Shelby County Historical Society, Sidney, Ohio

10/15/2026

Order forms are available at the office, Monday through Friday 1 to 5 pm.

The Shelby County Historical Society, Sidney, Ohio is once again supporting Wreaths Across America, and wreaths are now on sale for $17 through Nov. 30. Every wreath placed at Graceland Cemetery in Sidney is a tribute to a veteran who served our country with courage and sacrifice.

Their goal this year is meaningful — to ensure every veteran at Graceland receives a wreath. Your support helps make that possible.

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10/14/2026

Shout out to Dekkers Flowers!
Thank you!

10/13/2026

We still have a few tickets left for Wednesday night at 6:00 & 7:00 PM as well as Thursday night at 5:30, 6:00, & 6:30 PM!

Get your tickets and enjoy an evening filled with stories about some of Sidney's darker moments in history. Who knows what ghosts you may meet along the way?

10/12/2026

We enjoyed having you!

10/10/2026

A most enjoyable day!

10/09/2026

Saturday is the last day of the Great Sidney's Farmer's Market. You can find us on the court square selling Wreaths Across America. We will be on Poplar Street from 8 am to 1 pm.
Hope to see you there!

Wreaths Across America — A Tradition of Remembrance in Shelby County

The Shelby County Historical Society, Sidney, Ohio is now selling wreaths through November 30th for $17 each. Every wreath honors a veteran laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery, ensuring their service and sacrifice are never forgotten.

Held each December, Wreaths Across America unites communities nationwide in remembrance. This year, as America 250 comes to an end, the goal is especially meaningful — to honor ALL veterans resting at Graceland by placing a wreath on every grave.

This event is free and open to the public.

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10/08/2026

Year after year, we bring every school in the county to our Pioneer Day!
It's a massive undertaking with weeks of preparation and over 100 volunteers.

10/05/2026

This past weekend, our Director Matilda Phlipot was honored with an Individual Achievement Award by the Ohio Local History Alliance at our annual conference in Columbus! We are so thankful for everything Tilda has done over her nearly three decades of service to the Shelby County Historical Society! Our organization would not be where it is today without her dedication, enthusiasm, support, creativity and thoughtfulness! Thank you so much for all you have done over the years - there is no one more deserving of this award in our minds!

10/01/2026

Our offices will be closed tomorrow, October 2 as we will be at our yearly Ohio Local History Alliance conference! We will be open again as usual on Monday, October 5.

09/28/2026

Thank you to all our partner organizations and volunteers for a successful Kids Day of Play!