Knox County Historical Society

06/20/2026

We were going through files and found a patriotic image. The date isn't clear...but Bishop's Cash Grocery was at 105 W High Street in Mount Vernon in 1912.

06/15/2026

Discover Ohio Valley’s history and archaeology at the library on June 17 with Sarah Hinkelman.

06/10/2026

The Jacket Journal launched a history project about MVHS. Follow them and learn some things.

06/09/2026

Another example of how Knox County is participating in the America 250 commemoration (the semiquincentennial).

MOUNT VERNON — The Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) is proud to announce a series of vibrant community initiatives to kick off the county’s celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. Headlining these efforts is the installation of a new, large-scale public art installation in do...

06/03/2026

We send our sincere thanks to the Knox County Foundation and are honored to be among these grant recipients. Preserving and sharing Knox County's history is rewarding work...but we can't do it without the support of our community. We look forward to putting our new equipment to good use and sharing the results with all of you. Thanks again for this opportunity.

05/23/2026

Banners honoring Knox County Heroes are currently on display outside the Museum at 875 Harcourt Road. Celebrate Memorial Day by visiting and remembering them and their service.

05/15/2026

Congratulations to Fredericktown Area Historical Society on opening their museum in its new location. It looks great and is definitely worth a visit.

The Knox County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday to celebrate the historical society's new location.

05/12/2026

The Museum has a much-improved look thanks to the Town and Country Garden Club and the students from the Career Center.

Town and Country Garden Club funds and a Region 7 gift supported new plantings at the Knox County Historical Society Museum.