The Knox County Historical Society announced that its next meeting will take place on Wednesday, April 2, at 7:30 p.m. at the museum on 875 Harcourt Road in Mount Vernon. The announcement was made in a press release.
Kenyon College Professor Adam Serfass will lead the program at the Knox County Historical Society’s upcoming meeting, which is open to the public and welcomes anyone with an interest in local history. The presentation will highlight a unique research project undertaken by Serfass and his students, exploring the historical significance of Latin inscriptions found throughout Kenyon College’s campus and nearby landmarks, according to the Knox County Historical Society.
As part of Kenyon College’s bicentennial celebration, the project focused on translating and cataloging Latin inscriptions on buildings, gateways, statues, and other structures that have been part of the campus for the past 200 years. In addition to providing translations, the research team investigated the historical context of each inscription, uncovering details about the significance of the structures they adorn and the events they commemorate.
With the help of Kenyon’s archives, the students gathered valuable information to include in their presentation, offering insight into the college’s long-standing traditions and history. The meeting will also serve as the Historical Society’s Annual Meeting, during which members will discuss board appointments and other organizational matters. Annual and Life Members are especially encouraged to attend.
The Knox County Historical Society, located in Mount Vernon, Ohio, works to increase, interpret, and preserve the history of Knox County. It maintains a collection of local artifacts, displayed at its Harcourt Road Museum and the Dan Emmett Birthplace Home, and offers a research library for public use. The society publishes a newsletter, organizes monthly programs, and provides educational presentations for organizations. It hosts group tours, prepares exhibits on local history, and partners with other groups to create events, according to its website.
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