Beavercreek Historical Society

03/15/2026

Celebrating Greene County History Month with Beavercreek Historical Society: “Living in Beavercreek in the 1800s”

Tuesday, April 28, 6:00 p.m.
Wartinger Park, 3080 Kemp Rd. Beavercreek Ohio

In recognition of Greene County History Month, the Beavercreek Historical Society is proud to highlight one of its most impactful community programs –the Living History Program—which is presented each year to Beavercreek’s third grade students in fulfillment of the Ohio curriculum requirement to teach students about Ohio history.

Come and listen to an overview what our third-grade students experience every year when they step back in time to explore what life was like in early Beavercreek. You will learn about this engaging educational experience that brings local history to life for young learners. The April 28 program provides an overview of the Living History Program that has operated for over 33 years and served over 17,000 students!

This program is free and open to the public—bring a friend!

NOTE: Brief Member Meeting at 5:30 Prior to Program-
Members are asked to please arrive early at 5:30 to hear from our President, Mark Wiley, and get updates on current happenings.

02/02/2026

2025 is now History; Welcome to 2026!

Here's your reminder to renew (or join!) the Beavercreek Historical Society for 2026 if you haven't done so already. Annual Membership starts at $25.

Membership info and the membership form can be found here:

To preserve structures of historical significance. To develop and oral history of Beavercreek. To found a learning center for historical education.

01/20/2026

Public Presentation on Native Americans in Beavercreek at the new Great Council State Park in Xenia, Ohio. Tuesday Jan 27, 2026 @ 6:00pm

From the early 1800’s through the mid 1900’s and beyond, it was not unusual for local farmers to uncover Native American artifacts such as arrowheads when clearing and plowing their land. Join the Beavercreek Historical Society in exploring the pivotal history of local Native Americans and Old Chillicothe (now Old Town near Xenia), delving into three tumultuous years that shaped Shawnee history on the banks of the Little Miami River. Hear about key events like the death of Cornstalk, the capture of Daniel Boone, and Clark's 1780 campaign. Learn how these events and figures influenced the Shawnee community and the broader historical landscape of our area.

Presenter Ryan DiMisa is a naturalist at the new Great Council State Park which sits on the site of the Shawnee village of Old Chillicothe. The Interpretive Center within is modeled after a historic Shawnee longhouse and celebrates and honors the history of the Native Americans and European settlers of our region. Ryan’s program will feature the history of Old Chillicothe and the culture of the Shawnee people. Ryan was also an educator and interpreter at the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery and SunWatch Village Archeological Park in Dayton. He is passionate about working with Tribal communities to ensure his interpretations are accurate with current community understandings and needs.

Program is free and open to the public and will take place on Tuesday, January 27, 6:00 p.m., at the Great Council State Park, 1587 US Rt 68 N, Xenia, OH.