1872 Engine House Open House
Sep. 13
1872 Engine House 10 E. Main St. Shelby, Ohio 44875 Open in Google Map
September 13, 2026 / 2-4 p.m.
ALL - Free

Step inside Shelby’s historic 1872 Engine House during Ohio Open Doors and experience the beginning of an exciting new chapter in local history. Take a guided tour of one of Shelby’s oldest surviving public buildings and discover plans to transform it into the future Shelby Steel & Wheel Museum, celebrating more than 135 years of the city’s bicycle and seamless steel tube heritage. Explore architectural features, hear stories from the building’s past, view restoration plans, and learn how the community is helping preserve this landmark for future generations. As a special bonus, celebrate the Shelby Cycle Historical Society’s 10th anniversary as a nonprofit dedicated to preserving Shelby’s rich industrial history. This free event is perfect for history enthusiasts, families, and anyone curious about Shelby’s remarkable past—and its exciting future.

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