Category Archives: Local History

Episode 3 of “In the Archives: Paul Laurence Dunbar”

Posted on September 19, 2019 by billstolz

Curious about Dayton poet and Library namesake Paul Laurence Dunbar? Episode 3 of “In the Archives” examines his life and legacy. Thank you to the Friends of the Library at Wright State University for sponsoring the series.  The “In the Archives” series was … Continue reading →

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New Collection: Dayton Chamber Music Society Records

Posted on September 18, 2019 by Lisa Rickey

The Dayton Chamber Music Society was a private foundation based out of Dayton, Ohio. The society, which operated from 1954-2015, performed classical music in the city of Dayton through a series of concerts put on annually. The society included members … Continue reading →

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New Collection: Rose Mary Lawson Shaker Research Collection

Posted on September 6, 2019 by Lisa Rickey

The Rose Mary Lawson Shaker Research Collection (4.24 linear feet) contains various documents, photographs, maps, correspondences, books, and audio-visual materials pertaining to Shaker religious communities in Ohio and Kentucky. Materials in this collection were either used or produced by Rose … Continue reading →

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