Marietta in Washington County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Betsey Mills Club

Photographed by J. J. Prats, April 23, 2017

1. Betsey Mills Club Marker

Inscription. By first connecting and enclosing two early homes in brick in 1927, philanthropist W. W. Mills built the Betsey Mills complex as a memorial to his wife, Betsey.

Erected by the Rotary Club of Marietta, making a place in history with service since 1921.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Rotary International series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1927.

Location. 39° 25.034′ N, 81° 27.103′ W. Marker is in Marietta, Ohio, in Washington County. It is on Putnam Street east of 4th Street when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Marietta OH 45750, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest,

in the Ohio River Valley,

in Appalachia,

and specifically in Northern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France,

the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

and the Northwest Territory.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: First Baptist Church (within shouting distance of this marker); The President’s Home of Marietta College (within shouting distance of this marker); Muskingum Academy / Marietta College (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Mills House (about 300 feet away); Charlotte Scott (about 400 feet away); On This Site (about 500 feet away); Unitarian Church (about 500 feet away); City Hall (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Marietta.

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. “The Betsey Mills was founded in 1911 under the name The Girls’ Monday Club. The Monday Club was the result of a sewing class started in 1898 in Marietta by Mrs. Betsey Mills and other community minded women. Today, the Betsey continues to offer programs and services for every member of the community. Pool Therapy, Warm Water Arthritis Workout, and Yoga are just a few of the many health enhancement programs available at the Betsey. Programs include a state licensed Day Care and Preschool Center, Red Cross Authorized swim lessons, and classes for all ages. Rooms are also available for meetings, special events and classes. The needs and desires of community members determine what classes and activities are offered.” (Submitted on May 17, 2017.)

Site of the Betsey Mills Club, and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed by J. J. Prats, April 23, 2017

2. Site of the Betsey Mills Club, and Marker

The Betsey Mills image. Click for full size.

Photographed by J. J. Prats, April 23, 2017

3. The Betsey Mills

The sign reads, “The Betsey Mills • Catering / Private Parties • Day Care / Pre-School • Gym / Heated Pool • Meeting Rooms • Women’s Residence.” This photograph is from the corner of Putnam and 4th Streets. Putnam is on the right and 4th on the left.

Credits. This page was last revised on May 17, 2017. It was originally submitted on May 17, 2017, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio. This page has been viewed 733 times since then and 48 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 17, 2017, by J. J. Prats of Powell, Ohio.