Ross County Historical Society presents their 2017 Summer Junior Member Program “Making Doughboys” for children ages 6 – 12.

Come explore what it was like to be a soldier at Camp Sherman during World War I, 1917-18.

Experience what it was like to go to Camp Sherman in Chillicothe 100 years ago and be trained to be a skilled soldier ready to be sent to France during 1917 and 1918. Meet living history soldiers of World War I time period. See and touch their uniforms and equipment. Also see displays of current military equipment used by the Ohio National Guard and meet the real soldiers who use them. Try out your skills at the supervised virtual indoor target range. Make a craft to take home with you. Refreshments will be served.

Advanced registration is required. Space is limited. Deadline for registration is July 5th. Admission is free for Junior Members of the Ross County Historical Society, $10.00 for Non-Members.