The Overfield Tavern Museum

06/10/2026

Looking for something to do to celebrate America 250? Come out on July 8 for a live reading of the Declaration of Independence, just as it was read on July 8, 1776. There will also be a ribbon cutting for a new exhibit in the courthouse that The Troy Historical Society helped develop as well as tours of the courthouse, live music, food trucks, and more!

Did you know the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence took place on July 8, 1776?

In honor of this pivotal moment in America's history, join us on July 8, 2026 at 5pm for our own public reading of the Declaration on the courthouse plaza. This is a free community event recognizing the document that helped shape our nation.

06/06/2026

While you're out at the Troy Strawberry Festival this weekend, be sure to stop by The Troy Historical Society's booth on West Main Street in front of the historic Odd Fellows building. There, you'll see some awesome treasures from Troy's past, including this great buggy made by the Troy Buggy Works Co.!

06/03/2026

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05/21/2026

Do you have any scraps of wood lying around that you could donate to TTHS for a historical craft project?

The Troy Historical Society is looking for flat scraps of wood that measure about 6 to 8 inches square. We will be using these for upcoming events where kids will have the opportunity to make a punched tin ornament using a hammer and nail. Please let us know if you have any scraps you are willing to share!

05/15/2026

What do you remember about the The Overfield School back when it was housed at the Overfield Tavern Museum?

Members of The Troy Historical Society's executive committee had the honor on May 1 of presenting Julia Hobart, founder of the Overfield School, with the school's original sign, believed to have been crafted shortly after the school opened at the Overfield Tavern in 1960. The school operated out of the Overfield Tavern until 1989, when it relocated to its current campus on Ridge Avenue. The sign, however, remained at the Overfield Tavern Museum for another 37 years. During much of that time, it was on display. Thankfully, the sign was in the process of being prepared to be gifted to Mrs. Hobart and the school and was not in its customary place when fire severely damaged the museum in December 2024. As a result, the sign survived, though the fire singed it slightly. Pictured here are (l-r) Chris Manning, executive director of TTHS; Ben Sutherly, TTHS board president; Julia Hobart; and TTHS executive committee members Martin Stewart and Judy Deeter. We are delighted that the original sign has been reunited with the school, and that Mrs. Hobart could be on hand for the historic occasion.

05/08/2026

We thoroughly enjoyed Ohio Valley Archaeology, Inc.’s presentation on last fall’s dig at the Overfield Tavern at today’s Ohio Archaeological Council Spring Meeting, held at the Ohio History Connection in Columbus. Nearly 40 people attended, with even more watching online. We’re excited to bring OVAI to Troy this summer for a similar presentation. Wait until you see the images on some of the sherds! ❤️❤️❤️ 🪏 🪏 🪏

05/04/2026

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05/02/2026

Our Young Historians are at it again!

04/29/2026

Grateful to be part of it, Decorative Arts Center of Ohio!