Explore Delaware County’s sheep-farming legacy, from Merino breeders and wool mills to today’s fiber farms and park flocks.
Becky Cornett
Becky Sutherland Cornett is a retired health care administrator, independent researcher and public historian with decades of publishing experience. She is a life member of the Delaware County Historical Society, a member of the Ohio History Connection's Conestoga Society, the American Association of State and Local History (AASLH), the Lincoln Forum, and the Organization of American Historians (OAH). Since 2020, Cornett has focused on presenting, teaching, and writing about local and Ohio history topics.
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Then & Now: The Labor Day story
Trace Labor Day’s roots, Ohio’s early role and today’s worker challenges; reflect on why the September holiday honors labor.
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Echoes of Stratford, Ohio: The Old Mill Town
Explore Stratford, Ohio’s mill-town roots, preserved Meeker sites and CD&M railway past; visit upcoming DCHS tours to learn more.
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A Taste of Tradition: The Ashley Corn Show
Celebrate Ashley’s Corn Show July 30-Aug. 1 with music, contests, dinners, rides and community traditions dating back to 1933.
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Time is of the Essence: A history of timekeeping in Delaware County
Explore Ohio’s rich timekeeping history from ancient earthworks to atomic clocks — visit local sites and experience time for yourself.
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Hidden Depths: The fascinating past of Alum Creek State Park
Discover Alum Creek State Park’s hidden history and heritage trails.
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Then & Now: Delaware’s role in exploring space
The Delaware County Historical Society graciously contributes a monthly history column to Delaware Source, exploring the people, places and moments that shaped our community. Ohio’s historic and continuing central role in aviation and aerospace is well known by most Ohioans.