S2, E41

Step inside one of the region’s most fascinating cultural treasures — the Milan Museum — where history, art, and education come together in the heart of Thomas Edison’s hometown. First, host Jill Bauer is joined by S&IO Visitor Experience Manager Angie George to chat about the Sandusky Welcome Center and upcoming public events, such as the Downtown Sandusky Ghost Walks and a family-friendly paint and sip with hot cocoa. Angie is also active in historical reenacting and on several museum boards. In this episode, we learn about the Milan Museum with Executive Director Ann Basilone-Jones who has led the museum for nearly two decades. She shares how the museum connects Milan’s rich past to a vibrant present through community programs, hands-on learning, and creative events like Pumpkin Palooza and Gingerbread Workshops. From the Ohio 250 Trails & Tales initiative to custom pieces in the museum shop, discover how this hidden gem continues to inspire curiosity, creativity, and local pride. Learn more at MilanHistory.org.