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Programs

Lorain Black History Project

Works to appreciate and memorialize the Black influence by delving into both Lorain's history and the history of Black focused communities.

Teaching Lorain Initiative

The Teaching Lorain Institute is a professional development program for any K – 12 educator interested in connecting his or her students to Lorain’s history, public policy, economics, and youth engagement.

Latino Lorain History Project

Works to appreciate and memorialize the Latino influence by delving into both Lorain's history and the history of Latino focused communities.

History Boat Tour
Jun 04, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
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LHS KIDS Summer Camp 1
Jun 05, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Lorain Historical Society, 329 W 10th St, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Tag along for a week of walking field trips, All Around Town! We’ll visit several small businesses and hot spots, and learn their history.
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History Boat Tour
Jun 16, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
Learn more

History Boat Tour
Jun 18, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
Learn more

Lorain International Week
Jun 20, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
St. Peter Church, 3655 Oberlin Ave, Lorain, OH 44053, USA
Come celebrate your nationality as Lorain International marks its 55th Anniversary!
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History Boat Tour
Jul 07, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
Learn more

History Boat Tour
Jul 09, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
Learn more

LHS KIDS Summer Camp 2
Jul 10, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Lorain Historical Society, 329 W 10th St, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Tag along for a week of walking field trips, All Around Town! We’ll visit several small businesses and hot spots, and learn their history.
Learn more

Tee-Up FORE History Golf Outing
Jul 15, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Fox Creek Golf and Racquet Club, 5445 Beavercrest Dr, Lorain, OH 44053, USA
Join us on the links for a round of golf, good food, and camaraderie – all in support of the Lorain Historical Society.
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History Boat Tour
Jul 23, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
Learn more

History Boat Tour
Aug 04, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
Learn more

Annual Ice Cream Social
Aug 13, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Lorain Historical Society, 329 W 10th St, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Be sure to join us at our Annual Ice Cream Social and satisfy you sweet tooth at this annual event.
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History Boat Tour
Aug 18, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
Learn more

History Boat Tour
Aug 20, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
Learn more

History Boat Tour
Aug 27, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Oasis Marinas at Port Lorain, 301 Lakeside Ave, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Cruise the Lorain waterfront and learn the importance the waterways played in the development of Lorain that began at the mouth of the Black River.
Learn more

History on the Rocks Gala
Sep 29, 6:00 PM – 11:10 PM
The Shipyards, 500 Shipyard Way, Lorain, OH 44052, USA
Gather your friends for an evening of entertainment that you won’t forget!
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Videos

50th Anniversary of the Fire on the Roger Blough

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Helen Steiner Rice History

Lorain's WWII Veterans with Dr. Craig Semsel

Notable Women of Lorain County by Carm Januzzi

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Vintage Halloween

Ruth Anna Fisher

The History of Harriet Root

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