by Community Outreach Librarian Leah

Did you know that Bexley was founded on August 10, 1908? For the past two years, BPL and Bexley Historical Society have partnered to present Bexley Day programs. Historical Society trustee, Larry Helman, has presented: Celebrate Together: Bexley Day with Larry Helman and Celebrating Bexley Day – The Development of Main Street. Former BPL Local History Librarian, David Distelhorst, also presented on Mapping Bexley from Wilderness to Village. These programs present a wide variety of historical information about the city of Bexley and its founding.
Join us in this year’s celebration of Bexley Day with Bexley Historical Society on Wednesday, August 6th at 7:00pm (in person and live stream). Larry Helman will share a new presentation: “10 Bexley Stories to Tell Your Grandchildren.” He will tell ten fascinating stories about Bexley’s history, ranging from airplanes, amusement parks, and the afterlife to traffic circles, polo fields, and a mysterious sighting. You will find these stories amusing and worth sharing with neighbors, friends, and family! Light refreshments will be provided. If you would like to receive an email reminder about this event, please register. Join us in person, or live stream this program on BPL’s YouTube channel.
To learn more information about Bexley’s history, visit Bexley Historical Society online or in-person (2080 Clifton Avenue). The museum is open on the first Sunday of every month from 1pm-3pm and is located next to the David H. Madison Community Pool in the former Jeffrey Mansion Caretaker’s Cottage. You can also email bexleyhistory@gmail.com or call 614.559.4360 to schedule an appointment. Happy Bexley Day!