MONROE - Nate Roth, who died Jan. 13, was a local historian who left behind memorials to history.
He wrote a book about the Green County soldiers who served in the 5th Battery during the Civil War; he helped restore the cannons on the Green County Courthouse lawn; he helped with the restoration of area landmarks such as the Green County Welcome Center and the Monroe Arts Centers; he worked to preserve the water tower at Lincoln Park; and he was co-marshall of the Cheese Days parade.
"His expertise in history was unparalleled," Green County Welcome Center board member Mary Ann Hanna said. "He loved history."
He wanted to pass on his knowledge to others, which is why he was involved with local organizations that preserve Monroe's history.
"He gave untold hours of volunteerism to us," Hanna said. "He was incredibly involved."
Roth was also a man of many talents, including mountain climbing and woodworking.
This month the Monroe Arts Center honors Roth with a memorial through an exhibit that pays tribute to his woodworking skills.
Hanna said the tribute at MAC is well deserved.
"He's gravely missed by everyone who knew him," she said.
The exhibit, which is on display until Oct. 31, features hand-turned bowls, plates, ornaments, plant stands, furniture and decorative items.
Exhibit curator Dennis Oostdik said Roth would see something that would capture his imagination and then he would try to recreate it.
"Nate thoroughly enjoyed the creative process," Oostdik said.
The exhibit is located in the Frehner Gallery, which is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
Admission is free.
More information about the Monroe Arts Center is available at www.monroeartscenter.com or by calling 325-5700.
He wrote a book about the Green County soldiers who served in the 5th Battery during the Civil War; he helped restore the cannons on the Green County Courthouse lawn; he helped with the restoration of area landmarks such as the Green County Welcome Center and the Monroe Arts Centers; he worked to preserve the water tower at Lincoln Park; and he was co-marshall of the Cheese Days parade.
"His expertise in history was unparalleled," Green County Welcome Center board member Mary Ann Hanna said. "He loved history."
He wanted to pass on his knowledge to others, which is why he was involved with local organizations that preserve Monroe's history.
"He gave untold hours of volunteerism to us," Hanna said. "He was incredibly involved."
Roth was also a man of many talents, including mountain climbing and woodworking.
This month the Monroe Arts Center honors Roth with a memorial through an exhibit that pays tribute to his woodworking skills.
Hanna said the tribute at MAC is well deserved.
"He's gravely missed by everyone who knew him," she said.
The exhibit, which is on display until Oct. 31, features hand-turned bowls, plates, ornaments, plant stands, furniture and decorative items.
Exhibit curator Dennis Oostdik said Roth would see something that would capture his imagination and then he would try to recreate it.
"Nate thoroughly enjoyed the creative process," Oostdik said.
The exhibit is located in the Frehner Gallery, which is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
Admission is free.
More information about the Monroe Arts Center is available at www.monroeartscenter.com or by calling 325-5700.