GALION — Between now and the end of August, Preserving Galion, Inc. will be busy with events geared for the entire family.
This season’s lineup of events and programs include the following:
June will bring sales and crafts to the Gill House. On Saturday morning, June 4 from 8 to 11 a.m., you can find a bargain or two — or more — at a unique summer yard sale. Those with items to sell can set up a space under beautiful shade trees for $5.
Later that month, crafters can boost their passion at two special events. Yard Art Day takes place on Sunday, June 5, at a cost of $20 (which includes all materials). This allows crafters to go home with a decorative item for gardens or grassy areas.
On Saturday, June 26, will be Patriotic Craft Day, where for $20 for one project, and $30 for two projects. Those who attend can create patriotic-themed crafts in ample time for Independence Day.
July turns attention toward Heise Park and then back to the Gill House.
The second edition of the resurrected Pickle Run is a non profit highlight, with special plans for kids, items to view for festival goers, and more.
The popular Local Legends & Lore series returns with speakers on local history sharing insights on their favorite topics. From arts to architecture to industry, guests will hear something of interest on July 24 at 2 p.m. at the Gill House.
The summer slate of events continues into August, highlighted by the first-ever Private Collection Tour Day on Saturday, Aug. 6.
Regular tours that day will be augmented by displays of private collections from Galionites. From glassware to collectibles; from items of Galion history to Gill family artifacts, you’ll be in for a one-of-a-kind treat.
The Gill House will also be open for tours each Saturday. It began last weekend, on May 21, and will be open each Saturday from 1 to 3 p.m. throughout the summer. Cost is $5 for a trip through four floors and 200 years of Galion history.
Those who have seen it before are reminded to stop in again and see the newly restored front parlor, as well as some planned new additions. Rumor has it that Thomas Edison may be visiting the Gill House this summer as well.
The Gill House, Preserving Galion’s initial project, is located at 342 Harding Way West. The only surviving Neoclassical house designed by noted architect Louis Kamper, it was the home of Bloomer & Nellie Gill; Gill was the grandson of David Gill, Galion’s first schoolteacher who came to this area in 1818 in the second group of pioneer settlers.
Noted Americans Thomas Alva Edison, Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone, and others visited this local landmark.
Information on all Preserving Galion events, including those at the Gill House, can be found on the Facebook page (facebook.com/gillhousegalion).
