tickets are going fast! This year's Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre is set in California during 1960: "Days of Wine and Murder," and is directed by the amazing Valerie Farschman!

Friday, Sept 18 at 6pm (doors open at 5:30pm)
Saturday, Sept 19 at 6pm (doors open at 5:30pm)
Sunday, Sept 20 at 2pm (doors open at 1:30pm)

Basket raffles - 50/50 raffles - Best Costume Contest!

$45 per person
$40 for current AHS members

Tickets are going quickly, and include dinner of Roast Beef Au Jus, Chicken Marsala, Cheesy Au Gratin, California Medley, green beans, salad, rolls, and assorted desserts.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/murder-mystery-dinner-theatre-3

You can order via the above link (you can put the percentage to "0" to avoid paying fees) or by contacting our office at 440-988-7255 or [email protected]!

The Sandstone Village Fall Festival is Sat, Sept 26 from 11am-4pm! Free to attend and free parking at Sandstone Village,...
08/26/2026

The Sandstone Village Fall Festival is Sat, Sept 26 from 11am-4pm! Free to attend and free parking at Sandstone Village, 763 Milan Avenue, Amherst Ohio 44001!

Crafters and Vendors
Kids’ Games and Activities
Food Vendors
Historic Buildings will be open
Historic Trades and more!

The Sandusky Bay Chapter, Archaeological Society of Ohio will have an Indian Artifact Display in The Hickory Tree Grange. Projectile points, hafted knives, atlatls and pottery will be on display, and some items will be available for purchase. Native Americans for centuries held fall festivals and trade fairs.

For more information, please contact us at 440-988-7255 or [email protected]

Thank you for your support in keeping history alive!

1930s Hooverville is Sat, Aug 29 from 11am-5pm! Free to attend, this living history event is about the Great Depression,...
08/25/2026

1930s Hooverville is Sat, Aug 29 from 11am-5pm! Free to attend, this living history event is about the Great Depression, with a focus on how people in Amherst- and across the country- helped others, from neighbors to strangers!

FREE to attend at Sandstone Village, 763 Milan Ave, Amherst, OH (Free parking at Sandstone Village )

Games, Music, and Pastimes of the 30s
Hobo Jungle and Culture
Hooverville camp
Kids’ activities
Historic Trades
1930s era food for donation
Village Buildings open & more!

Thank you to all the reenactors for bringing 1930s history to life! And thank you for your support and for helping to keep history alive!

For more information, please contact us at (440) 988-7255 or [email protected]

Photos: Elizabeth Fought

Today, Aug 23 from 12pm-4pm is A Special Wish Car Show at Sandstone Village, 763 Milan Avenue, Amherst, OH 44001!Pops S...
08/23/2026

Today, Aug 23 from 12pm-4pm is A Special Wish Car Show at Sandstone Village, 763 Milan Avenue, Amherst, OH 44001!

Pops Shaved Ice OH
Frankie B's

Car Show Registrants:10am-12pm Registration

$10 Entry Fee

* Dash Plaques to first 150
* Door Prizes
* Trophies for Show Winners

Please enter Sandstone Village through Jefferson Street to park and register.

Spectators: Free Entry and Free Parking and Shuttle from 12pm-4pm at Amherst Junior High, 548 Milan Ave. Amherst, Oh.

*FLP Presents for Entertainment
*Food Vendors
Pops Shaved Ice OH and Frankie B's
*Village Buildings will be Open
* 50/50s & Basket Raffles

For more information, please contact 440-988-7255 or [email protected]!

Thank you to all the Sponsors for making this event possible:

Byrider
Charles Chapman State Farm
Nick Abraham AutoMall Buick GMC and Ford
First Federal of Lorain
The Scott Group, Inc
Amherst VFW 1662

A Special Wish Foundation Northeast Ohio

Address

113 South Lake Street
Amherst, OH
44001

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+14409887255

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