Canal Winchester Area Historical Society Inc.

06/07/2026

We have loved hosting so many grads .1828 this summer season 🎓 it’s been an absolute pleasure to see faces both known and new inside our building! Thank you for letting us host you! We look forward to many more celebrations.

06/05/2026

We had the absolute BEST time at our annual golf outing today. Perfect weather, fueled by great food and drinks, alongside an amazing crew! Huge shoutout to all of our sponsors involved (keep an eye out for our full list of incredible partners on our next post). We couldn’t do this without you! Already counting down to next year! See you soon and thank you

06/02/2026

Sound on for our Canal Wi******er anthem 🎶

06/01/2026

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This Canal Wi******er home looks pretty good for 189 years old 😳➡️

The historic home at 37 Liberty St. has stood the test of time.

While its exact construction date is difficult to pin down, the house is believed to have been built as early as 1837. It appears on maps from the 1850s, when Canal Wi******er was still simply known as “Wi******er”.

In the 1850s, it was home to the Sommerville family, who operated a tannery next door.

Many years later, the house was divided to include an apartment, and for a time, a beauty salon was also operated out of the home.

In 1975, the building was purchased by Betty and Jim Murray, who restored the historic residence. Betty waters flowers in this image, taken in May 1977.

🏡 Nearly 190 years later, the house remains a private residence – and a frequent stop on the Tour of Homes hosted by the Canal Wi******er Area Historical Society Inc.

05/22/2026

Only a few team spots remain for the Canal Wi******er Area Historical Society Golf Outing on June 5th! ⛳️
sign up at the link in our bio!

05/22/2026

Need rainy day plans? Come walk the many rooms of our History Center!! We are open Thursdays - Saturdays 11am-4pm.
135 Franklin Street, Canal Wi******er! Come learn about our city’s history in the coolest small town museum in Ohio.

05/05/2026

Come for the golf, stay for the potential free car 🚗
Only a few team slots left, includes tees, balls, lunch, and a hole-in-one shot at a 2-year lease from 🚗💨 sign up at the link in our bio!

05/01/2026

walking right where they walked!

04/27/2026

Plan your next visit to our history center today!
Thursday-Saturday from 11am-4pm at 135 Franklin Street, Canal Wi******er, Ohio!