The Barn Builders

The story of Pennsylvanians who settled in 19th century Ohio

   Explore the landscape with Hubert Wilhelm as he tells the fascinating story of the Pennsylvanians who settled in Ohio in the 19th century.  Wilhelm's journey into the past takes him along the pioneer road, Zane's Trace, where he discovers the distinctive Pennsylvania barns, houses, towns, and cemeteries.

Shot on location in Fairfield, Perry and Pickaway counties, Ohio; and Berks, Cumberland and Franklin counties, Pennsylvania. Written, directed, and edited by David Mould. Photographed by Ann Alter.

The companion Barn Builders Study Guide is illustrated with sketches, maps and tables, and covers: - Pennsylvania Settlement in Ohio - The Pennsylvania I House - The Pennsylvania Town Plat - The Pennsylvania Barn Pennsylvania Gravestone Art - Routes for field trips - Useful books & articles - Class exercises and activities. 


(50 minute DVD, $25)
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"A delightful, educational video ... highly recommended for local historians and teachers of Ohio history and social studies." - The Local Historian

 "Lucid, entertaining ... belongs in all libraries with holdings on Americana ... a superb documentary.” - Journal of American Culture

"Well-done research on a historical subject ... recommended for students from the intermediate school level through college and adult levels." - Video Rating Guide for Libraries

Awards

Funded by grants from the Ohio Arts Council, the Ohio Joint Program in the Arts and Humanities, and Ohio University.