From its opening in 1898 until 1950, Massillon State Hospital grew to become the home of 3,000
residents. By the year 2000, occupancy would drop to just 300. On
Monday, September 17th at
7:00 p.m. the Massillon Public Library will present "Massillon State Hospital: Heartland Behavioral
Healthcare - From Insanity to Recovery."
Join us as guest speakers, Ken Johns, Training Officer and Danielle K. Granata, Volunteer Services
Coordinator present an intriguing look at one of Massillon's historic legacies.
This program is free and open to the public. No registration is required. For more information, contact the Library at 330.832.9831 ext 311.
The Library is located at 208 Lincoln Way East.
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release date: September 1, 2007
