Montgomery Memories Thu, 14 May 2026 15:35:22 -0400 https://montgomerymemories.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 City of Montgomery yes Montgomery, OH, USA 13e8fa4c-7714-5854-99f1-0f5374b85a2b Tracy Henao and Kevin Chesar episodic false Montgomery Memories is a storytelling podcast that explores the history of Montgomery, Ohio, highlighting the lives and experiences of its first settlers to the present.  The podcast is hosted by Tracy Henao, Assistant City Manager, and Kevin Chesar, Community Development Director. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Tracy Henao and Kevin Chesar https://storage.buzzsprout.com/gc4pxgsz39wigejmf6djip8f6oye?.jpg Montgomery Memories Kevin Chesar Tracy Henao The Story of the Wilder–Swaim House and MHPA The Story of the Wilder–Swaim House and MHPA In this episode of Montgomery Memories, hosts Tracy Henao and Kevin Chesar spotlight the Montgomery Historic Preservation Association (MHPA) and the history of the Wilder–Swaim House with special guest Janet Korach, longtime MHPA leader and local historian. The discussion traces MHPA’s origins, its role in preserving Montgomery’s shared history, and the story of the Wilder–Swaim House—from its construction in the 1830s through its preservation as a historic landmark. Through reflections on early farm life, community effort, and volunteerism, the episode highlights how preservation connects past and present and invites listeners to experience Montgomery’s history firsthand.

]]> In this episode of Montgomery Memories, hosts Tracy Henao and Kevin Chesar spotlight the Montgomery Historic Preservation Association (MHPA) and the history of the Wilder–Swaim House with special guest Janet Korach, longtime MHPA leader and local historian. The discussion traces MHPA’s origins, its role in preserving Montgomery’s shared history, and the story of the Wilder–Swaim House—from its construction in the 1830s through its preservation as a historic landmark. Through reflections on early farm life, community effort, and volunteerism, the episode highlights how preservation connects past and present and invites listeners to experience Montgomery’s history firsthand.

]]> Tracy Henao and Kevin Chesar Buzzsprout-19058879 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400 931 1 4 full false Hopewell Cemetery Hopewell Cemetery Hopewell Cemetery is more than a final resting place, it’s a history book written in stone. In this episode of Montgomery Memories Podcast, Hosts Kevin Chesar and Tracy Henao, joined by Connie Gaylor, explore the pioneers and veterans who shaped Montgomery and reveal why each tombstone holds a story waiting to be remembered.

Hopewell Cemetery is historically significant, serving as the burial location of many of the City’s first settlers, Revolutionary War Veterans, and Civil War Veterans. The cemetery was created by the early settlers in the area as a place of respect, a means of honoring their triumphs and perpetuating the memory of loved ones. Join Tracy, Kevin, and Connie as they explore the Pioneer Section and why each tombstone tells a story.

]]> Hopewell Cemetery is more than a final resting place, it’s a history book written in stone. In this episode of Montgomery Memories Podcast, Hosts Kevin Chesar and Tracy Henao, joined by Connie Gaylor, explore the pioneers and veterans who shaped Montgomery and reveal why each tombstone holds a story waiting to be remembered.

Hopewell Cemetery is historically significant, serving as the burial location of many of the City’s first settlers, Revolutionary War Veterans, and Civil War Veterans. The cemetery was created by the early settlers in the area as a place of respect, a means of honoring their triumphs and perpetuating the memory of loved ones. Join Tracy, Kevin, and Connie as they explore the Pioneer Section and why each tombstone tells a story.

]]> Tracy Henao and Kevin Chesar Buzzsprout-18978464 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1486 1 3 full false The Birth of Historic Preservation in Montgomery The Birth of Historic Preservation in Montgomery In Episode 2 of Montgomery Memories, hosts Tracy Henao and Kevin Chesar take listeners back to the beginnings of historic preservation in Montgomery. From grassroots efforts to save the Universalist Church to the community response that followed the loss of the Presbyterian Manse, this episode traces how citizen advocacy, private investment, and local leadership shaped preservation policies that still define Montgomery today. It’s a story about protecting identity, honoring community memory, and ensuring Montgomery’s history remains part of its future.

]]> In Episode 2 of Montgomery Memories, hosts Tracy Henao and Kevin Chesar take listeners back to the beginnings of historic preservation in Montgomery. From grassroots efforts to save the Universalist Church to the community response that followed the loss of the Presbyterian Manse, this episode traces how citizen advocacy, private investment, and local leadership shaped preservation policies that still define Montgomery today. It’s a story about protecting identity, honoring community memory, and ensuring Montgomery’s history remains part of its future.

]]> Tracy Henao and Kevin Chesar Buzzsprout-18901334 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 1172 1 2 full false Montgomery's Origin Story Montgomery's Origin Story Episode 1 introduces the Indigenous history of the Montgomery area and the early families who settled at the crossroads of two Native trails. It traces how their small frontier settlement grew into a community centered on faith, education, and local enterprise, laying the foundation for the Montgomery we know today.

If you have ideas to share, please email us at memories@montgomeryohio.gov.

]]> Episode 1 introduces the Indigenous history of the Montgomery area and the early families who settled at the crossroads of two Native trails. It traces how their small frontier settlement grew into a community centered on faith, education, and local enterprise, laying the foundation for the Montgomery we know today.

If you have ideas to share, please email us at memories@montgomeryohio.gov.

]]> Matthew Vanderhorst Buzzsprout-18521079 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0500 1180 1 1 full false