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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Adam Clark (AC) Williams
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Expanding the Williams Foundry from Chagrin Falls to Ravenna Early Life in Chagrin Falls Adam Clark Williams was born in…
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John Wesley Williams & Family
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The Williams Family Arrival in Chagrin Falls The Williams family was among the most influential industrial and civic families in…
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George H. Ober
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The Growth of Ober Manufacturing in Chagrin Falls George H. Ober was born in May 1838 in South Newbury, Ohio…
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William “Boss” Hutchings
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Pioneering Builder and Civic Leader in Chagrin Falls Early Life in Devonshire, England William Hutchings was born in the parish…
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Washington Gates
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Early Chagrin Falls Mill Owner and Pioneer Businessman Early Life of Washington Gates Washington Gates was born on August 4,…
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John S. Bullard
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Inventor, Businessman, and Early Leader in Chagrin Falls John S. Bullard was born in Medina County in 1823 and became…
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E.B. (Elijah) Hill
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Early Life of E.B. Hill Elijah B. Hill, commonly known as E. B. Hill, was born on August 9, 1792,…