From the WOOD COUNTY MUSEUM
Join the Wood County Museum on May 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the North Baltimore Public Library. Discover how everyday Americans contributed to the World War II effort right from home. The focus will be on gardening, food preservation, and rationing.
This event is part of the museum’s “Education on the Road” series. It’s a collaboration between the museum, North Baltimore Public Library, the North Baltimore Community Garden Project, and the North Baltimore Garden Club. The program, titled “Food for Victory,” is free and open to everyone.
During World War II, millions of Americans planted Victory Gardens to help with food shortages while resources were sent to troops overseas. Women, children, and civilians who couldn’t serve in the military played essential roles. They gardened, canned food, and adapted to rationing, making a big difference on the home front.
Attendees will learn how these efforts supported wartime needs and changed daily life in America. Historical insights reveal strong community ties and resilience, with about 20 million Victory Gardens planted during the war, producing around 40% of the country’s vegetables at the time.
Alyssa Garland, the museum’s event assistant, will lead the program, sharing fascinating stories and insights. This series aims to bring local history and education to communities throughout Wood County, making it accessible and engaging for all.
For more information, contact the Wood County Museum at 419-352-0967 or visit www.woodcountyhistory.org.
