Mariemont Elementary students learn about local history
Contributed by Claire Kupferle of the Mariemont Preservation Foundation
The Mariemont Preservation Foundation (MPF) has been busy with presentations to local school children on a variety of historical topics.
Mariemont Elementary third graders recently took a field trip to the seat of Mariemont government – Council Chambers in the Municipal Building. Docent Claire Kupferle presented some of the history of the Village and how its government is set up. Students then role-played positions as community officials and other leaders as they determined what new attraction might be good to add to their community. The students really enjoyed the debate and got a first-hand look at how difficult it is to govern.
Fourth graders from Mariemont Elementary also were given a lesson on local history. They learned about Mariemont’s benefactor, Mary Emery, and the history of Mariemont. The presentation was given by Docents Cindy Dougherty and Linda Swensson and the students were fascinated by the many old photos of Mariemont. The following day the students enjoyed a walking tour of the Historic District, led by Docents Susan Bezerra and Harmon McClung.
Cindy Dougherty presents the history of Mariemont and its founder, Mary Emery.