Events
2023 is our "Year of Restoration" and we are planning a very exciting year of events, programs, educational opportunities, and much more!
Please check back often for updates on our future happenings because you will not want to miss out !
If you want more up to date information, please email lisa@preblecountyhistoricalsociety.com to be added to our mailing list. -Thank you!
Mad Hatter Tea Party- Ladies Tea
Saturday April 8th at 12:00noon!
Lunch Menu:
Chicken Salad Croissants
Cucumber Sandwiches
Potato Chip
Fresh Fruit Cup
Iced Tea, Lemonade, Water w/ Lemon, and a Tea Tasting
**Girl Scout Cookies for Treats!
The event is a take on the historic story of Alice in Wonderland. You will learn more about her story and celebrate an afternoon with friends! This is an afternoon to enjoy with your mom, grandma, daughters, aunts, cousins, and friends. Book your tickets today!
Easter Sunday- Community Sunrise Service- FREE!
Sunday April 9th, 2023 at 8:00am- SAVE THE DATE
Bring your family, your friends, your neighbors, and church families to the Ampitheater for ONE service as a community on Easter Sunday. We have plenty of parking and a beautiful setting. No reservations and this is completely free.
Earth Day - Clean Up at PCHS
Saturday April 22nd 9:00am-12:00pm (Rain or Shine)
3rd Annual Falcon Show in the Ampitheater!
Tuesday April 11th at 6:00pm (Raindate- 2/13)
This has been the most incredible event for kids of all ages! Adults LOVE this too! We will have food available and yummy treats from Vendors. Please call us 937-787-4256 if you have a group more than 10. We have group discounts available. You do not want to miss this! Get your tickets now!
NEW EVENT!!- DISCOVER PREBLE
Saturday May 6th- COST $10 Per Entry
Registration begins at 9:00am at PCHS
Once you pick up your game instructions, you can travel by car, truck, van, motorcycle, historic car etc. You will visit 30 stops all over Preble County to gather a secret code. There is a chance to win over $1,000 in CASH!
You will not need to Pre-Register!
Play RAIN OR SHINE!
Saturday, May 13th 10:00-12:00pm
History Study Group Program- FREE!
History of Ft St Clair lesson given by Jeff Poynter. We will meet at the large cabin inside of the Ft St Clair park. This program is intended for adults and students ages 13+. No registration required.
Sunday May 21st 2:00pm-5:00pm FREE EVENT
Annual Cruise In- All Makes & Models Welcome! Food Trucks on Site!
No Pre-Registration Required. People's Choice Awards given out at 4:30pm! Bring your lawn chairs and your family and friends!
Saturday July 15th 6:00pm-11:45pm
Family Night and Cruise In at PCHS!
No Pre-Registration Required. Food Trucks and Face Painting! Free Event! Movie will start approx at 9:45pm! Please support our vendors with food and drink purchases. No outside coolers permitted.
We have purchased the rights to show the movie Cars!
2023 Calendar of Events: The Year of Restoration
March 18th- Trivia Night- St. Patrick's Day
April 8th- Ladies Tea Time **New Event**
April 9th- Sunrise Service- Easter on the Farm ** New Event**
April 11th- 3rd Annual Falcon Show
May 6th- Countywide - Scavenger Hunt **New Event**
May 21st- 3rd Annual Classic Car Cruise In & Annual Meeting
July 2nd- Annual Old Fashion Independence Day Fireworks
July 15th- Old Fashion 50's Festival & Drive-In Movie Night **New Event**
August 18th & 19th - Summer Music Festival ** New Event**
September 30th- Annual Fall Gathering/ Historical Days Festival
October 21st & 28th- Annual Cemetery Tours and Swartsel House Ghost Tours
November 18th- Community Trivia Night **New Event**
We will have 5 History Study Groups, 4 Trail Club Programs and 4 Educational Programs around Restoration as well in 2023. These are smaller free programs provided by our PCHS members.
