Visit with young George Washington as he tells of his visit to the area when exploring the Ohio River.
See Civil War soldiers displaying their skills.
There will be a display and presentation on antique toys!
See an old-time cider mill in action.
Museum Open
Ice Cream Truck - Food Truck
And much more! Come learn about the area and it's past!
“For the Fun of It”, a presentation on American childhood from the 18th through the early 20th century, will be presented at the Chester Shade Heritage Festival on Saturday, September 6, at 10 a.m. on the second floor of the Chester Academy building next to the Chester Courthouse.
Gina Tillis, a DAR Museum Docent-in-Training, will take workshop attendees through a presentation on toys in the New Hampshire children’s attic while discussing toys from years gone by to more recent times.
Do you still have a favorite toy from your childhood? Feel free to bring it to display at the workshop.
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Chester Shade Historical Association
46454 OH-248 Chester, Ohio 45720
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