Vermilion Historical Society
History Living On In Vermilion Ohio
Vermilion Views - Along the Waterfront
The Vermilion Historical Society in partnership with the Vermilion History Museum and the Ritter Public Library will present “Vermilion Views - Along the Waterfront” a collection of photos and articles written by award winning author and historian George Wakefield (1910-2001). His awards for writing include the Anchor Award from the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce for covering Vermilion history, the Great Lakes Fisherman's Tug Award for adding to the fishing history of Lake Erie and the Great Lakes Cruising Club Award for stories about the Great Lakes. Enjoy the descriptions of the early boats, yachts, schooners, fish tugs, shanties and people along the river and the lake from the 1890s to the 1920s. It was the era when steam gill-netters and sailing yachts dominated the river scene. The photo narratives of Wakefield’s writings were compiled by Glen Cutcher. The presentation will be held on Tuesday, October 22 in the Ritter Public Library, 5680 Liberty Avenue, lower level at 7:00 PM. Admittance is free and open to the public. For more information email: [email protected].
Vermilion History Museum
Vermilion Historical Society Calendars
The 2025 Vermilion Historical Society calendar is titled “Shining Brightly Through the Decades”. Photos in the calendar show our loved lighthouse through the years and seasons, it’s removal and discovery and the installation of the replica. Calendars are $5.00 each and are available at Brummer’s Chocolates, 672 Main Street and the Vermilion History Museum, 727 Grand Street in downtown Vermilion. They are also available by mail for $8.00 to cover postage. Make a check payable to the Vermilion Historical Society and mail to 5680 Liberty Avenue, Vermilion, OH 44089.