The society was formed in November, 1972.  Its purpose is to "preserve the sites, memorabilia, and history of the area."

Some significant contributions to the community have been:

• The awakening of the local residents in the appreciation of the rich heritage of the village and township.

• The preservation of the artifacts related to the history of the local area.

• The purchasing and restoration of the Mathews house Museum.

• The publishing of booklets and materials on local history.

• A self-guided historic tour of the village for visitors.

• Programs for school groups and civic organizations.

• The sponsoring of the annual "Worlds Largest Yard Sale" the third weekend in May, or the weekend following Mother's Day and the "Octoberfest Car Show" the first weekend in October.

• The "Christmas Candlelight Open House" in November and December..

123 High Streett

"Just off Historical Rochester Square"

ADMISSION IS FREE

Open the first Sunday of each month, May thru November, 1:00pm to 4:00pm.  Most Wednesdays 9:30am to 11:30am or by appointment

Navarre Bethlehem TWP. Historical Society

P.O. Box 291

Navarre, Ohio 44662