The Knox County Historical Society has announced the reopening of the Knox County Historical Society Museum on March 5. The reopening will feature a series of free public programs, beginning with a presentation titled "The Early Roads of Knox County." This announcement was made through a press release.
According to the Knox County Historical Society, the initial program will be an illustrated presentation led by Gloria Parsisson, who is a member, trustee, and officer of the Society. The focus will be on the early roads of Knox County, Ohio, and will explore the westward migration of pioneers following Ohio’s statehood in 1803. These pioneers settled in Knox County by 1820, establishing communities that continue to exist today.
In addition to their settlements, these early residents required supplies and communication channels with family and friends. Consequently, Native American and animal trails were transformed into roads to meet the needs of the growing community and support the U.S. Postal System. The presentation will examine how these roads facilitated settlement and development in Knox County.
Parsisson will specifically address the roads of Hilliar, Milford, and Liberty townships, as well as those of Chester, Bloomfield, and Franklin townships. These areas were taken from Old Knox in 1848 to become part of Morrow County. This educational program is free and open to the public.
The Knox County Historical Society is based in Mount Vernon, Ohio. It aims to increase awareness and preserve the history of Knox County through various means. The society maintains a collection of local artifacts displayed at its Harcourt Road Museum and Dan Emmett Birthplace Home. It also offers a research library for public use, publishes newsletters, organizes monthly programs, provides educational presentations for organizations, hosts group tours, prepares exhibits on local history, and collaborates with other groups to create events.
