Smithville Community Historical Society

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Smithville Community Historical Society

We are a Non-Profit historical society established in 1990, located in Smithville, Ohio. The Mishler Weaving Mill and gift shop is open every Wed. 1:30-4pm.

Check the schedule in the Featured section for all of our events! The Pioneer Village of the Smithville Community Historical Society consist of nine main buildings and three smaller structures. Pioneer Log Cabin was built in the 1830's and displays many items used by our early settlers. Sheller House was built in 1850 and had many amenities not shown in the earlier Pioneer Cabin. Carriage Barn & P

ottery was built in the late 1800's and shows early construction methods. The first floor is home to the Village Pottery where our potters produce traditional clay vessels on a kick wheel. Village Blacksmith was one of the important tradesmen in any town. Our blacksmith creates many pieces used on the farm and in the home. A wheelwright also occupies part of this build showing how wagon wheels are made and repaired. Tin Shop - The tin shop's craftsmen create the household items from tin and also items to decorate the yard. LyDo Barn is a "Yankee" style barn originally built in 1840. The artifacts on display are from the 1800's & early 1900's. Many pieces were used on local farms. Historic Church of God was dedicated in December of 1867 and continued services until 2005 when the Historical Society became owner. The congregation was instrumental in found the first Sunday School in town. Train Depot houses railroad memorabilia from the local railroads. A second room houses early woodworking tools. The Caboose is home to our children's museum, featuring many early toys and books. At 381 E. Main Street is the Mishler Weaving Mill founded by John and Rosina Mishler. They had traveled to the United States from Switzerland with their three children. They started by weaving rag rugs on a hand loom and would enlarge their business to larger power driven looms. In later years, cheesecloth became a mainstay of the operation and was sold all over the world. The looms operate weekly making many items. The Reception Center is housed in the building that once served as the Mishler garage and workshop. It houses a meeting room, Mishler Photography Room, Mishler Heritage Room and Education Room. The Education Room contains items of the Point Breeze Chautauqua and our local schools.

09/01/2026

📢On The Rise Bar-B-Que & Catering is coming and they're bringing some of the most mouthwatering BBQ you can imagine!
Bring all your friends and family so they can enjoy some tasty BBQ! They'll thank you for it!!
💥Stay out of the kitchen- it's way too hot to cook!

♨️Wed. Sept. 15
♨️11:30-6
♨️180 E. Main St., Smithville (next to the post office)
Menu and online ordering in comments 👇

08/31/2026

🔥BBQ is BACK in Smithville! 🔥
This week🍖 On The Rise Bar-B-Que & Catering is here with unbelievable, mouthwatering, signature smoked meats and incredible offerings like the Angry Pig Burrito, BBQ Brisket, Pulled Pork & Chicken, a Loaded Tater, BBQ Salad +more !!!!
Join us Wednesday, 9/2, at the Smithville Community Historical Society from 11:30-6— perfect for lunch, dinner, or both!

Stay outta the kitchen and let On The Rise BBQ cook for you!

🧶 While you're here, make it a day!
Take a stroll down to The Mishler Weaving Mill and watch our talented weavers in action. They’ll be crafting beautiful rugs and woven items — it's a truly unique experience.
Free admission + a charming gift shop!
The Mishler Mill is located at 381 E. Main Street, Smithville.
Open 1:30-4
Don't miss the other shops in downtown Smithville too!

Bring a friend, bring your appetite — you don’t want to miss this finger-lickin’ good time! (We'll supply the napkins!) 😋
📍 Wed. 9/2
📍11:30-6pm
📍180 E. Main Street, Smithville ( next to the Post Office)
📢Online ordering is available using www.streetfoodfinder.comontherisebbq .

Menu in comments👇

08/26/2026

ROLLIN with SEO is here! It's Wednesday and we're so excited to have Rollin with Seo here!
Stop by for a fabulous meal..... And get a lemonade refresher too!!
It's a great day to let Seo cook for you!
🥡Wed 8/26
🥡11:30-6
🥡180 E Main St., Smithville (next to the post office)

08/25/2026

🛼It's almost time!!! Rollin with Seo is rolling into Smithville TOMORROW, Wednesday 8/26!
You know how good these egg rolls are, right?! Don't miss this chance to get some along with all the other amazing choices, including that fried rice!! Menu 👇 in comments.
🥡Wed 8/26
🥡11:30-6
🥡180 E. Main St., Smithville (next to the post office)

08/24/2026

🥡Rollin with Seo is coming! This Wednesday 8/26!
You know how good these egg rolls are! Don't miss this chance to get some along with all the other amazing choices, including that fried rice!! Menu 👇 in comments.
🥡Wed 8/26
🥡11:30-6
🥡180 E. Main St., Smithville (next to the post office)

08/19/2026

📣 Great Plains Bison Burgers, LLC is here Today!! Wed. 8/19!
Stop by for an amazing meal! 100% pure bison in those mouthwatering burgers! Stop by and let Brenda and her crew cook for you!!
🍔Wed 8/19
🍔11:30-6
🍔180 E Main St., Smithville (next to the post office)
Menu 👇

🍔It's almost Wednesday, and that means another FOOD TRUCK at the Smithville Community Historical Society!
Join us this week as Great Plains Bison Burgers, LLC brings the BEST Bison burgers, hot dogs and more!
If you've never had bison burgers, now is your chance!! These mouthwatering burgers are delicious!! Don't miss out!!
Great Plains Bison Burgers, LLC 🍔
See you TOMORROW!! Menu 👇
Wednesday, Aug 19,
11:30-6
180 E. Main St, Smithville (Next to the Post Office)

08/18/2026

08/13/2026

📢It's a BIG day in Smithville this Saturday, August. 15!
The Smithville Community Historical Society is open, with live demonstrations, live music, birthday cake and ice to celebrate Smithville's 190th Birthday. And Tuxedo Baking Company will be joining us with some of the most AMAZING cookies and baked goods you can imagine! Sayres Market and Beyond the Brush have special events going on, including kettle corn, make and take kids craft, Sourdough bread and more! Don't forget the Ox roast, vintage baseball game, Alumni ball game, a "Jeoprudy" game and Peachfest! ! There's nothing like a huge event with Small Town charm! Don't miss it! Details 👇

08/12/2026

Who's ready for Grunt Grub?!! Stop by Wednesday 8/12, 11:30-6 for one of the BEST burgers you'll find! And the fries are unforgettable!
🇺🇸Stop by and support our good friend and veteran Matt and his crew. Take a break and let them cook for you!
🍔Wed. 8/12
🍔11:30-6
🍔180 E. Main St. Smithville, (next to the post office)

Address

PO Box 12, 381 E Main Street
Smithville, OH
44677

Opening Hours

1:30pm - 4pm

Telephone

(330) 669-9308

Website

https://sohchs.org/

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