The Northwest Franklin County Historical Society and Museum was incorporated November 11, 1966.  The society's main objective was to create a historical village and museum which would preserve the early pioneer life of the community of Hilliards, Ohio, and the northwest section of Franklin County.  The society was given a lease of a part of Weaver Park on which to build a museum and establish a historical village.

The founding trustees of the society were:

Basil L. Johnson, President

                Eldon M. Schatz, Vice President

                Mildred Hart, Treasurer

                Mary W. Miller, Secretary

                Raymond K. Bradley

                James D. Knick

                Richard L. Kuhn

                Delmar J. Kunz

                Ruth E. Mast

                Lester F. Porter

The village contains a large museum, a covered bridge (replica), and a gazebo.  These were built by the society, the city of Hilliard, and the county.  There are nine other buildings which were moved to the village and each is a small museum relating to its function in the community and the surrounding area.
 

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