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Westerville has a rich and varied history. It was the site of Underground Railroad activity, the Westerville Whiskey Wars and the printing headquarters of the worldwide recognized Anti-Saloon League of America.
The Local History Center at the Westerville Public Library is committed to preserving and sharing that history through collections of material of local and national interest.
Westerville History Center Tours
Explore the rich and varied history of Westerville, Ohio with self-guided tours of the city's cultural, historical and architectural heritage. Learn more.
Interested? Download the app or view the web version. Both options are free. Learn more.
Collections & Archives of Local Interest
Historic Photographs of Westerville
Over 5,000 images of Westerville, from the 1800s to present day, have been digitized. This collection includes images of prominent leaders in the community, Westerville-area landmarks, aerial views, high school classes, former businesses and houses.
View the slideshow of featured images from this collection below. Or search the full collection.
Videos & Oral Histories about Westerville
Events & Classes (History & Culture)
- Events on March 4
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Mar 4
Deadline: Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest
Age: General Audience
- Events on March 5
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Mar 5, 6:30pm - 8pm
History Doc and Talk: Literature
Age: 18 + up
- Events on March 22
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Mar 22, 2pm - 3pm
Jitterbug, Jump and Jive! Dance Moves from the 1940s
Age: 10 + up
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Mar 22, 2pm - 5pm
Local History Center Grand Re-Opening
Age: 6 + up
Hours
Mon - Sat: 9am - 6pm
Closed on Saturday: 1-2pm
Closed on Sunday
Available by appointment.
Address
110 S. State Street
Westerville, OH 43081
Map & Virtual Tour
Note: You can enter the Local History Center via the mallway of the library, near the State Street entrance.
Visitors are welcome anytime during business hours.
Contact Us
localhistory@westervillelibrary.org
614-882-7277 x5010
List of Archives
Find a wealth of artifacts, photographs and newspaper articles.
Meet Our Experts
Mon - Thurs
9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Fri
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sat
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sun
1 p.m. - 6 p.m.
