LIMA, Ohio (WLIO) — The City of Lima has been selected to receive grant funding as part of the upcoming America’s 250th anniversary celebration.
The America 250-Ohio Commission has awarded the city $5,000 to support storytelling and educational programs. The funds will go toward a “Local History Hunt” that will guide participants along five themed trails, each featuring a variety of historical stops.
“The Lima Local History Hunt is going to really showcase all the different contributions that our local community has made — both in industry and in arts and culture,” said Jessica Begonia, City of Lima public information officer. “It’s a way to highlight the unique things we have and the role we’ve played in building America over the last 250 years.”
The city teamed up with the Allen County Commissioners and nine other agencies and organizations to create the "Local History Hunt".
The city teamed up with Allen County Commissioners and Rhodes State College, Downtown Lima, Inc., Veteran’s Memorial Civic Center, Artspace/Lima, Allen County Museum, Johnny Appleseed Parks, Allen County Museum, and Visit Greater Lima to create the "Local History Hunt". Each of the 5 trails will start at a museum or cultural center leading visitors to sites of historical significance throughout the community. More details about the hunt will be announced as the event approaches.
