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r Olmsted Historical Societv and Frostville Museum The City of North Olmsted is fortunate to have an active historical society. The Olmsted Historical Society, recognized in 2010 by First Lady Michelle Obama as a Preserve America Steward, operates the Frostville Museum, which is located in North Olmsted within the boundaries of the Rocky River Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks. The Museum consists of several of the oldest historic homes of North Olmsted. Many of these have been moved to the site over the last 50 years. The Olmsted Historical Society hosted its second annual weekly summer farmers market each Saturday from May through October. Also, Frostville hosted the second Olmsted Festival of the Arts, a merger of two past arts events, with the support of a project support grant from Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. It is also worthwhile to note that Landmarks Commission member and Olmsted Historical Society archivist Dale Thomas had another book published in 2012. Lincoln's Old Friends of Menard County, Illinois is a record of Lincoln's arrival in Illinois and those who played important roles in his early years. GoaLs FoR 2013 In addition to the goals listed in the City's 2009 Historic Preservation Plan, the Landmarks Commission has specific pr.iorities for 2013, which include the following: • Prepare a detailed report for the potential landmark designation of 4302 Porter Road and 30095 Lorain Road. Continue to identify potential landmarks and eligible properties for historic recognition plaques. • Using the completed survey and OHI forms as a tool, develop a prioritized list of the most historically significant structures in the City, identify potential threats to them, and create a plan for their preservation. • Plan for educational events for both Commission members and the general public. Schedule a field trip to the Parker Ranch. Consider organizing an event with an aviation theme which could cover the National Air Races, Cleveland's role in aviation and Jimmy Doolittle. . • Continue work on the North Olmsted Cemetery Improvement Project. • Improve information available to the public through the Landmarks Commission webpage on the City of North Olmsted website.