Through photographs, documents, homes, and artifacts, discover the stories of Chagrin Valley’s early residents and explore the lives of the people who helped shape the community.
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Dorcus Ann Elizabeth Williams (Old Aunty)
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Old Aunty of Chagrin Falls: A Symbol of Freedom and Community One of the most beloved and memorable figures in…
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Noah Graves
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An Early Settler and Founder of Chagrin Falls Noah Graves (1800–1866) and his wife, Minerva, are credited with beginning the…
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Jane Church
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A Life of Service in Chagrin Falls Jane Elizabeth Church (1833–1917) was the daughter of Henry Church Sr. and Clarissa…
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James A. Garfield
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James A. Garfield and Chagrin Falls James A. Garfield (1831–1881), the 20th President of the United States, had strong connections…
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Justus H. Vincent
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First Physician of Chagrin Falls Justus H. Vincent (1799–1861) played an important role in the early settlement and development of…
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Blakeslee, C. T.
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C. T. Blakeslee: Early Attorney and Historian of Chagrin Falls C. T. Blakeslee (1810–1878) was one of the early attorneys…
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Albon C. Gardner
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Merchant, Landowner, and Abolitionist in Chagrin Falls A. C. Gardner (1799–1875) was a prominent early resident of Chagrin Falls, Ohio,…
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Henry Church Sr.
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Early Settler, Blacksmith, and Underground Railroad Supporter Henry Church Sr. was one of the most influential early settlers in Chagrin…
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Henry Church Jr.
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The Life and Work of Henry Church Jr. by Jane Babinsky and Miram Church Stem (PDF format)