Sandusky History

A blog dedicated to the discussion of topics relating to the history of Sandusky and Erie County, Ohio, the Lake Erie Islands, and nearby communities; inspired by the collections of the Sandusky Library Archives Research Center and the Sandusky History Museum at the Follett House. A service of the Sandusky Library.

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Back to School -- Class Photos from Campbell School

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Thousands of school students have just returned to the classroom. Here are some vintage pictures of former elementary students who attended ...
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Sunday, August 28, 2011

The 100th Anniversary of the Incorporation of the City of Sandusky

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From August 24 through 29, 1924, Sandusky celebrated the one hundredth anniversary of the Incorporation of the City of Sandusky. An open air...
Thursday, August 25, 2011

Miles Walker, Civil War Veteran

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In Block 5 of Sandusky’s Oakland Cemetery is a monument in memory of Miles Walker and his wife, the former Nancy Williams. According to the ...
Monday, August 22, 2011

George R. Butler, Civil War Veteran and Manufacturer

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George R. Butler was born on April 3, 1848 to Samuel W. and Clarissa (Boalt) Butler in Sandusky, Ohio. During the Civil War, he served as a ...
Friday, August 19, 2011

Jay Moss Home, 414 Wayne Street

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The building at 414 Wayne Street was originally built as the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jay O. Moss in 1872. A portion of the lot was a gift to...
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Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Program Announcement: Ethnic Sandusky

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Sandusky was built by people from many parts of the world - Germany, Italy, Ireland, and West Africa, just to name a few places. Continuin...
Friday, August 12, 2011

The Martins and Manhattans

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In Sandusky in the 1910’s, the Martins and Manhattans were two popular city baseball teams that often played each other at Sandusky’s Huron ...
Tuesday, August 09, 2011

Sandusky’s Silsby Steamer

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The postcard below was created by Sandusky photographer E.H. Schlessman. Three gentlemen are standing next to an 1869 Silsby steam engine. M...
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Saturday, August 06, 2011

Annual Excursion of the Great Western Band

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Sandusky area residents were invited to the annual excursion of The Great Western Silver Cornet Band on Thursday, August 6, 1868. The Great ...
Wednesday, August 03, 2011

Dr. William A. Ferry, Veterinarian

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Dr. William A. Ferry was a veterinarian in Sandusky for thirty five years. Born in Sandusky in 1869, he was the son of pioneer Sandusky merc...
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