Samuel Hannaford slideshow, June 30

The Mariemont branch of the public library will be having a slideshow presentation of architect Samuel Hannaford's work on Saturday, June 30.

Leading the slideshow will be local historian Jane Messingschlager.

Seating for the 10:30 AM program is limited. Registration: (513) 369-4467.

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College Hill: Fix-up the Town Hall

A while back I posted about a link I found for information on Samuel Hannaford's buildings. Now you can take part in painting the trim and windows of one of Hannaford's works, the College Hill Town Hall.

The painting will take place from 8 AM-4 PM on Saturday, June 9. People of all skill levels are encoraged to attend.

You're asked to RSVP by e-mail to Sarah Mann, president of the College Hill Historical Society, at s_mann@tcbinc.org, or by phone to (513) 884-6497.

More info can be found in the May 27, 2007 edition of the College Hill eNewsletter.

Link: The Legacy of Samuel Hannaford

Samuel Hannaford is one of the most prolific and well-know architects that Cincinnati ever produced. His work can be seen in Music Hall, City Hall, the Times Star Building (800 Broadway) and Memorial Hall.

But there are many lesser known works out in the neighborhoods. The Legacy of Samuel Hannaford, compiled by Betty Ann Smiddy, is an introduction to the man who is responsible for much of the built environment that we enjoy today. Smiddy has painstakingly put together the history behind his works, including those on which he collaborated--such as his early work with Anderson & Hannaford and his late work with Hannaford & Sons.

What the site lacks in flashiness it more than makes up for with substance.

Betty Ann Smiddy is a local historian and a published author. She is a past president of both the College Hill Historical Society and the College Hill Forum.