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Exciting New Changes at the Edison Birthplace
Bringing the Don Gfell Education Center to life on the 100th anniversary of Thomas Edison's last trip to Milan, OH
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August 11, 2023
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Exciting New Changes at the Edison Birthplace
Bringing the Don Gfell Education Center to life on the 100th anniversary of Thomas Edison's last trip to Milan, OH
April 1, 2023
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Save On Tickets When You Book Online
See how you can make your visit more affordable by saving $2 per ticket
March 5, 2023
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Honoring Mina Edison for Women’s History Month
Mina Miller Edison, second wife of Thomas Edison, and her legacy of loving support and intellectual strength
February 6, 2023
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Tribute: Don Gfell – Milan's Edison Man
For the everlasting love of Edison and community. R.I.P “Edisonman”
September 28, 2019
Community
Young Edison & Mother Nancy Statue Rededication
This statue beautifully depicts the patience and dedication his mother had to a boy who was full of questions and curious about the world.
August 23, 2018
Projects
Erie County Community Foundation Supports the Edison Birthplace
The Erie County Community Foundation has been a loyal supporter of the Edison Birthplace with grant money.
June 19, 2018
Community
Percy The Peacock
Percy became a resident of the neighborhood around the Edison Birthplace in October of 2017.
June 8, 2018
Projects
Mr. Edison Permanent Resident of Milan
New Thomas Edison statue to be dedicated in Milan
July 15, 2017
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Edison Birthplace Celebrates Japan’s Tanabata Festival
Of the international visitors who find their way to the house in Milan, Ohio, where Thomas Edison was born in 1847, the largest number arrive from Japan, where the inventor is revered.
May 17, 2017
Community
PPG Pittsburgh, PA & Huron, OH Revitalize Edison Birthplace
The Ohio birthplace of Thomas Alva Edison, one of the most prolific inventors throughout American history, has received a much-needed makeover—thanks to an effort orchestrated by PPG.
October 21, 2016
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Ohio Statue of Thomas Edison Finally Resides In Washington, DC
A decade-long effort to bring a new statue to the U.S. Capitol to represent Ohio ended Wednesday when lawmakers unveiled a statue of Thomas Edison at the U.S. Capitol Building Wednesday.