Who doesn’t love a good history lesson, especially about communities close to home?
At the Bluffton Public Library on Tuesday, July 19 at 6pm, a historical lecture called “The Bluffton We Never Knew” will be presented by Fred Steiner.
As a current Bluffton resident, is an active member in the community. He went to Bluffton High School and spend time at Bluffton college before transferring to Bowling Green State university, graduating with a degree in journalism in 72’.
Steiner is also the former director of the Bluffton Area Chamber of Commerce as well as the Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs. Steiner was also chosen as citizen of the year in 2017 by the Bluffton Lions Club.
Steiner is also a published author of two books, “The Bluffton We Never Knew: Photographs from our first half century 1861-1911” and “Bluffton – A Good Place to Miss”. Along with his books, he also created a website called blufftonforever.com.
On this website visitors will find some of Bluffton’s golden nuggets, like the Bluffton High School fight song or photos of people who helped make Bluffton the city it is today.
Due to his extensive knowledge and history of the Bluffton area, Steiner will be educating participants through photography.
Photos of blacksmiths, hotel owners and buildings that are no longer standing will be shown and will span anywhere from 120-140 years ago and some were taken by Will Triplett spanning from 1880-1910. Photos of sports teams, views of main street, parades, steam locomotives.
Steiner will be discussing each photo and explain the historical significance.
Space is limited, it is recommended to register in advance.
This presentation will be at the lower level of the library.
For more information, please contact the Bluffton Public Library located on 145 S. Main St. Bluffton, OH or call 419-358-5016.
