Who We Are
Who We Are
About Holmes County Historical Society
The Holmes County Historical Society is a countywide 501C3, non profit organization dedicated to preserving, collecting and archiving the rich Holmes County history for future generations. The society's base of operation is the Historical Society campus located at 484 Wooster Rd. in Historic Millersburg, Ohio. Our mailing address is PO Box 126, Millersburg, Ohio 44654.
The museum serves a dual function of exhibiting the county's historical collection and special exhibits as well as a showcase of Victorian living with self guided tours provided. Below is the society's missions statement.
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Meet The Director
Mark Boley
Executive Director of
the Holmes County Hisorical Society
Mark Boley’s connection to local history is deeply rooted in the community he has called home for decades. Before stepping into leadership at the historical society, Mark was a familiar face behind the lens as the owner and operator of Mark's Studio, a beloved local photography business in Millersburg. His transition from capturing present-day moments to preserving the past began in the late 1980s when he joined the historical society’s board.
That early involvement grew into a defining role when he became Director of the society 26 years ago. A lifelong local history enthusiast, Mark has spent his tenure expanding the society’s reach, managing the daily operations, and sharing his passion with broader audiences. His leadership extended beyond county lines as he served on the state Local History board and frequently spoke at county, state, and regional historical events. Whether handling administrative details, guiding historical preservation, or sharing stories of the area’s rich heritage, Mark continues to find genuine joy in every facet of running the historical society.
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About
Mission Statement of the Holmes County Historical Society (HCHS)
The Holmes County Historical Society exists to promote historical studies and experiences pertaining to Holmes County through discovery, collection, preservation, and presentation.
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Code Of Ethics
The Holmes County Historical Society, its trustees, staff, and volunteers subscribe to a credo that calls for responsible performance both professionally and ethically for all involved. People associated with the society accept their involvement with the full understanding that they or their activities are never totally independent of the Society and that Society-related actions by its associates reflect on the Society.
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Holmes County Historical
Society Values
HONESTY AND INTEGRITY
with their teamwork by acting with foresight in their fiscal responsibility, collections and history, and documentation.
STEWARDSHIP
Respect and the careful, thoughtful use of all resources-time, talent, money, artifacts, property and possessions.
KNOWLEDGE AND AUTHENTICITY
through research, imparting accurate documentation and information.
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Volunteer Opportunities with the Holmes County Historical Society
Most volunteers say that helping another person is their greatest reward. Many volunteers enjoy new friendships and camaraderie with fellow volunteers and staff, as well as learning new skills and contributing to the community.
The Holmes County Historical Society would like to offer volunteer opportunities to meet your needs. The following are some areas in which we place volunteers. If you do not see an opportunity that appeals to you, please indicate your special interest or talent when you contact us:
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Volunteers who work with the public
Victorian House Museum Front Desk Clerk:
Meet, greet, and inform the public. Sell admissions to both the Victorian House Millersburg Glass Museums. Interest and skills recommended - Handle cash and credit card transactions. Good communication skills needed to give guests information about the museums and historical information of each. Able to engage and interact with guests, finding out their interests. Some overall knowledge of Holmes County to help guests with general tourism questions.
Millersburg Glass Museum Guide:
Lead interpretive tours after specialized training and mentoring. Interest and skills recommended - Communication skills to tell the story of Millersburg Glass and Ohio’s connection to carnival glass.
Holiday & Special Events Tour Host:
Provide a variety of roles for expanded holiday hours, substitute for front desk volunteers or any other specific special need. Interest and skills recommended - Will vary depending on specific needs.
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Volunteers who work behind the scenes
Food and Events Volunteer:
Help with food and event functions. Includes dining room setup and cleanup, logistics of serving food and caterer coordination. Interest and skills recommended: Some knowledge of food service functions for proper setup and hygiene. Ability to work with the director and events planner to facilitate functions on the Historical Society’s campus. People and communications skills as well as some host experience.
Facilities and/or Grounds Volunteer:
Available to support various projects both time specific and ongoing for the Historical Society’s campus. Interest and skills recommended: Ability to work outdoors, gardening skills highly sought. Light to heavy lifting may be required. Works with the director, curator and facilities/grounds committee to maintain the property.
Office support staff:
Work with the director on general office projects both ongoing and project specific. Help maintain membership records, mail preparation, etc. Work with the curator on special exhibits, etc. Interest and skills recommended: Organizational skills and ability to work independently. Office and computer skills required for some positions and knowledge of WORD, EXCEL and other programs as needed.
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Membership Levels
All donations of $50.00 or more include a free one year family membership.
Suggested donation levels $50.00---$100.00---$250.00---$500.00 or more.
Single Membership
$20.00
Annual
Family Membership
$30.00
Annual
Donations
Support our Cause Financially
Consider making a difference by contributing to the Holmes County Historical Society. Your Annual Giving contributions either directly or thru the Holmes Co. Heritage Partnership during the fall campaign, help support the annual operating costs of the Historical Society. A portion of the funds will be set aside to ensure the continued preservation of the story of our lives, the lives of those we followed and of those who follow us. Holmes County Historical Society, Inc., is a 501-C-3 corporation. Please indicate the amount of your donation and fill out the online form or if you choose you may send your donation check to:
The Holmes County Historical Society
PO Box 126
Millersburg, OH 44654
