As we gather in gratitude this Thanksgiving season, the Crawford County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society extends our heartfelt thanks to all veterans for their service and sacrifice. One meaningful way family historians can honor these men and women is by preserving and sharing their stories for future generations. Whether you're researching a military … Continue reading Celebrating Veterans in Crawford County Ohio
From Leesville Crossroads to Ohio Landmarks: The Remarkable Legacy of Henry J. Karg
When genealogists examine census records, they occasionally uncover individuals whose stories extend far beyond the communities where they began. Such is the case with Henry J. Karg, whose name appears in both the 1870 and 1880 U.S. Census records of Crawford County. As a young man, Henry lived with his mother, Mary Karg, near Leesville … Continue reading From Leesville Crossroads to Ohio Landmarks: The Remarkable Legacy of Henry J. Karg
The Search for Seccaium
Seccaium Marker Located on Rte 19 between Galion & Bucyrus Ohio near Parcher Rd. Photo Credit: Member, Linda Collins Long before Seccaium Park attracted crowds to Crawford County in the early 1900s, stories of an older Seccaium—a trading village said to have thrived along the Olentangy River—captured the imagination of the Honorable E.B. Finley. In … Continue reading The Search for Seccaium
25 Civil War Resources for Crawford County Ohio Ancestor Researchers
Explore Civil War service records, pension files, regimental histories, and local archives to uncover your ancestor’s military past—especially for Crawford County, Ohio researchers.
October Program: Ohio Stone Age Construction
Don't miss this month's program! This event is open to the public and located at the Bucyrus Public Library at 7PM on Thursday October 16th, 2025.
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