TROY — The historical Overfield Tavern Museum in Troy was ‘gutted’ after an early morning fire.
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Just before 5 a.m. crews were dispatched to the 200 block of East Water Street on reports of a structure fire.
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Troy Police Department Sergeant Mosier confirmed that the fire was at the Overfield Tavern Museum.
No one was inside at the time of the fire and no injuries have been reported, according to Sgt. Mosier.
The Overfield Tavern Museum shared a photo of the fire on their Facebook page.
“We have a severe fire at the museum. This is a tragedy for our community and for Ohio history,” the post read.
In another post on social media, the museum shared that the building had sustained ‘major damage’.
“In speaking with fire officials, the outer walls seem to be hanging in there, but the interior appears to be largely gutted,” museum officials stated in the update.
According to the Overfield Tavern Museum website, the building was built in 1808 and operated as a tavern. The building was turned into a museum in 1965.
The building is the oldest structure in Troy and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, according to the website.
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We have a severe fire at the museum. We are not sure how it began. Troy Fire Department is on the scene. This I Please...
Posted by The Overfield Tavern Museum on Saturday, December 7, 2024
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