We’re taking a short break here at MyHometownOhio over the next couple of days. In addition to a trip to New Philadelphia later today (click here for local coverage), on Friday Preservation Ohio Staff will be at the Ohio Historical Society/Ohio Association of Historical Societies and Museums Conference at the Ohio Historical Center in Columbus.

The OHS/OAHSM Conference, by the way, is one of the best learning opportunities each year for local preservation organizations. Although many of the workshops are geared toward local historical societies, there are always a number of sessions on areas that can benefit any type of organization that focuses on local history. This year, those would include sessions on online technology for local groups, grantwriting, oral history, board development, fund raising and more. Its well worth the on-site registration fee; click here for a schedule.

Photo:  Interior, Ohio Historical Center, Columbus - drshorn/Creative Commons License