Homepage - Kent Historical Society & Museum
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Homepage - Kent Historical Society & Museum
Preserve & Grow Our Tree City
Welcome to the Kent, Ohio Historical Society & Museum
Fridays and Saturdays 10 AM to 2 PM
Our Mission
The Mission of the Kent Historical Society is to be the primary Kent history resource and reference center, leading the community in the collection, preservation, and interpretation of Kent's heritage.
DONATIONS
KHS is always happy to consider donations to enhance the breadth and depth of its collections. In order to streamline donation procedures for both ourselves and prospective donors, we have established the following policies:
If you have artifacts, photos, or other materials significant to the history of Kent, please contact us either by email at KHS@KentOhioHistory.org or by phone at (330) 678-2712.
Please DO NOT drop-off or send objects without first contacting our staff. We want to make sure that your potential gift is properly identified and cared for.
When emailing us about a potential donation, please supply images of the pieces for consideration in addition to any available information on their origin, uses, and owners.
To ensure that every donation makes a unique and worthwhile contribution to our collection of around 5,000 pieces, all offers of gift must be reviewed and approved by committee.
Now Featuring
Steel Rails, Small Town: The Railroad History of Kent, Ohio
Discover the vital role of railroads in Kent's History. Delve into the fascinating history of Kent Ohio, through the lens of it powerful railroad legacy in Steet Rails, Small Town. This book covers the pivotal contribution of three railroads, the Erie, the Baltimore & Ohio, and the Wheeling & Lake Erie , and the Interurban Northern Ohio Traction & Light Company in shaping Kent's history and development.
See Steel Rails, Small Town: The Railroad History of Kent, Ohio
Explore the KHS
See collections and archives from Kent's history that you won't find anywhere else.
Historic Collections
See collections and archives from Kent's history that you won't find anywhere else.
See Historic Collections
Learn more about the the places KHS is proud to call home.
Our Homes
Learn more about the the places KHS is proud to call home.
See Our Homes
Come see our collection of historic artifacts and collections. Admission is always free.
Plan Your Visit
Come see our collection of historic artifacts and collections. Admission is always free.
See Plan Your Visit
Preserve & Grow Our Tree City
Welcome to the Kent, Ohio Historical Society & Museum
Fridays and Saturdays 10 AM to 2 PM
Our Mission
The Mission of the Kent Historical Society is to be the primary Kent history resource and reference center, leading the community in the collection, preservation, and interpretation of Kent's heritage.
DONATIONS
KHS is always happy to consider donations to enhance the breadth and depth of its collections. In order to streamline donation procedures for both ourselves and prospective donors, we have established the following policies:
If you have artifacts, photos, or other materials significant to the history of Kent, please contact us either by email at KHS@KentOhioHistory.org or by phone at (330) 678-2712.
Please DO NOT drop-off or send objects without first contacting our staff. We want to make sure that your potential gift is properly identified and cared for.
When emailing us about a potential donation, please supply images of the pieces for consideration in addition to any available information on their origin, uses, and owners.
To ensure that every donation makes a unique and worthwhile contribution to our collection of around 5,000 pieces, all offers of gift must be reviewed and approved by committee.
Now Featuring
Steel Rails, Small Town: The Railroad History of Kent, Ohio
Discover the vital role of railroads in Kent's History. Delve into the fascinating history of Kent Ohio, through the lens of it powerful railroad legacy in Steet Rails, Small Town. This book covers the pivotal contribution of three railroads, the Erie, the Baltimore & Ohio, and the Wheeling & Lake Erie , and the Interurban Northern Ohio Traction & Light Company in shaping Kent's history and development.
See Steel Rails, Small Town: The Railroad History of Kent, Ohio
Explore the KHS
See collections and archives from Kent's history that you won't find anywhere else.
Historic Collections
See collections and archives from Kent's history that you won't find anywhere else.
See Historic Collections
Learn more about the the places KHS is proud to call home.
Our Homes
Learn more about the the places KHS is proud to call home.
See Our Homes
Come see our collection of historic artifacts and collections. Admission is always free.
Plan Your Visit
Come see our collection of historic artifacts and collections. Admission is always free.
See Plan Your Visit