Museum hosts lecture on Findlay Airport

FINDLAY — The Hancock Historical Museum, 422 W. Sandusky St., will hold its next brown bag lecture at noon Thursday. This month's presentation, "A Planes-Eye View: How the Findlay Airport Went from Private to Public," will look at the transformation of the Findlay Airport (KFDY). The lecture will be led by Anne Stoner of the Marathon Petroleum Co., and Kyle Penzinski of the City of Findlay Airport, two professionals with unique perspectives on the airport's history and impact. Stoner, with 42 years in Marathon Petroleum's Aviation Division, oversees executive air travel for the company's aircraft. Penzinski is an Ohio native and dual-degree holder. They share the story of how the Findlay Airport transitioned from private ownership to becoming a public asset that has enriched the local community, as well as how it plays a vital role in the region's development. "I am incredibly grateful for this educational collaboration between the museum, Marathon Petroleum Company, and the city of Findlay. The airport has a fascinating story, and we are excited to share it with the community this week," said Abigail Inbody, executive director of the museum. The historical museum is serving as a community hub for the America 250 celebrations, honoring 250 years of our nation's history. The 2026 brown bag lecture series lineup is inspired by the celebration themes set forth by the State of Ohio America 250 Commission, connecting local history to the larger national story. The theme for April is Ohio Moves: Transportation. The lecture will last approximately 45 minutes to an hour with ample time for questions and discussion. Guests are encouraged to bring their own lunches to enjoy during the program. Admission is free for museum members and $3 for nonmembers. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., and seating is limited. No registration is required. The lecture series takes place on the first Thursday of every month at the museum. Each lecture highlights topics of historical and cultural significance to Hancock County and Ohio. For more information, contact the museum at 419-423-4433 or visit www.hancockhistoricalmuseum.org.