The Clarke-May Museum, a brick house on the corner of Scioto and Union Streets, with flower beds and iron fence

Clarke-May Museum

Located on the northeast corner of Scioto and Union Streets, this square brick structure was built in sections from the 1840s through the early 1850s by Dr. Edward Clarke, a dentist originally from Connecticut.

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The Mount Oval farmhouse on its oval hill, framed by trees

Mount Oval

On an oval shaped hill south of Circleville, Ohio stands the Historic farm of Mount Oval. The house was built by William Renick in 1832.

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The Mount Oval farmhouse and grounds at 3601 Emerson Road, Circleville, Ohio

Clarke-May Museum & Mount Oval

Welcome to the Pickaway County Historical Society, dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of Pickaway County, Ohio. Through our museums, historical sites, and genealogical research center, we bring history to life for our community and visitors. Explore our exhibits, attend special events, and become part of our mission to safeguard the past for future generations.

Visit the Clarke-May Museum Tour Mount Oval

Visit

Clarke-May Museum, 162 West Union Street, Circleville.
Tuesday–Friday, 1 PM – 4 PM. Saturday by appointment only.

Admission: Free, donations welcome.

Hours & directions

Research

The Historical and Genealogical Library holds records for family and local history research.

Genealogical Library

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Annual membership is $40 and includes a subscription to the Pickaway Quarterly magazine, delivered four times a year.

Membership & donations