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December 11, 2023

Presidential History Book Club

All are invited to read and discuss books about the American presidency at this free book club. This month, the club is reading “The Amistad Rebellion: An Atlantic Odyssey of Slavery and Freedom.” This event will take place in person and online. For online login information, email [email protected]. Participants can bring their lunch. Sponsored by […]

November 9, 2023

Zoar and the Presidents

Students can meet U.S. presidents who were active during Zoar’s era as a communal settlement from 1817 to 1898 at Historic Zoar Village’s award winning Zoar and the Presidents School Day. Other historical figures from Zoar’s history can be found throughout the village. Presidential speeches, activities and games are held throughout the village along with […]

November 9, 2023

Revolution on the Tuscarawas

Fort Laurens is once again holding our annual Revolutionary War Reenactment with the Brigade of the American Revolution! Fort Laurens will have a variety of different 18th century demonstrations including music, artillery, cooking, medicine, British and American soldiers, and so much more! Admission for this event is $10 for adults and free for children 12 […]

November 8, 2023

Annual Closure for Cleaning and Maintenance of the History Center

The Ohio History Center museum will be closed for annual cleaning and maintenance, January 1–17, 2025. We look forward to seeing you when we open Saturday, January 18! Please note that the Archives & Library will be closed December 25–27, 2024 and January 1–10, 2025. The Archives & Library will be open for research January […]

October 18, 2023

Not Your Grandmother’s Black History Lecture Series “Who needs Black History Month?” Webinar

Is Black History Month still necessary? Relevant, even? This conversation compels a reconsideration of the historical experiences and contemporary legacies associated with being Black in America. Join us online for a lively webinar that will bring a fresh perspective on the value of Black History Month, and why Black History happens 365 days a year! […]

October 12, 2023

MEMBER VIP: The First Days of the Harding Administration

Join us on Tues., March 12 for this members-only webinar. A global post-war recession. High unemployment. Racial strife and lynchings. Despite the smile on his face as he attended his inauguration ceremony on March 4, 1921, President Warren G. Harding’s mind already was on the myriad of issues on his plate. Join Warren G. Harding […]

October 12, 2023

MEMBER VIP: Get to Know the Newark Earthworks

Join us on Tues., Jan. 23 for this members-only webinar. We’ll be joined by Brad Lepper, Senior Archaeologist, for an introduction to the Newark Earthworks, part of the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks World Heritage Site. Brad will talk to us about the significance of the site and how it fits in with the rest of the […]

October 11, 2023

Historical Miniatures Gaming Society at March Through Time

Included with Ohio History Center general admission. Check out the list of historical war games happening on Nov. 9 below! These games will be hosted by Historical Miniatures Gaming Society - Great Lakes Event Name: Germans vs Soviets Period: World War II Scale: Legos Rules: Grimdark Future (1 page rules) Event Name: To the Blockhouse! […]

August 7, 2023

¡Celebrando! – A Dialogue on Latinx and Hispanic Cultural Experiences

This event is free to the public; advanced ticketing reservation is available and recommended. We’re uniting with cultural organizations from around the state to pay tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans/Latinx Americans who have enriched our nation and society. Join us as we learn about Latine heritage from the perspectives of Ohioans with different […]

June 9, 2023

Lantern Tour

Join us the evenings of September 15 & 16 and experience Schoenbrunn Village by lantern, following a path of luminaries and discover what life was like in the 18th century within this Moravian community on the cusp of the American Revolution. Site admission applies. $8/Adult, $6/Senior, $4/Children (7–17) & Free/Children 6 & under. Ohio History […]