Research

Our archives contain more than 4,000 archival documents, diaries, and photographs. Our collection features books, furniture, clothing, and more.

Virtual Archives

Click here to view our virtual archives containing hundreds of photos and documents. The virtual archives are hosted on Flickr.

Ohio Memory

Click here to search through the Rotch-Wales Papers, containing materials from Thomas and Charity Rotch, Arvine Wales, as well as Arvine Chaffee and Eliza Wales. This collection is a combination of materials from the Massillon Public Library and Spring Hill Historic Home. This collection is funded by a special grant from the Ohio Local History Alliance.

Click here to search through the Spring Hill Collection on Ohio Memory. This collection is funded by a special grant from the Ohio Local History Alliance.

Subjects

For more information on specific Spring Hill subjects:

History of Spring Hill Farm
History of the Underground Railroad at Spring Hill
History of the Rotch Family
History of the Wales Family

A joint effort through the Massillon Public Library, Massillon Museum, and Spring Hill Historic Home shares the list of students who attended the Charity School of Kendal.

Video Content

Find our YouTube videos here, featuring lectures and artifact highlights.

Google Maps

Explore important Rotch and Wales family landmarks in Kendal/Massillon.