• History

    The first settler to arrive in the area was the Rev. Francis McCormick, a Revolutionary War soldier with a thousand acre land grant, in 1796. He built his log cabin on the hill at the present 1000 Forest Ave. In 1797 he founded the first Methodist Class in the Northwest Territory. The Village of Milford More Info

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  • Promont

    Promont is a Victorian mansion circa 1865 and the former home of John M. Pattison, Ohio’s 43rd Governor. It is currently owned and operated by the Greater Milford Area Historical Society. The museum features period furnishings, a reference library, changing exhibits, and a gift shop. Docent-led or self-guided tours are available during our normal museum More Info

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  • Research/Library

    The Leonard L. Harding, Jr. Library serves as a limited access historical library featuring information on Clermont County and the Greater Milford area.

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  • Teas/Weddings

    PROMONT Teas and Boutique Event Venue         Located in beautiful historic Milford, Promont was built circa 1865 as a lovely example of Victorian Italianate architecture in its entire splendor.  The mansion is steeped in old world elegance, period furnishings and modern amenities to help create the perfect backdrop for your wedding, reception or More Info

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  • Gift Shop

    Shop and browse our unique Victorian Gift Shop, stocked with treasures for all ages and budgets

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  • Collection Spotlight
    Sally Scott, Milford Legend    The history of Milford Schools is quite lengthy and spans many, many decades. One of the little known facts about the schools is that the first graduating class from Milford High School was in 1882-83. The graduates consisted of three women: Emeline Gatch, Maddie Christopher, and Sarah (Sally) Scott. Upon More Info
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  • History Speakers Bureau
    Does your group need a speaker for an event or meeting?  GMAHS has several speakers who could work with your program committee.  Some topics available are Early Milford transportation, local cemeteries, History of Quilts, 6-part Milford History program, “Then & Now”, etc. If you have an idea for a topic, we would be happy to work with More Info
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  • History Readers Book Club:
    New members always welcomed. The group meets the first Tuesday of each month either at Promont (906 Main Street, Milford) or at the fabulous Mystery Library (Water Street, Milford). Contact GMAHS for details.
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  • Partners in Education:
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    We are especially proud of the strong relationship we have built with the Milford School District through our "Partners in Education" programs. Dedicated to the preservation and presentation of the history of Milford.
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  • Membership:
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    Share in a great tradition! Become a member of the The Greater Milford Area Historical Society. We offer membership benefits at several different levels.
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