Merrill Historical Society

Description

The Society is currently in the process of crafting the best use of its "new" properties—the former Bethlehem Lutheran Church and Parsonage at 100 & 102 E. Third Street in Merrill. The Society is refurbishing the church into a Heritage Center, also creating space for exhibits and interaction with the community of Merrill.

Does not yet appear to operate any museums or historical sites.

Fallen Timbers

Description

Near the site of the battle of Fallen Timbers, this small park contains a monument honoring Major General Anthony Wayne as well as smaller monuments to the soldiers and Native Americans who died in the battle. The battle of Fallen Timbers on 20 August, 1794, was decisive in bringing the Indians of the Northwest Territory to sign the Treaty of Greene Ville. By this treaty the Indians ceded southern and eastern Ohio to settlers. This brief battle, an overwhelming victory for Wayne's forces, was fought in an area recently ravaged by a windstorm, hence the name Fallen Timbers.

Does not provide specifics about interpretative resources available at the site.