2021 Spring Newsletter

Miami County Recreation in the 1900s Way back at the turn of the century folks in this area had limited time for recreational activities unless you among the leaders and shakers in town. Most city folks had to work Saturdays to cater to farmers that came to town to sell produce, get supplies and maybe have a beer or two. There were a group of elite citizens that formed a “Sporting Club” that loved to hunt, fish and camp out along the creeks and rivers in the area. The museum has a considerable number of photos from 1898 to 1902 that depicts their activities. Included are some pictures that depict how people in town used their leasurer time

Cruising down the river on a Sunday afternoon

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