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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.
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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. 
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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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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!
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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