Category Archives: Special Collections

“I can see you have your hands full.”

Posted on May 18, 2022 by Betsy

When we’re feeling distracted and harried, we need a special place where we can tune out and lose ourselves in our interests, even just for a few moments. Recently, I found respite in a small space that has been transformed … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Dayton, England, Needlework, Special Collections | 3 Comments

“Happiness is being a Buckeye.”

Posted on November 24, 2019 by Betsy

That’s what many are saying this year, as The Ohio State University celebrates its 150th anniversary. In this Buckeye’s case, though, happiness was seeing my relative’s dress on display as part of exhibitions celebrating the traditions and experiences that have … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, History, Ohio State University, Special Collections | Leave a comment

“Indeed, This Ohio Girl Makes, On The Whole, The Most Varied And Interesting Exhibition In The Galleries”

Posted on August 6, 2019 by Betsy

Parting with some things to simplify your life? Maybe you’re finding what other downsizers have found. Prized family heirlooms may be destined for the dumpster, impossible to sell or give away to younger generations with little interest in the past. … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Columbus, Museums, Special Collections | 2 Comments

At Herman Miller’s Design Yard, A Way of Living Is Also A Way of Working

Posted on June 15, 2019 by Betsy

Four offices in nine years. My grand tour of my workplace has taken me to two floors, providing various views from different directions. Now I sit at the end of a hall. After having been deluged with conversation on the … Continue reading →

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Wanted For Michigan Move: The Heinmillers’ 1920 Model T Ford

Posted on August 1, 2018 by Betsy

I was there for four hours, but it took me about four seconds to decide that I should live on Bagley Avenue, worship on Chapel Lane, work on Burbank Avenue, eat on Main Street, shop on Mill Road, make friends … Continue reading →

Posted in Food/Restaurants, History, Michigan, Museums, Shopping, Special Collections, Travel | 2 Comments