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Voices, Paths, and Power: Five Influential Native American Women: Free Lecture on March 21, 2026
On March 21 at 2 p.m., Cait Clark of the Garst Museum will host a PowerPoint presentation titled "Voices, Paths, and Power: Five Influential Native American Women" in the Lowell Thomas Meeting Room. The program explores the lives of Matoaka (Pocahontas), Sacagawea, Buffalo Calf Road Woman, Zitkála-Šá, and Maria Tallchief - five women whose influence shaped American history in strikingly different ways. Spanning more than three centuries, the presentation examines diplomacy, e
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Daniel Morgan...The Rebel with a Cause: Free Washington’s Generals Lecture Series on March 14, 2026
The Garst Museum is pleased to announce Washington’s Generals , a year-long lecture series celebrating 250 years of American independence by exploring the key leaders who helped George Washington win the Revolutionary War. March's program focuses on " Daniel Morgan...The Rebel with a Cause." The program will be held on Saturday, March 14, at 2:00 p.m. in the Lowell Thomas Meeting Room at the Garst Museum. It will be presented by Administrative Director Cait Clark. The Washin
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Free Lecture on Urban Agriculture with Jim Buchy and Dale Mallory on February 21, 2026, at 2 p.m.
Can this really be happening? Yes, and successfully! Jim Buchy “Rep Buchy,” a rural white Republican, and Dale Mallory “Rep Dale,” an urban black Democrat, collaborated to bring this to fruition for the inner cities of Cincinnati and Cleveland. Dale Mallory’s father, William L. Mallory Sr. majority leader in the Ohio House, had a vision to increase 4-H participation in black cities in the state; Dale pursued this to honor his father. Dale, a graduate of Taft High School Nat
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Stammen, Menke receive Harry Thomas Scholarship
The Darke County Historical Society is pleased to announce the winners of the Harry Thomas Scholarship for 2025. This year’s recipients are Bailey Stammen and Lauren Menke. Stammen is in her fourth year of receiving the scholarship. She is a graduate of Ansonia High School and is in her fourth year at Wright State University’s Boonshoft School of Medicine. Menke, a Versailles High School graduate, attended Case Western Reserve University for her undergraduate work, and was ac
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Garst Museum Replaces Trees Destroyed by Tornado
May 7, 2024, is a date that will live in the memory of many in Greenville. On that date, shortly after 8 p.m., the skies blackened, and the tornado sirens began to wail. As Greenville residents began to emerge from their homes, the realization set in. The EF-1 tornado toppled trees along an 11.9-mile path that began to the west of the city and continued through the city limits. Three areas suffered major damage to trees, including the Greenville Union Cemetery and the Green
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Garst Museum Presents Free Washington’s Generals Lecture Series Starting February 14, 2026
The Garst Museum is pleased to announce Washington’s Generals , a year-long lecture series celebrating 250 years of American independence by exploring the key leaders who helped George Washington win the Revolutionary War. The series opens with “Nathanael Greene: Washington’s Favorite General” on Saturday, February 14, at 2:00 P.M. in the Lowell Thomas Meeting Room at the Garst Museum. The program will be presented by Administrative Director Cait Clark, who will also deliver
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Remembering Freedom: James Clemens and the Longtown Settlement
Longtown was a predominantly African American settlement in Darke County that included people of African, European, and American Indian ancestry. The population had many freed or runaway slaves. With the establishment of a vocational school known as the Union Literary Institute, Longtown created an opportunity for African Americans to become land-owning farmers, craftsmen, skilled workers, and professionals during a period when slavery and racism were prevalent. The Garst Mus
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Garst Museum Reopens on February 3, 2026
The Garst Museum reopens for regular business hours on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and closed on Sundays, Mondays, and most major holidays.
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Saying Goodbye to Penny Perry
Penny Perry, the Executive Director of the Garst Museum from 2004 to 2010, passed away on December 23, 2025. Penny was a devoted educator, community leader, and champion of Darke County history. During her 32-year teaching career, she inspired students through innovative programs, advanced study, and leadership initiatives, while also actively engaging in civic life. She later served as Executive Director of the Garst Museum, where she expanded educational outreach, increased
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The Garst Museum Annual Fund
Dear Museum Supporter: The Garst Museum owes our success to people like you that have supported our efforts to Educate, Preserve, and Share the history of our region. Whether you have donated your time or supported us through your Garst Museum Membership and general goodwill, we want to thank you! We hope you will continue to support our efforts at the Garst Museum. Unlike our Membership Program, which is designated solely for operational costs, the Garst Museum Annual Fund
Dec 16, 20252 min read
Greenville My Hometown Book Sale!!
During the Christmas holidays, the price of the book Greenville My Hometown: In the Great Darke County will be reduced to $30.00. From November 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026, this book will be available for $30.00 at the Garst Museum store and on Amazon. These books will be a great Christmas gift and will be appreciated for many years. Please remember that all proceeds from the sale of this book will go toward supporting the Garst Museum. Merry Christmas! The Museum Sto
Dec 15, 20251 min read
Garst Celebrates with Free Holiday Open House on December 6, 2025!
Garst Museum will hold its annual Holiday Open House on Saturday, December 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a perfect time to visit the museum and see the incredible holiday decorations. As a gift from the museum, admission is free on this day only. A visit to the Garst Museum gives you a wonderful opportunity to discover the history of Darke County. What would it have been like to walk through the center of Greenville or one of the surrounding towns in the early 1900s? You
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Free November 8, 2025, Speaker Series Features Vietnam-Era Music as a Salute
November marks the end of the Vietnam Commemorative Commission’s recognition of the 50 th anniversary of the Vietnam War. Fort Greene Ville Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) has been a proud Vietnam Commemorative partner, actively recognizing Vietnam-era events and service men and women. Garst Museum is planning its second Speaker Series event of the season on November 8, at 2 p.m. in the Lowell Thomas Meeting Room as a salute to veterans. This program, produced wit
Nov 7, 20252 min read
Annie’s GALA at Garst Museum is 10 Days of Fun!
Annie’s GALA, inside the Garst Museum and the National Annie Oakley Center, Greenville, starts on Wednesday, October 22, and ends on Saturday, November 1, at 1 p.m. Up for grabs in their traditional Silent Auction are over 200 unique items. Check out all items at GarstGala.com . There’s lots of time for you to come to Garst and mark your bids, or you can call 937-548-5250 to get a bid number and bid by phone. View items (online at GarstGala.com or in person) ranging from ar
Oct 31, 20252 min read
Free October 18, 2025, Speaker Series Focuses on the Anniversary of the USS Shenandoah Crash
Sept. 3 marks the 100th anniversary of an ill-fated flight from one of Greenville’s own. Lt. Commander Zachary Lansdowne was piloting the USS Shenandoah when it flew into inclement weather near Ava, Ohio. Lansdowne and 13 members of his crew perished in the crash. Lansdowne was born on December 1, 1888, and attended school in Greenville. His childhood home is located at the corner of West Third and Locust Streets near downtown Greenville. The home is now on the National Regi
Oct 16, 20253 min read
Free Fourth Grade History Pass
School is back in session, and it is time to hit the books. The classroom is a great place to learn, but fourth graders have many other opportunities to learn, thanks to the Fourth Grade History Pass. Garst Museum is opening its doors to fourth graders wanting to take a different look at history. Get an up-close look at why Greenville is known as the Treaty City through the Crossroads of Destiny exhibit. Learn why Annie Oakley was important to Darke County and the world. See
Sep 15, 20251 min read
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