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Wayne County Remembers
The Civil War
February 1st – April 22nd, 2009

Honoring Abraham Lincoln


The first exhibit of the 2009 season at the Wayne County Historical Society will commemorate the 200th Anniversary of the birthday of Abraham Lincoln, 16th president of the United States and give visitors a glimpse of life for both soldiers and their families back in Wayne County. “You will not want to miss this display and series of programs,” said Gerry Payn, chairman of the planning committee. “Our last Civil War Display was ten years ago in 1999. With Mr. Lincoln’s 200th birthday in 2009, we felt that this is the time for another exhibit.” Sponsored by Harry S. McClarran in Memory of His Great Grandfather Harry McClarran, a Civil War Veteran, the display will open on Sunday, Feb. 1 and continue through Sunday, Apr. 26 A highlight of the program on Sunday, Feb. 1, will be a visit with Abraham Lincoln as portrayed by Gerry Payn at 1:30 p.m. in the School House. Lincoln will discuss his trials and tribulations during his presidency. He will be joined by Mary Todd Lincoln (presented by Mary Kerr) speaking on her life as a widow after Mr. Lincoln’s death.On Sunday, Mar. 1, Jeff Musselman and Jason Anderson will present a program at1:30 p.m. in the School House. They will be speaking on Wayne County’s involvement in the Civil War. The exhibit wraps up with a Civil War Encampment on Saturday, April 25 and Sunday 26, on the Society grounds by members of the 41st OVI, under the direction of Capt. Ron Rechnitzer and members of the 4th OVI under the direction of Lt. Dennis Brinker. In case the weather does not permit an encampment; this is Ohio remember, the units will present demonstrations and a program on Sunday, April 26, beginning at 1:30 p.m. in the School House.The ladies working with the Society’s textile collection will have a display of Civil War Era Clothing and other items in the Dress Shop. The program and exhibit is free for society members and $5 for nonmembers.

Voices From The Past
February 22nd, 2009

Thomas Jefferson
2:00 p.m.



The sixteenth season of the Voices program will be one of the best and you don’t want to miss a single performance. Ray Leisey, originator and chair of the program has secured four great programs for the series. You may purchase your tickets at the Wayne County Historical Society during normal business hours or at Wooster Book Company.
JANUARY 18, 2009 2:00 PM: UP RIVER MUSIC will perform a varied program of Celtic and old time music for your enjoyment. Up River will weave stories of legends and lore with tales of the music and the people who have carried it across the ocean into the Appalachians and to you.
FEBRUARY 22, 2009 2:00 PM: PRESIDENT THOMAS JEFFERSON will grace us with his presence. One of our truly great Presidents, Jefferson will travel to Wooster from his home in Monticello to discuss his time as President, the Revolution and explain how so many of his decisionsve led this country to its prominence on the world stage.
MARCH 22, 2009 2:00 PM: STEVE FREE, an internationally known and award winning singer/ songwriter and recording artist will draw upon his Native American Heritage and American folk/country heritage to entertain us. Steve has charted 11 songs on Billboard, recorded a platinum record, and has received many ASCAP awards.
APRIL 19, 2009 2:00 PM: THE LOCAL GIRLS, our most popular group ever, will return after an absence with an all new program of old and new pop music. Their tight harmonies backed by their fabulous band will be the highlight of the year. Renew Your



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