National Museum of the U.S. Air Force Curators to Share Rare Artifacts at Free Greene County Ohio Historical Society Event – History Unraveled
XENIA, OHIO — The Greene County Ohio Historical Society invites the public to a compelling presentation, “History Unraveled,” on Sept. 14th @ 7 pm
Admission is entirely free, and free parking is available on-site.
The event features National Museum of the U.S. Air Force (NMUSAF) Manuscript Curator Christina Stolle and Collection Management Division specialist Jim Liddle. They will explore how the museum preserves the archival material culture of the Department of the Air Force and its deep connections to Ohio's local history.
The presenters will bring a selection of unique historic gems from the NMUSAF collection for an exclusive look. Highlights include space-flown materials from Beavercreek resident and astronaut Col. Mark Brown, and the 1918 combat diary of Columbus native and World War I flying ace Eddie Rickenbacker.
Stolle, who holds a Master’s Degree in Public History from Wright State University and has served as a Lead Research Curator on prominent NMUSAF exhibits like the Presidential Gallery, shares a deep personal connection to the mission. "I have had the honor and privilege of serving the U.S. Air Force as I have tried to do my whole life," said Stolle, whose distinction is rooted in growing up in an Air Force family. "Our presentation will highlight how military history deeply bumps up against local and state history, right here in Greene County."
In addition to showcasing physical artifacts, Stolle and Liddle will discuss a modern challenge facing museum professionals: how the rapid dominance of digital media is fundamentally changing the nature of history itself. They will share insights into how modern archivists and curators are shifting their strategies to capture and protect digital primary sources for future generations.
The presentation will take place at the Greene County Ohio Historical Society. All community members, history enthusiasts, and families are welcome to attend this free educational event.
About the Greene County Historical Society:
The Greene County Ohio Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage, stories, and historic properties of Greene County, Ohio, fostering a deeper connection between the community and its past. The Greene County Ohio Historical Society is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization