Oxford History
The history of Oxford, Ohio is rich with heritage. Not only does Oxford feature Miami University, but is also home to the William Holmes McGuffey Museum that exhibits materials relating to William Holmes McGuffey's life. Visitors can also look in to the history of Oxford, Ohio and Butler County at the Smith Library of Regional History, which features special collections chronicling Butler County's communities.
Western College for Women Historic District
441 S. Locust St. Oxford OH 45056Location: Oxford
A private womens school, the Western College for Women began as the Western Female Seminary in 1853 and was named because it was the western representation of Mount Holyoke in the East. Although the College closed in 1974, and its hillside campus became part of Miami University, historic...