Bucyrus Historical Society

05/25/2026

Yes, the Open Meeting of the Bucyrus Historical Society held this past Thursday evening was a big success, both in attendance and it the excellent presentation by Mark Cory (assisted by his wife Tami) relating the full story of Col. William Crawford (and his wife Hannah). In addition, some mixed berries, yummy cake, cookies, caramel corn and potato chips were shared by all prior to the formal meeting. We all learned a few new things about our county’s namesake as well as about those Native Americans who had populated Crawford County nearly 250 years ago. A hearty “Thank you” goes out to all who planned and prepared for the meeting as well as to the Corys for the very educational program. For those who missed out, here are what at least a couple of the camera lenses present caught at the meeting.

05/22/2026

If you've never had the chance to see this film before, now's your opportunity to do so—on "the big screen" no less! The plot is a bit "corny" but the acting is pretty good—especially Lauretta Schimmoler playing herself.

Get the inside scoop about Ohio's contribution to Hollywood and upcoming film festivals, little known facts and future Ohio film events.

05/20/2026

The Colonel Calls YOU!!! Come and hear all about Col. WILLIAM CRAWFORD, as portrayed by Revolutionary War re-enactor par excellence, Mark Cory, at the annual OPEN MEETING of the BUCYRUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY, tomorrow evening, May 21, 5:30-7:30 PM, in the handicap accessible, lower level auditorium of GOOD HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 129 West Charles Street in Bucyrus. There is plenty of parking and the covered entrance is off the driveway at the south side of the church building. There will be light rations (i.e refreshments) served and a brief business meeting, during which some very special people will be recognized, prior to “the Colonel’s” presentation. Your attendance is expected!—and it’s all free! Kindly leave all swords and long-rifles at home.

05/20/2026

Thank you Oakwood Cemetery Association for your support of Alison Kovac and her fellow laborers in this ongoing (and never ending!) project.

05/20/2026

AFTER you attend the Open Meeting of the Bucyrus Historical Society at Good Hope Lutheran Church from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM this Thursday, May 21, then go to Lowe-Volk Park this weekend (May 30-31) to SEE and HEAR "the rest of the story" about Col. William Crawford. https://crawfordcountynow.com/local/crawford-park-district-to-host-living-history-days-at-lowe-volk-park. You won't be disappointed in that either—as long as the weather cooperates.

The Crawford Park District's Living History Days return to Lowe Volk Park on May 30-31, featuring expanded 250th-anniversary historical reenactments, military drills, and living history education.

05/18/2026

ATTENTION!!! Those who wish to help Alison Kovac with more headstone cleaning at Oakwood Cemetery this coming week (or were planning to come out for the first time just to learn “the art of the trade”), she has found it necessary to change the date/day of the week for this session. It will NOW be held on TUESDAY, May 19, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The session will begin at the Hopley grave site (Section K) in the morning and proceed to the Scroggs site (Section C) in the afternoon. Here are a couple of photos from this past week’s labors. This is an exceedingly valuable project as a part of the Society's contribution to America 250. Do consider being involved!

05/16/2026

HEAR YE! HEAR YE! The Bucyrus Historical Society’s 2026 Annual Open Meeting will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 21, in the Good Hope Lutheran Church Auditorium at 129 W. Charles Street. Ample parking and elevator access to the auditorium is available at the back of the building. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with a reception from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m. where guests can enjoy informal fellowship, cake and refreshments, plus a slide show with patriotic music played by Patti Neff at the piano.

Formal programming will begin at 6 p.m. with a few brief remarks by Society officers along with recognition of former curator Mary Ellen Lust’s Lifetime Achievement, and introduction of our new Patron Members. The keynote presentation will then be given by former Colonel Crawford High School history teacher and Bucyrus Historical Society Board member, Mark Cory, portraying Colonel William Crawford as only he can do.

This Annual Meeting is a free event and open to the ENTIRE community. The venue IS handicap accessible! Memberships, commemorative candles, and the Society’s historical publications will be available for purchase via cash or check. Sorry, credit cards not accepted. We can’t wait to see YOU on May 21st! Mark your calendars!

05/14/2026

Does anyone have any knowledge of what might have become of this old film made of various old Bucyrus buildings in November 1920? Oh to still have a print of it!

05/13/2026

REMINDER! Tomorrow's the day, May 14, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, Oakwood Cemetery (Hopley Plot). It’s your next opportunity to learn and participate in the art of headstone cleaning with Alison Kovac. Interested? Available? Do come!!!

05/12/2026

It is good to know that there at least 100 women who care in Crawford County! The Bucyrus Historical Society’s former Curator, Alison Kovac, was able to speak to the local chapter of the "100 Women Who Care" organization on May 11 and share with them some of the ongoing needs of the Society. We are extremely appreciative of the support which resulted from that presentation. It will help defray a portion of the day-to-day expenses of operating our strictly volunteer and non-profit Scroggs House Museum and Carriage House Annex. Now it’s up to some of the local menfolk to step up to the plate and do likewise!