Portage County Historical Society
6549 North Chestnut St. Ravenna, Ohio 44266 - 330.296.3523
HOURS: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday -2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
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The Strickland House
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George Strickland built this home in 1869 for his wife Lucretra Welton Strickland. They were married August 26, 1867 in Ravenna. His father, Willis Strickland lived in the Salmon Carter home next door. The two story brick house has a Victorian flavor. The inside has 10 foot ceilings with front and rear staircases.
The Stricklands had dairy cows and we have a photo in our files of the prize bull. According to the Family Bible George died March 22, 1903 and Lucretra died December 30, 1907.
When the Society acquired the property in the early 1970's it had been turned into three apartments. The Society rented these out for additional income. In September of 2000 the Society took over the full house and did away with all apartments.
The home is now open for tours and small parties and meetings, with a limit of 30 people.
If you are interested in renting the house for a bridal or baby
shower, a club meeting or other function please call Jackie Jones at
330-297-7658.
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Green Room |
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| Dining Room |
Burgundy Room |
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| Burgundy Room | Burgundy Room |