Medina Library to Host Exhibit Honoring Ohio's First Ladies

Interactive kiosk will feature rare artifacts and untold stories of Ohio's First Ladies during Women's History Month.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The Medina County District Library will host a special exhibit from the National First Ladies Library and Museum featuring an interactive touchscreen kiosk with rare video footage, dresses, hats, and accessories worn by Ohio's First Ladies. The exhibit, 'The Untold Stories of Ohio's First Ladies', will be on display from March 2-27, coinciding with Women's History Month and the nation's 250th birthday celebration.

Why it matters

The exhibit aims to highlight the important but often overlooked roles and contributions of Ohio's First Ladies, providing visitors with a unique opportunity to learn more about these remarkable women and their impact on the American presidency.

The details

The interactive kiosk will feature artifacts and narratives about Ohio First Ladies such as Anna Harrison, Lucretia Garfield, Caroline Harrison, Ida McKinley, Helen Taft, Lucy Hayes, and Florence Harding. The exhibit is being offered by the National First Ladies Library and Museum as part of their traveling display.

  • The exhibit will be on display at the Medina Library from March 2-27, 2026.
  • The exhibit is being hosted in conjunction with Women's History Month and the nation's 250th birthday celebration.

The players

National First Ladies Library and Museum

A museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the stories of America's First Ladies, offering this interactive traveling kiosk exhibit on Ohio's First Ladies.

Medina County District Library

The local library hosting the exhibit, which aligns with their plans to feature various history-related events and programs for the America 250 celebration.

Stephanie Bohnak

Director of Education and Curatorial Services at the National First Ladies Library and Museum.

Tina Sabol

Community Engagement Director for the Medina County District Library.

Steve Hambley

Medina County Commissioner who will present on the history of electric railways in northeast Ohio at the library in April.

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What they’re saying

“This exhibit is one of the most exciting projects we've ever brought into the community, and to the state of Ohio. Visitors will be able to experience the elegance, resilience and personal stories of these remarkable women—up close and in an unforgettable way—just in time for America 250.”

— Stephanie Bohnak, Director of Education and Curatorial Services, National First Ladies Library and Museum

“Medina Library is honored to host this display. We are not only excited to feature this Ohio-centric learning tool, but to have it during March, which is Women's History Month, makes it even more relevant. I know the community is going to enjoy learning about Ohio's First Ladies all month long.”

— Tina Sabol, Community Engagement Director, Medina County District Library

What’s next

The Medina Library will also host Medina County Commissioner Steve Hambley on April 11 from 1-3 pm to present the history of electric railways in northeast Ohio, as well as an America 250 concert featuring George Foley on May 7 at 6:30 pm.

The takeaway

This exhibit provides a unique opportunity for the Medina community and visitors to learn more about the important but often overlooked contributions of Ohio's First Ladies, highlighting their elegance, resilience, and personal stories during Women's History Month and the nation's 250th birthday celebration.