Oakwood Historical Society, Dayton

About Oakwood Historical Society

The Oakwood Historical Society operates the Homestead, where visitors explore exhibits and tour historic buildings to learn about the city's past. The organization offers a self-guided tour that connects visitors to significant local landmarks, including Hawthorn Hill and the Runnymede Playhouse. The society maintains archives and collections for research, publishes a newsletter called the Historian, and partners with the Wright Memorial Public Library to provide historical resources and programs. Public programming includes history video lectures and events that explore topics such as local architecture and growth patterns. The society also maintains historical markers throughout the community and provides outreach activities that help residents discover connections between their own streets and homes and Oakwood's larger story. Located in Dayton, Ohio, the Oakwood Historical Society serves those interested in understanding the city's heritage through direct engagement with historical materials and places.