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Philip Baker Hall is Born
1931: Philip Baker Hall, Actor (Secret Honor, Hard Eight, Magnolia) is born in Toledo. For more about Toledo's history, visit www.holytoledohistory.com.…
Toledo Time Travels
Toledo Time Travels is your source for the Toledo story—past, present, and future. We host engaging conversations about local history venues, long heard about but rarely seen spaces, Glass City artifacts, and historical preservation.
Milburn Wagon Works
1873: A groundbreaking ceremony occurred for the Milburn Wagon Works at Auburn and Monroe. For more about Toledo's history, visit www.holytoledohistory.com.…
Sunrise Court
1835: The first court hearing in Lucas County was held in a schoolhouse in predawn hours. The schoolhouse was only used as a courthouse for this one day so Ohio could claim territory over Michigan during the Toledo War. The secret court session was ...…
G.A.R. Encampment
1908: Toledo grabs the attention of the entire nation as the host of the official Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) 42nd Encampment, held on September 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. The Encampment included a massive parade in downtown Toledo featuring an ...…
Houdini Makes First Visit to Toledo
1873: Harry Houdini makes his maiden visit to Toledo at the age of nineteen with his brother Theo (aka “Dash") as the Houdini Brothers at the Curio Hall at the Wonderland Theatre, near Monroe and Summit Streets. For more Toledo history, ...…
Battle of Fallen Timbers
1794: In the culmination of the Northwest Indian Wars, General Anthony Wayne led American troops to a decisive victory against a confederation of Native Americans at the Battle of Fallen Timbers, just west of present-day Maumee. For more Toledo ...…
Wrong Way Corrigan visits Toledo
1938: Douglas "Wrong Way" Corrigan receives a rousing Northwest Ohio welcome when 10,000 people meet him at Toledo Municipal Airport (today called Toledo Executive Airport, renamed from Metcalf Field in 2010). For more Toledo history, visit ...…
Libbey Glass Employees Arrive in Toledo
1888: A special train of New England Glass Company workers and their families, together with 50 carloads of equipment, arrives in Toledo from East Cambridge, Massachusetts, and is warmly welcomed. Four years later, the company was renamed The Libbey ...…
Iggy Katona is Born
1903: The Detroit Tigers play a home game in Toledo, Yanks win 12-8. 1916: Race car driver Egnatius "Iggy" Katona is born in Toledo. Known primarily for his performance in the ARCA series in the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, where he won six ...…
Suzee Pai is Born
1962: Suzee Pai, actress (Big Trouble in Little China) is born in Toledo. After appearing on Star Search in 1984, Pai began her career as a fashion model in New York City before joining the Liberty Bells cheerleading squad for the Philadelphia ...…
Otto Kruger is Born
1885: Otto Kruger, actor (Suspense radio show, host of Lux Video Theater, High Noon, and Perry Mason) is born in Toledo. Originally a Broadway matinee idol, Kruger established a niche as a charming villain in films, such as Hitchcock's Saboteur. He ...…
Owens Invents the Glass Bottle Machine
1904: Micheal Owens patents a machine that automatically manufactures glass bottles. His invention revolutionizes the glass industry and creates tremendous growth in the soft drink and beer industries, as these firms now have a less expensive way of ...…
Frederick Douglass Visits Toledo
1864: Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth speak to a packed house at College Hall on Summit Street in Toledo. For more Toledo history, visit www.holytoledohistory.com.…
Explore Northwest Ohio’s Past at the Museum and Welcome Center of Fulton County
Tucked away at 8848 State Rt. 108, across from the Fulton County Fairgrounds, the Museum and Welcome Center of Fulton County offers visitors a captivating journey through the region’s rich history. With state-of-the-art exhibits, interactive displays, and a deep dive into the people and events that shaped Fulton County, this museum is a must-visit destination for history lovers and curious travelers alike.
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Discover the Stories of Defiance at the Andrew L. Tuttle Museum
Tucked away in downtown Defiance, the Andrew L. Tuttle Museum may not be the largest historical site in the state, but what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in local charm and historical depth. Whether you’re a history buff, a curious traveler, or a longtime resident looking to learn more about your city’s past, this museum is a must-visit destination.
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Ever Wonder About the Frankenmuth Story?
So, you’re planning a family trip to Frankenmuth. I know what you are thinking. Frankenmuth is about carriage tours, Bavarian-style architecture, chicken dinners, and Christmas decorations. Think again if you are a fan of local history. The ...…
Crowd-Sourced Art Piece Will Tell the Glass City Story
The Arts Commission is launching an immersive public art project to provide a unique channel for the community to share Toledo’s history of glassmaking with future generations. Field of Histories, to be installed by late 2023, will consist of ...…
History and Hops Tour at Woodlawn
Woodlawn Cemetery & Arboretum will present History and Hops, an evening featuring a tour of the beer brewing barons buried at Woodlawn, followed by a beer tasting on Thursday, September 8, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. Local history storyteller Tedd ...…
A Jeep Memorabilia Collection
We've featured a small part of Nelson Shaffer's unique Toledo collection here on Toledo Time Travels this past year. With the 2022 Jeep Fest set to launch later this week, we thought we should share a few photographs of Nelson's Willy's and Jeep ...…
Collector Enjoys the Spitzer Story
In light of the recent news that Lucas County received a $1 million award from the State of Ohio for asbestos abatement and lead-based paint removal from the Spitzer Building, we thought it would be timely to take a look back on the rich history of ...…
Haunted Waterville Tours Include Horse-Drawn Trolley Ride
Every third Thursday evening in Waterville will be frighteningly more interesting this summer thanks to a series of tours hosted by the Waterville Historical Society. From June through October, the group will be hosting an hour and a half program ...…
Sauder Village 2022 Special Events
Are you making plans for this summer? Here's a list of special events at Sauder Village you'll want to consider. If this is your first visit, be sure to set aside time, in addition to any special events, to explore the pioneer settlement and the ...…
What Was Bradstreet's Disaster?
Ever heard of Bradstreet's Disaster? Now's your chance to explore this story at the NMGL.
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Family Fun at the Yankee Air Museum
If you have any future pilots in the family, you'll love opening their eyes to the world of aviation at the Yankee Air Museum!
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Late Summer and Fall Cultural and Historical Events
Are you looking for a fun historical or cultural activity for the whole family to enjoy this later summer and fall? You're in luck!
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The Story of Public Charity in Ohio at the Wood County Museum
The Wood County Museum is a unique venue showcasing displays you can't find anywhere else. The staff is amicable and happy to share their knowledge. Don't miss it!
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Driven to Win at the Henry Ford
This interactive, permanent exhibition covers some 24,000 square feet, features 125 years of American racing, and includes 29 race cars, including a who's who of the Ford racing legacy.
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Collector Profile: Peter Schmidt
Pete Schmidt is fascinated with Toledo sports collecting and on the verge of obsession with the 1919 Willard-Dempsey fight that took place at Bay View Park.
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Boatnerd Legend's Photos on Exhibit at the NMGL
Experience Jim Hoffman's unique eye for the Great Lakes in the National Museum of the Great Lakes' temporary exhibit—Jim Hoffman: The Photographic Life of Toledo's Original Boatnerd -- July 16 through Labor Day.
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Toledo Collector Profile: Nelson Shaffer
Meet Nelson Shaffer, a Toledo collector with a penchant for the history of Jeep.
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