Our Museum opens Sunday, Sept. 14 with a 1-3 PM program: "Music at the Museum"
15 E Columbus Street - (614)382-5989
15 E Columbus Street - (614)382-5989
About Us
Historical Society Mission and History:
The Pickerington-Violet Township Historical Society has been an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) non-profit organization since 1987. Its mission is to preserve our community's past for future generations to see and use.
Our Historical Society has maintained a museum in the community's Carnegie Library since 1993 -- the year the library moved into its new facility. The Carnegie Library originally opened in 1916 with the aid of a $10,000 grant from Andrew Carnegie. The building remains one of the few Carnegie-financed buildings that exist in Central Ohio.
Our Museum:
Our Museum, located in the center of historic downtown Pickerington, tells the story of Pickerington-Violet Township. Admission is free.
Artifacts include prehistoric Native American tools and weapons collected around Pickerington, an original town pump, restored 1879 Taber pump organ, the cooking stove and photos once residing inside Moore's Pool Hall, photos of our high school graduating classes from 1909-1981, and much more.
A reference and reading area is available for public research of historic documents, directories, and photos, along with a searchable database of all graves in Violet Cemetery.
Getting Involved:
We are an all-volunteer organization and depend upon the generosity of our Historical Society members, Museum visitors, and the community for support and funding of projects and programs. You can help by:
- Becoming a member. Click for Membership Application and more information.
- Volunteering to help at our Museum during Open Houses, for tours, special events, and Museum maintenance. For more information or to sign up, contact Volunteer Coordinator, Stephanie Johnson at "Contact Us" below or visit Volunteer Sign Up to choose a date/event.
- Donating an object/document of local historical interest, or making a monetary contribution at the "Donate Now" box.
Historical Society News
Pickerington's First Bank
Pickerington Railroad Depot in its Heyday
Pickerington Railroad Depot in its Heyday
Pickerington's first bank was located at 35 W. Columbus Street and cost $2,692 to build. It was named Pickerington Bank and dedicated during July, 1909. This building was razed and a new bank with a drive-thru teller window opened for business in 1962. In 1979, Pickerington Bank merged with Huntington National Bank. The former Pickerington Bank building now houses Lan-Fair Credit Union.
Pickerington Railroad Depot in its Heyday
Pickerington Railroad Depot in its Heyday
Pickerington Railroad Depot in its Heyday
The Pickerington Railroad Depot with Station Agent C.P. Leach standing on the platform can be seen in this undated photo. Note the bread boxes also on the platform. Leach was born in 1908 and died July 31, 1942.
Through the Years: August Happenings
Pickerington Railroad Depot in its Heyday
Through the Years: August Happenings
August 1, 1972: Welcome Wagon Club of Violet Township was organized.
August 10, 1980: The Pickerington Village Council passed a resolution to fluoridate the Village water supply.
August 13, 1849: Bowen School (pictured above) was built at Bowen and Schoolhouse roads. The school is still standing and has been restored as a private residence.
August 23, 1989: McDonald's Restaurant opened at Hill and Refugee roads.
Donate
The generous support and contributions from people like you enable us to collect and preserve local history for future generations.
The Pickerington-Violet Township Historical Society is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Your donation may be tax deductible. Please contact your tax advisor for information.
Thank you!
