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History buff? Share your passion with others.
ORGANIZATION: Westerville Historical Society
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6 people are interested
Volunteer guides share the story of the Hanby family while showing guests through the historic Hanby house. The family was involved in the Underground Railroad, the United Brethren Church, the founding of Otterbein University, the Temperance movement, promotion of equal education, and music composition. Volunteeers are asked to be availalble for one three hour shift per month from May to September. Other private tours and events throughout the year need volunteers: school tours, individual tours, holiday open house, civic and religious groups.
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About Westerville Historical Society
Location:
PO BOX 1063, WESTERVILLE, OH 43086, US
Mission Statement
Preserving the past and present for the future.
Description
Westerville Historical Society manages Hanby House Historic Site which is owned by the Ohio History Connection. The 1846 house was the home of Bishop William and Ann (Miller) Hanby's family. Bishop Hanby was a founder of Otterbein University. The house was a stop on the Underground Railroad. Benjamin Hanby, the oldest son, became a composer. His anti-slavery song "Darling Nelly Gray" was called the "Uncle Tom's Cabin" of song and inspired anti-slavery sentiment. Benjamin also wrote the Christmas classic "Up on the Housetop" in 1864.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Hanby House Historic Site160 West Main StreetWesterville, OH 43081
DATE POSTED
December 1, 2016
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Public Speaking
- Public Relations
- Music Arts
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3 hours/month, May-Sep; other hours as rqsted
- attend at least 2 training sessions per year