Greater Milford Area Historical Society

11/21/2024

Another of our vendors at our Promont Affaire: A Unique Shopping Gala is Two Stitches Millinery.

Virginia Rapp and Mary Ward of Two Stitches Millinery offer one-of-a-kind women’s hats. Their diverse collection features a variety of millinery techniques including flat-pattern styling, wood-blocking, wet and needle felting and crochet/knit focused on high-end materials. Embellishments are handcrafted from vintage and new elements in unique ways to bring personality to each hat.

We are excited to have Two Stitches Millinery - and all our vendors - at our upcoming event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1095011875475611

11/19/2024

Were you...or a loved one...a student at Milford South Elementary during the 1982-1983 school year?

Mrs. McEvoy organized the creation of this gorgeous quilt with squares contributed by the students (with maybe an assist from a mom or grandmother!).

We are seeking your stories. If you remember creating your square, we would love to hear from you so we can add context to this historical piece!

11/17/2024

Another of our vendors at our Promont Affaire: A Unique Shopping Gala is Mile High Engraving.

CheyAnne Staker of Mile High Engraving takes pride in creating handmade laser wood art pieces that capture the essence of craftsmanship and creativity. Each piece is meticulously designed and engraved with precision, reflecting their dedication to quality and artistry.

The work is a testament to the beauty of natural materials combined with modern technology, resulting in unique and timeless creations. At Mile High Engraving, they believe in the power of art to inspire and connect, and they are committed to bringing that vision to life through distinctive wood art pieces.

We are excited to have Mile High Engraving - and all our vendors - at our upcoming event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1095011875475611

11/17/2024

Promont is open for docent tours TODAY!

Promont is more than a museum, it’s a journey into the past. We offer docent-led tours for a personal and immersive experience.

Public tours of the museum are on the first, third, and fifth Sundays of each month from 1 PM to 4 PM. Tours begin no later than 3 and the museum closes at 4:00.

Public Tour Costs:

Our docent-led public tours are $8 per person
Students 13 + are $3.00

Children under 12 can tour the house for free with member or paying adult.

Hope to see you TODAY from 1pm-4pm!

11/16/2024

Another of our vendors at our Promont Affaire: A Unique Shopping Gala is artist, Shelly West!

Shelly West grew up in the north woods of Michigan exploring the great outdoors. The natural landscape has always been a source of peace and inspiration for Shelly, and this sense of nature shows up in her work.

She currently lives just outside the quaint and vibrant town of Milford, Ohio. There she spends her days helping people find comfort in their lives as a massage therapist and life coach, and keeps her legs strong and her paintbrush inspired as she hikes the beautiful woods of southwest Ohio.

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We are excited to have Shelly - and all our vendors - at our upcoming event - learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1095011875475611

11/13/2024

Another of our vendors at our Promont Affaire: A Unique Shopping Gala is Heidi Vitchner of Bella Rose Jewelry Design.

She is an accomplished Milford-area jewelry artist. Her works feature elegantly handcrafted jewelry designed to reflect our personalities and to complement the rich colors of our seasonal apparel.

Heidi mainly works with Argentium silver, gold filled metals and occasionally brass. Besides handcrafting simple pieces, some of which have been worn on TV, Heidi also does metalsmithing. These pieces are mainly one-of-a-kind.

We are excited to have Heidi - and all our vendors - at our upcoming event - learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1095011875475611

11/08/2024

Another of our vendors at our Ladies Event - Promont Affaire - is Shanthi Rajan of Paisley Quilts and Bags, a Cincinnati area fiber artist. She will be featuring a collection of bags, totes, purses, and other gift items using vibrant fabrics—from silk saris to high-quality quilting fabrics.

Inspired by her love for color and texture, Shanthi’s creations blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design, making each piece unique. Her work reflects a commitment to sustainability, as she often incorporates repurposed materials, giving new life to vintage textiles.

Shanthi’s passion for her art shines through in every stitch, and she hopes to inspire others to appreciate the beauty of handmade items.

We are excited to have Shanthis - and all our vendors - at our upcoming event - learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1095011875475611

11/04/2024

One of our vendors at our Ladies Event - Promont Affaire - She Shack Knick-Knacks, from Angela Partin and Melissa South, create a variety of handcrafted décor and gift giving items with a primary focus on soy and beeswax candles and melts.

They use a variety of vintage glassware, repurposed mugs and teacups as well as hand-poured concrete vessels for their candles. A recent additional to their décor line are room fragrance spritzers. “We enjoy creating unique items to complement any space or special occasion.”

We are excited to have them - and all our vendors - at our upcoming event - learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1095011875475611

11/02/2024

Remember to turn your clocks back in time tonight!

11/02/2024

Nancy Achberger’s Rivertown Show at Painted River Studio is a spectacular tribute to our fabulous City!

I am so glad I had the chance to captured Meyer Shoe Repair for my show, Rivertown Rendezvous opening November 1st at . Changing times on Main Street. Wonder what will replace it.

10/31/2024

Thank you to everyone who was a part of our raffle for these gorgeous works of art donated by Nancy Meyer at Row House Gallery & Custom Framing. We do have three winners that we want to announce:

Jean Rabe won "You are My Sunshine" by Paul Landry.

Lois Love won the print by David Atkins of the Grapes.

Sharon Reynolds won the Floral Etching on a silk moray mat.

Thank you for helping us keep Milford history alive with this fundraiser!

10/29/2024

November History Reader's Book Club meets one week from today!

November's book is Caleb's Crossing by Geraldine Brooks. Join us on November 5th - we would love to have you!

We meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 7pm at Promont, 906 Main Street, Milford and you are welcome to join us!

Email us at [email protected] if you would like to be added to the mailing list for the History Readers Book Club.

10/27/2024

Today is a beautiful day to get some gorgeous fall foliage photos. Our photographer, Mark Birkle, took some gorgeous shots of Promont and the grounds.

Do you have any fall photos you can share with us of Milford and the surrounding area?

10/24/2024

Some of us have only lived here in the area for a few years; some of us have been here our entire lives!

What's a store that you used to love here in the Milford area that is no longer around? Let's see if anyone else remembers it!

10/22/2024

Did we catch you in the crowd at Art Affaire! Thank you to everyone who came out and supported this fantastic event on such a gorgeous day!

10/20/2024

Congratulations to all of our amazing artists!

10/20/2024

NO tours today at Promont. Our Art Affaire - Milford OH committee will be occupied with returning all equipment and supplies and storing them at Promont today.

See you in November on the 3rd or 17th!