Sylvania in Lucas County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Sylvania Heritage Museum
Photographed By Joel Seewald, May 20, 2017
1. Sylvania Heritage Museum Marker
This circa 1902 house was the home and office of Dr. Uriah A. Cooke. His physician's office is still intact. Adjacent to the office is a replica of an early 1900's apothecary. The three-story house features the original hardwood flooring, window seats, ornate fireplace and carved wood staircase. The pantry off the dining room has floor to ceiling storage, typical of the era. A small work area includes a pull-out work surface with flour and sugar bins. The only bathroom, circa 1915, includes original tile and a claw-foot cast iron bathtub.
The Museum houses information about families, maps, and events of Sylvania area history. Themed displays and exhibits are changed quarterly. Research can be done by appointment at the Sylvania Historical Society's office. It is also home to V.F.W. Post 3310 and several other small non-profit organizations.
Programs and group tours are by appointment. Private rentals are available. Museum hours are Wednesday, 3:00-7:00 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Sign sponsored by: Veterans of Foreign Wars - Sylvania Memorial Post 3310
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Buildings. A significant historical year for this entry is 1902.
Location. 41° 43.059′ N, 83° 42.2′ W. Marker is in Sylvania, Ohio,
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sister City Garden (within shouting distance of this marker); Sylvania Historical Village (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Log Home (about 300 feet away); Stone Academy (about 300 feet away); 1850 Barn (about 400 feet away); Railroad Car Barn (about 400 feet away); 1858 Railroad Depot (about 400 feet away); Erie and Kalamazoo Railroad (approx. 0.2 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Sylvania.
Also see . . .
1. Cooke Kuhlman House. Information about former inhabitants of the house on the Sylvania Area Historical Society's website. (Submitted on May 22, 2017, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.)
2. Heritage Center Museum. More information about the house and museum on Sylvania Historical Village's website. (Submitted on May 23, 2017, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.)
3. Sylvania-Then and Now: 5717 Main Street. Article on page 13A of the March 1, 2017 Sylvania Advantage about the house and Dr. Cooke, including a picture of Dr. Cooke in 1920 as well as pictures of the house through the years. (Submitted on August 16, 2022, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan.)
Photographed By Joel Seewald, May 20, 2017
2. Sylvania Heritage Museum and Marker
View from the southeast.
Photographed By Joel Seewald, May 20, 2017
3. Sylvania Heritage Museum
View from the northeast.
Photographed By Joel Seewald, May 20, 2017
4. Sylvania Heritage Museum Preservation Award
Photographed By Craig Doda, June 18, 2022
5. Sylvania Heritage Museum Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on August 16, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 22, 2017, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. This page has been viewed 355 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 22, 2017, by Joel Seewald of Madison Heights, Michigan. 5. submitted on June 20, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio.
