Tuscarawas County Historical Society

Tuscarawas County Historical Society

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The Tuscarawas County Historical Society


The Tusc Kent Archives will be closed for the Holidays
from Friday, December 23, 2022 through Monday, January 2, 2023.


The Tuscarawas County Historical Society was founded 100 years ago in April of 1921.  
Today we operate the Tusc Kent Archive Room on the campus of Kent State University Tuscarawas Campus in New Philadelphia, Ohio.
We are open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.  The Archive Room is located near the campus bookstore in Founders Hall.
The Archive contains material primarily on Tuscarawas County and surrounding areas, with some material on state and national history.  A special interest is Moravian History.


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Box Collection

The Historical Society has a archival collection of over 150 boxes.  These contain donated material that range from the County Home records, family histories, photographs, newspapers, and many other local history materials. 
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Library Stacks

Our library stacks include a large local history section, Ohio history, and areas of national interest including Native American history, Civil War history, and other material.  Much of the collection is searchable on KentLink.
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File and Map Collection

We have thousands of local history files and a large map collection. 
The Purpose of the Tuscarawas County Historical Society
The purpose of the society shall be to stimulate interest and encourage research in local history; to locate, mark, and commemorate historic sites; and to accumulate and preserve permanent records including photographs, written documents, maps, microfilms, and manuscripts.

Walking Tour of New Philadelphia

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The Tuscarawas County Historical Society and Heritage Home Association joined forces to create a walking tour of New Philadelphia.

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The brochure is available at the Tusc Kent Archives and at the Tuscarawas County Convention and Visitors Bureau on East High Avenue.

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There are 4 separate walking tours of the historic districts of the area.  Each stop along the way is described with history and architectural detail.

Download a copy of the walking tour here--
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walking_tour_of_historic_new_philadelphia.pdf
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Mission Statement

The Tuscarawas County Historical Society will provide education for our members about local history through our Chronicler newsletter and programs conducted throughout the county.
We will assist those who wish to use the Tusc Kent Archives.
We will support schools and students doing research projects.
We will recognize those who have made a significant contribution to Tuscarawas County with the yearly Zeisberger Heckwelder Medal.

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  • Home
  • Our History
  • Zeisberger Heckewelder Awards
  • Zeisberger Heckewelder Biographies
  • Contact Us
  • Historical Markers
  • membership information
  • The Chronicler
  • Books for Sale
  • Our Collection
  • Photos of Yesteryear
  • Board of Directors