America250 Talk: The Gist Settlement

Join the Clinton County History Center on Wednesday, June 24 at 7:00 p.m. for a special program exploring the history and legacy of the Gist Settlement — one of the region’s most significant early African American communities.

This engaging evening program will be presented by Paige and Charles Green of the Gist Settlement Legacy Board. They will examine the story of the Gist Settlement, its founding families, community life, and the important role it played in the broader history of Ohio and the Underground Railroad era. Guests will gain insight into the perseverance, contributions, and lasting impact of the individuals and families connected to the settlement and its place within Clinton County’s historical landscape.

As communities across the nation continue reflecting on the many stories that shaped America’s past, this program offers an important opportunity to learn more about a chapter of local history that deserves continued recognition and preservation.

The program will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the Clinton County History Center in Wilmington. Guests of all ages interested in local history, African American history, genealogy, and community heritage are encouraged to attend.