Trumbull County Historical Society

06/06/2026

Get an inside look at one of Trumbull County’s historic hidden gems, with a special behind-the-scenes tour of the Moss Ancestral Home in Mineral Ridge on Saturday, June 20 at 10 AM.

This tour offers visitors a chance to explore spaces not always highlighted during regular visits while hearing stories about the home’s preservation and significance in the community.

📍 Moss Ancestral Home1499 Burnett Street, Mineral Ridge, OH 44440

🎟 Free for TCHS Members🎟 $10 for Non-Members
Registration Required, register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/behind-the-scenes-tour-moss-ancestral-home

06/05/2026

There are still spots open for our Transcribing History event next Saturday June 13 from 10am-12pm. Join us for a couple hours to help transcribe historical documents from our collection.* Learn our process for transcribing documents and help preserve our local history.

**Note that you will not be handling any original documents, but photocopies. This is to ensure preservation of the original records.

📅June 13 10am-12pm
📍Local History & Genealogy Center, on second floor of the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library-444 Mahoning Ave
🎟FREE, registration required. Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/transcribing-history-workshop

06/04/2026

Hidden in Plain Sight: Trumbull County - Answer

This week’s detail can be found in the ceiling of the rotunda at the McKinley Memorial in Niles.

Dedicated in 1917, the memorial honors President William McKinley, who was born in Niles in 1843 and later became the 25th President of the United States. Today the memorial and museum preserve artifacts connected to McKinley’s life, presidency, and early years in the Mahoning Valley.

The marble rotunda, columns, decorative ceiling panels, and open courtyard were designed to create a grand ceremonial space around the McKinley statue at the center.

The blue and gold ceiling details from this week’s clue are just one small part of the building’s incredible craftsmanship and design.

This location is one of the featured stops in the “This is Trumbull” Adventure booklet created as part of America 250.

There’s a ton of history about the memorial, library, and museum included in the online tour here: https://theclio.com/tour/2944/16

06/03/2026

Hidden in Plain Sight: Trumbull County

This week’s clue can be found at one of the stops featured in the “This is Trumbull” Adventure booklet.

Can you identify where this architectural detail is located?

Comment your guess below — and if you go exploring, share a photo with us!

06/02/2026

Dig into Trumbull County’s past this summer 🏺

At this immersive, hands‑on summer camp, young explorers ages 8-14 will step into the world of archaeology and uncover the stories buried beneath their feet. Campers will work side‑by‑side with real archaeologists, learning how to identify artifacts, use excavation tools, and interpret the clues left behind by the people who lived here long ago.

The camp takes place at a verified Underground Railroad site in Trumbull County, giving participants a rare opportunity to dig into one of the region’s most powerful stories of courage and freedom. Each day blends discovery, teamwork, and outdoor adventure as kids investigate the past in the very place where history happened.

Lunch and snacks are provided daily.

Summer camp runs from 9am-3pm daily. $80/child

Purchase tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/archaeology-summer-camp

06/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our 5th annual Family Day! We had over 600 people this year, our best year yet! ✨Thank you to all the organizations who participated and a huge thank you to the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library System for partnering with us for this event. We can't wait for next year's Family Day!🎪

📅Check out our other upcoming events here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/organizations/trumbull-county-historical-society

05/29/2026

We are so excited to announce that the first 250 "This is Trumbull: A Local History Adventure" booklets have been passed out! Of these 250, we have had one submission so far. Don't forget to submit yours before the raffle drawing in December!

Check out these photos of our friend Linda from the Leavittsburg Heritage Association completing stop #6 in the booklet at the Leavittsburg Train Depot! Have you been here yet?

If you haven't got your booklet yet, please visit the Trumbull County Tourism Bureau or the Local History & Genealogy Center at the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library System Happy exploring!

05/29/2026

Join us tomorrow for our 5th annual Family Day! This event is in partnership with the Warren-Trumbull County Public Library System Check out this WFMJ interview from today about the event!

The library teamed up with the Trumbull County Historical Society for a lot of indoor and outdoor activities.

05/28/2026

THIS SATURDAY Join us for our 5th Annual Family Day!

Stop by to explore hands-on activities, connect with local organizations, enjoy FREE food and enjoy a family-friendly afternoon in the community. This event is in partnership with Warren-Trumbull County Public Library System

• Warren-Trumbull County Public Library
• 444 Mahoning Ave NW
• Saturday, May 30
• 11 AM - 2 PM

No registration required - just drop in and join us!

For more information check out this article from the Tribune Chronicle, Warren OH
https://www.tribtoday.com/life/ticket/2026/05/tchs-family-day-turns-5

05/28/2026

Hidden in Plain Sight: Warren - Answer

This week’s detail can be found on a painted panel beside the entrance to The Saratoga Restaurant at 129 E. Market Street in downtown Warren.

The artwork references both the Trumbull County Courthouse and Warren’s Packard history, tucked alongside one of downtown Warren’s longtime landmarks.

Founded in 1916, the Saratoga Restaurant has operated in downtown Warren for more than a century and remains a familiar gathering place for generations of residents and visitors alike.

This vintage postcard from the TCHS digital catalog shows the Saratoga Restaurant interior. While we do not know the exact date, you can still find much of that classic downtown lunch-counter atmosphere today through the Saratoga’s longtime interior details.

Thank you for exploring downtown Warren with us through Hidden in Plain Sight over the past few weeks. In June, the series will begin expanding into other communities throughout Trumbull County.

Future clues will feature locations included in the “This is Trumbull” Adventure booklet, a local history travel guide created as part of America 250.

Booklets are available through the Tourism Bureau, and you can explore the online version here:

https://theclio.com/tour/2944