Tag Archives: James A. Garfield

Major Battles of the Civil War: The Battle of Middle Creek

Posted on January 19, 2020 by MPL Comm Outreach

Our Civil War series continues with a spotlight on The Battle of Middle Creek, a lesser-known conflict with local importance because Mentor’s own James A. Garfield led the Union into the fray. Discover how what happened in Kentucky set Garfield … Continue reading →

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5 Facts about the Garfield Family & Mentor Public Library

Posted on December 19, 2019 by MPL Comm Outreach

We’re fortunate to be neighbors with the James A. Garfield National Historic Site. They lead a monthly a Civil War series at our Main Branch and are a wonderful resource to have nearby. Moreover, the Garfield family has a long … Continue reading →

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The Untold Stories of Mentor, Ohio, with Thomas Matowitz

Posted on July 1, 2019 by MPL Comm Outreach

Thomas Matowitz, the author and local historian who literally wrote the book one Mentor, Ohio, returned to the library to share some of his best stories. Matowitz is the perfect person to discuss prominent Mentor families like the Garfields, landmarks like … Continue reading →

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James A. Garfield and the First Decoration Day

Posted on May 19, 2018 by MPL Comm Outreach

Our nation will commemorate Memorial Day later this month, and our friends from James A. Garfield National Historic Site offer a timely reminder on the holiday’s origin. Memorial Day began as Decoration Day, a way to celebrate and commemorate soldiers  who … Continue reading →

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MPL Talks: General Winfield Scott Hancock

Posted on January 18, 2018 by MPL Comm Outreach

General Winfield Scott Hancock was a spectacular corps commander, perhaps the Union’s best. But that’s not the only reason Todd Arrington (site commander of James A. Garfield National Historic Site) chose Hancock as the subject of his latest Civil War … Continue reading →

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