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History Day 2010 Workshops

Workshops for the 17th annual Northern Kentucky Regional History Day on Saturday, March 20 at Northern Kentucky University.

Opening Presentation (10 a.m. in Otto Budig Theatre)

Cincinnati in 1848: A Panoramic Portrait of a River Community
by Rick and M’Lissa Kesterman

In 1848, Charles Fontayne and William S. Porter captured the bustling river city of Cincinnati in an eight-plate daguerreotype panorama.  In this presentation, Rick and M’Lissa Kesterman survey the city’s riverfront taking a look at the building, businesses, and steamboats found in this panoramic view of Cincinnati’s past.  In addition, they provide background information on the photographers, Fontayne and Porter, as well as a history of the panorama itself.

Workshop Session No. 1 (11:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. on first floor of Student Union) 

Boone County Indian Captive: John Tanner's Adventures among the Ojibwa
by James Duvall

John Tanner was captured by the Shawnee at the age of nine in the year 1791. His father, also named John Tanner, was a Baptist preacher, and the first permanent settler in what is now Boone County, Kentucky. Young John was followed, but eventually given up for dead.  He returned to Boone County in 1819 after spending nearly thirty years in captivity, having been sold to the Ojibwa after a few years. John's father was dead when he returned, but he was well received by his family, though he spoke no English; after spending several years among his white relations, during which he relearned English, John returned to his Indian family. He served as an interpreter for the United States government, was involved in publishing a translation of the Bible into Ojibwa, and published his memoirs, with the assistance of Dr. Edwin James in 1830. This narrative of his life is a unique document that is of great value for understanding life among the native peoples of North America. John Tanner was involved in several tragedies, including attempts on his life by his Indian wife, and the loss of some of his children; he was accused of murdering an American soldier, and eventually disappeared in mysterious circumstances.

Mysteries of Your Heritage
by Karen Everett

Something old, something new, something borrowed and something more fascinating than a mystery novel because it involves you and your family.  New sources for information are almost endless.  WARNING! Your search may be addictive.

2010 Campbell County Historical Society Essay Contest Winners

This year’s local history essay contest winners read their work.

Kenton County Public Library’s Kentucky History and Genealogy Department
by Tim Herrmann

Dozens of people use KCPL’s Kentucky History and Genealogy collection daily.  Come and learn how the collection began and what materials you can find there.  You never know what sorts of gems you’ll hear about next.

From Sin City to Envy of the Region: The Myths of Newport’s Reformation
by Michael L. Williams

From the role of Greater Cincinnati’s adult playground for vice, Newport, Kentucky emerged during the 1990s as a family-friendly commercial success.  Local tradition about how and when this metamorphoses occurred is the subject of local myth and legend.  This presentation will attempt to dispel the myths and correct local tradition by relating how citizen groups and law enforcement changed Newport’s reputation and image.

Best Practices Workshop

For Northern Kentucky Social Studies Advisory Council.

Workshop Session No. 2 (12:15 to 1 p.m. on first floor of Student Union)

A Hidden Gem: The Campbell County Historical Society
by Kenneth A. Reis

Information on the formation, organization, library and museum dedicated to Campbell County history.

Care and Preservation of Personal/Family Papers
by Lois Hamill

A presentation on the good care, handling and storage practices for common historical materials.  Time permitting, some basics for organizing personal/family papers and photos will be introduced.

The Early Church in Jamestown/Dayton, Kentucky
by Carol Creekmore Lynn

A look at the early records of the first settlers in Dayton and their quest for a house of worship.

Civil War Songs and a Few Others
by Karl and Peggy Lietzenmayer

Hear the stories behind the tunes at this live musical performance.

Researching Your Civil War Ancestors
by Elaine M. Kuhn

A highlight of  resources and best search practices for learning about the activities and experiences of Civil War soldiers and families.

Kentucky’s Early Forts and Stations
by Don Rightmyer

Discussion of the settlement of Kentucky and the early forts and stations which were built during that period.  It will also touch on Kentucky’s American Revolution experience.  Handouts will cover the presentation as well as a selected bibliography and comprehensive listing of forts and stations.

Best Practices Workshop

For Northern Kentucky Social Studies Advisory Council.