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Emil Ambos and the Ambos Pleasure Farm

Clip: Season 6 Episode 21 | 8m 24sVideo has Closed Captions

Discovery of a collection of glass negatives reveals the history of Ambos Pleasure Farm

Aaron O'Donovan from the Columbus Metropolitan Library uncovers the history of Emil Ambos and the Ambos Pleasure Farm he created in the area of today's Berwick neighborhood. A collection of glass negatives was discovered in a barn in Grove City, and these images gives us a glimpse into the Emil's life during the late 1800's.

04/09/2020

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Capturing History Preview

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Preview: S6 Ep21 | 30s | Explore images by photographer Herb Topy & The story of Ambos Pleasure Farm is revealed (30s)

Champaign County History

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Clip: S6 Ep21 | 9m 1s | A visit to the Champaign County Historical Museum to learn about the county's history (9m 1s)

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