Centerville Washington History

08/26/2026

Our August podcast dropped today! Find the links below.

Mike Suhar grew up in Washington Township and graduated from Centerville High School in 1975. He received a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Dayton in 1979 and a Master’s in engineering management in 1986. He worked for Dayton Power and Light and Mead Data Central, now Lexis-Nexis. Now retired, he discusses growing up on Seton Hill, amateur radio, and hand-sewing traditional wool kilts with CWH Curator Susan Melville.

Recorded by Miami Valley Communications Council in May 2026.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Uh5Dpyu-5II
Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1957512/episodes/19493962

08/22/2026

If you missed either the March or April Speaker Series programs earlier this year, they are now available on our YouTube channel. See the links below and enjoy the historical journeys!

History of Fairborn after the 1913 Dayton Flood:
https://youtu.be/X6FF9wc0GDs

Roots: Cars Born in Dayton:
https://youtu.be/4LrhwKirb8k

08/19/2026

The ASAHAEL WRIGHT HOUSE is CLOSED on Wednesday, August 19, 2026

(Apologies for the late notice.) Come visit us at the Walton House, 89 W. Franklin Street, between noon and 4 PM, for your local history hankerings!

08/19/2026

Centerville Washington History and the Joyce Young Center invite you to learn about Col. Charles Young, an African American born into slavery in Kentucky and raised in Ripley, Ohio. He was the third African American to graduate from West Point and became the highest-ranking black officer in the US military.
Thursday, August 20th at 1 PM in the RecPlex West Auditorium.
See the registration link in the original post!

Centerville Washington History and the Joyce Young Center invite you to learn about Col. Charles Young; an African American born in slavery in Kentucky and raised in Ripley, Ohio. He was the third African American to graduate from West Point and became the highest-ranking black officer in the US military.

August 20th at 1p in the RecPlex West Auditorium.

Register to join us today!
https://washingtontownshipoh.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29972

08/03/2026

Here's the latest "Little BTYE of History." The July edition offers a history and remembrance of the Ox Roast. Have you heard of it? Do you remember attending or volunteering at the event? This beloved festival took place annually for decades in support of our schools and other community organizations.
https://mailchi.mp/1d8afba31afa/a-little-byte-of-history-the-ox-roast

07/31/2026

Join us for "A Sense of Taste" at Benham's Grove on Thursday, September 10th from 5-8 PM inside and outside the event center!
Tickets ($45/each) are on sale NOW on the website OR at the Walton House OR the Asahel Wright House during museum hours.

Enjoy music by The Brockman Brothers on the covered patio, endless tastes inside, and a cash bar (beer/wine/soda). One bar beverage is included with your ticket. Doors open at 5 PM.

Participating restaurants include:
CityBBQ, Manna, Meridien, Old Bag of Nails, Yankee Trace, Mudlick Tavern, Agave & Rye, Anatolian Grill, Esther Price Candies, Station House, Bethany Village, Courtyard of Centerville, Frios Gourmet Pops, and Bill's Donuts.

PLUS - four local shops on site: Burgundy Chic, Midnight Bloom, Reclaim Ceramics, and Shoppe Smitten!
You won't want to miss it!

https://www.centervillewashingtonhistory.org/a-sense-of-taste

07/22/2026

We share this great loss with our community and offer our sympathies to Sharon's family and friends. Sharon Lowry was a member and supporter of Centerville-Washington History. She served as our liaison to the Township for the past several years and will be greatly missed. 😢💔

It is with deep sadness that we share the news that Washington Township Trustee Sharon Lowry passed away yesterday.

Mrs. Lowry, who served on the Board of Trustees since 2018, loved our community and demonstrated remarkable determination and resilience over nearly a decade of service to Washington Township, Centerville, and the greater Miami Valley. Read more about Trustee Lowry's service: https://bit.ly/4pE0Ov4

Our sincere condolences are with the Lowry family and friends.

As required by Ohio law, the Board of Trustees will fill this vacancy within 30 days. More information is available on the Township website: www.washingtontwp.org

07/22/2026

Tune in for the latest episode of "A Sense of Centerville & Washington Township," hosted by CWH Curator Susan Melville. Lisa Hansford, Executive Director of The Castle, is her guest.

For 33 years, The Castle has supported the mental health of Montgomery County by providing a place of gathering for those dealing with severe and persistent mental illness. The Castle offers meals and group activities, including field trips. Lisa Hansford, a Licensed Social Worker, has served as the executive director since 2016. She has an undergraduate degree in Social Work and a Master's degree in Conflict Analysis and Engagement.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/T3_Bgb6sWtg
Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1957512/episodes/19493765

Recorded in April by Miami Valley Communications Council

07/22/2026

✏️SIGN UP for a FREE TOUR this weekend!
Tour the CENTERVILLE CEMETERY on SATURDAY, JULY 25, at 9:30 AM. This tour will highlight the lives of educators, leaders, veterans, and more who influenced the development of our community.

FREE but RESERVATIONS REQUESTED! See the link below. Email CWH Curator, Susan Melville, at [email protected] for questions or call 937-312-0040.

Be aware that the cemetery has no bathroom facilities available. The one-hour tour will include walking👣 over uneven grassy surfaces. We'll tour rain or shine, except in the event of thunder or lightning. Parking directions are included on the sign-up link.
July 25 tour: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E49A5A72DA0FDC34-64092402-tour

Please join us for a journey into the past!