Ohio-born photographer Albert Ewing traveled the countryside at the turn of the 20th century and captured the daily lives of those who lived and worked in southeast Ohio and West Virginia and along the Ohio River. Opening Jan. 9, 2013, at the Ohio History Center in Columbus, Faces of Appalachia: Photographs by Albert J. Ewing is the first exhibit of his work.

“Ewing is an impressive, thoughtful photographer whose collection tells the story of several Appalachian communities at the turn of the century,” says Sharon Dean, director of museum and library services for the Ohio Historical Society. “We must remember that photography was still a novelty and a luxury for many communities across the nation. Without Ewing’s efforts, we would not have this superb visual record of Appalachian life.” 

January’s a great time to get started on family history research. Here’s some good news, especially considering Ohio’s recent weather: now you can learn how to get started in compiling a family history without leaving home.

Webinars Start Saturday, Jan. 19

For the first time, the Ohio Historical Society is offering genealogy webinars -- workshops that you can attend online from the comfort of home.

A webinar is a workshop conducted over the Internet. You can participate online just as you would in a classroom, asking questions of the instructor, and you don’t need to travel to Columbus to take part.