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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
World Heavyweight Boxing Champion
Through the Years: June Happenings
World Heavyweight Boxing Champion
On June 9, 1899, James J. Jeffries from Violet Township won the world heavyweight boxing championship by knocking out Bob Fitzsimmons in the 11th round at Coney Island, New York.
Taylor Tennis Courts
Through the Years: June Happenings
World Heavyweight Boxing Champion
On June 28, 1980, dedication ceremonies were held in Pickerington's Sycamore Creek Park to celebrate the new tennis courts donated by brothers Kenneth and Emerson Taylor.
Through the Years: June Happenings
Through the Years: June Happenings
Through the Years: June Happenings
June 3, 1965: Five previous superintendents attended the 57th PHS Alumni Banquet: J.F. Smith, O.A. Burton, A.R. Liggett, Marcus Hanna, Don Heft. This year's June 5 Banquet is the school's last.
June 21, 1979: After seven years of teaching, Pickerington H.S. first art teacher, Nancy Brackbill, retired to start her own art business.
June 30, 1879: The first train through Pickerington was a 2-car train from Columbus carrying mail and passengers. (see photo above)
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!
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