The trumbull county historical society will showcase over 500 futuristic props designed by the renowned hollywood firm modern props

The Trumbull County Historical Society received a $550,931 Project Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) under the Museums for America program (CFDA 45.301), effective October 1, 2025, with completion targeted for January 31, 2027. The award supports the development and execution of a science fiction and fantasy museum exhibition at the organization's Warren, Ohio location, featuring over 500 futuristic props designed by the Hollywood firm Modern Props. The exhibition will occupy 10,000 square feet of space utilizing both semi-permanent and rotating galleries to showcase prop artistry and technology from acclaimed films including Ghostbusters, Blade Runner, and Star Trek.

The project encompasses comprehensive exhibit design and development services, including floor layouts, interpretive materials, and community engagement planning. The awardee will engage a professional exhibit design firm to create museum plans that balance national appeal with regional relevance while incorporating stakeholder and community input into the museum's vision. The initiative is designed to establish a nationally significant destination for science fiction and fantasy enthusiasts while fostering local pride and participation in the Trumbull County region.

The museum will feature 10,000 square feet of exhibition space, combining both semi-permanent and rotating galleries to highlight the artistry and technology of prop making as seen in films like ghostbusters, blade runner, and star trek. The project will engage an exhibit design firm to develop comprehensive plans, floor layouts, and interpretive materials that honor both fans and the local community. Stakeholder engagement and community input will shape the museum's vision, ensuring a balance between national appeal and regional relevance. Ultimately, this initiative aims to establish a nationally significant destination for science fiction and fantasy enthusiasts while fostering local pride and participation.