Celebrating Bexley – Past and Present
Who we are
Founded in 1974, the Bexley Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that promotes interest and pride in the history of Bexley, Ohio, and the accomplishments of its citizens and institutions. It seeks to educate the community by assembling, researching, publishing, preserving, and interpreting a valuable collection of memorabilia, photographs, genealogical records, and other information associated with Bexley’s heritage.
What we do
> Operate the Cottage Museum with Open Hours and arranged tours
> Conduct oral history interviews
> Publish an annual newsletter
> Provide outreach and education for schools, civic organizations and other groups
> Work collaboratively with community organizations – such as the Bexley Public Library
> Participate in community events – such as the July 4th Community Celebration and the Holiday Pancake Breakfast.
The Cottage Museum
Located in the Caretaker’s Cottage on the grounds of historic Jeffrey Mansion, the museum is home to artifacts, books, photographs, objects and memorabilia ranging from Bexley’s prehistoric time to the present.
EXHIBIT HIGHLIGHTS:
Early Settlers
Village of Bexley
Military Participation
Schools
Transportation
Businesses
Portrait Gallery
MUSEUM HOURS:
Visit the Museum during regular monthly hours on the first Sunday of the month from 1 PM to 3 PM – or contact us for an appointment or Group Tour.
The Museum is located next tot he David H. Madison Community Pool.
GIFT SHOP:
Available for purchase:
– Bexley related note cards
– Books
– Artwork
Become a Member
Click this link to join the Bexley Historical Society and support our mission to preserve Bexley heritage:
Contact Information
2080 Clifton Avenue
Bexley, OH 43209
614.559.4360
bexleyhistoricalsociety.org
bexleyhistroy@gmail.com
Board of Trustees
Stacy Grossman – President
Larry Helman – Vice President
Betsy Farrar – Secretary
Martina Campoamor – Treasurer
Nancy Beck
Bryan Drewry
Linda Hodge
Michael Kilbourne
Connie McCleary Ostrove
Ron Robins
Ann Russell
Glenn Soden
Gail Gilbert Storer
Sheila Straub
Ex-Officio
Rich Campoamor – Technical Advisor
Leah Boyden – Bexley Public Library
Troy Markham – City Council Representative
Dr. Andy Carlson – Capital University
Edie Mae Herrel – Founder/Advisor
Ed Hamblin – Trustee Emeritus
Walter Buchsieb DDS, MS – Trustee Emeritus
Comments(2)
T K Smith says:
May 6, 2022 at 4:00 pmAre there meetings? A regular newsletter? How can I keep up to date on what’s happening with BHS? Thank you.
site admin says:
July 12, 2022 at 12:24 pmWe currently have an annual newsletter that we send to members. The best way to keep up with what’s happening with Bexley Historical Society is through the website (see the News Posts on the landing page) and through FaceBook.