Education has been a priority in Madison from the very beginning. The first settlers came to Madison Township in 1798, and the first schools in Madison were established by 1815. By the mid-1850’s, there were twenty-one schools in the village and township. These early schools were scattered around so that no student would have to walk more than two miles to get to school.
One Educational Goal of the Madison Historical Society is centered around teaching children about Madison’s rich history. The society partners with Madison Local Schools to present relevant programs to all students in the third and seventh grades, and high school Honors American History.
We are also committed to educating the general public. The Madison Historical Society welcomes the opportunity to speak onsite to local groups and organizations of all ages; and are able to host small groups in our West Main Street location. For more information about this, contact us at 440-417-1959, or email [email protected].
Madison Historical Society Executive Board & Advisors
Cheryl Swackhamer – President
Dianne Cross – Vice President
Donald Bartlett – Secretary
Michael Gehring – Treasurer / Business Manager
Marjorie Shook – Office Manager / Membership Chair
Sherry Carsey – Curator
John Vohlidka – Newsletter Editor
Trevor Behm – Advisor
Richard Collins Jr. – Advisor
Ned Foley – Advisor
David Van Dusen – Advisor
Shane Oravetz – Advisor
Carrie Svigel – Advisor
Jesse Devin – Social Media Coordinator
Volunteers created the Madison Historical Society in 1978, and have been essential to the success of our organization! We are always looking for people to help with a variety of activities that keep the society running smoothly. Why not share your enthusiasm, creativity, and talent with us?
The Madison Historical Society is a 501(c)3 corporation, and most donations have tax advantages. You can support MHS through making a donation, shopping with Amazon Smile, a tax-free IRA Contribution, or a gift of Stock.
To make a General donation, Memorial donation, or Capital Fund Drive donation to the Madison Historical Society, please complete the form below and make a payment via PayPal using your credit card or PayPal account. If you prefer to send a check, please make it payable to Madison Historical Society and send to PO Box 515, Madison, OH 44057.
