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November 2, 2025

Zoar Spring Homeschool Day

Learn how the Zoar Separatists and other people in the 19th century prepared for spring through hands-on activities, including a bread relay, butter churning, seed planting and tin smithing. Visit the artifacts exhibit in the Bimeler Museum, the Blacksmith, the Dairy, the Laundry and many other buildings to learn more about Zoar’s fascinating history. Tickets […]

November 2, 2025

Zoar Pretzel Day

Celebrate Good Friday like a true Zoar Separatist with pretzels, pretzels and more pretzels! Stop by the Zoar Bakery for a fun, flavor-filled day with fresh pretzels straight from the oven or at one of the grab-and-go stations. Please be patient as Bakery wait times may be long.

November 2, 2025

Pie Day at Zoar

Celebrate International Pi(e) Day at Historic Zoar Village to celebrate the mathematical constant of 3.14 with a variety of fresh, delicious pies from the Zoar Bakery. Can’t wait until you get home to dig in? No problem! The Bakery also provides personal slices of pie to enjoy. The Zoar Store will also be open with […]

October 31, 2025

WW1 Program at Fort Laurens

Fort Laurens is hosting a small group of World War 1 reenactors, who will make a small “campsite” on the grounds. Interact with the reenactors and learn more about the American army during this major world conflict. For more information, contact Fort Laurens at 330.874.2059 or visit the website at www.fortlaurensmuseum.org.

October 29, 2025

Octagon Homeschool Days

Do you have a homeschooler looking for an educational and fun activity related to history? Well, come meet us at the Octagon Visitor Center for a drop-in program on the fourth Friday of each month! Admission will cover a short lesson in a small group learning environment and supplies for a hands-on activity that you […]

October 29, 2025

Newark Earthworks Lecture Series

Join us at the Octagon Earthworks Visitor Center as we welcome experts from multiple fields speaking on topics connected to how we understand and learn about Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks; from archaeological and indigenous perspectives to stories about how Earthworks have been preserved and protected. This program is geared toward adults (ages 18+) although we encourage […]

October 27, 2025

Tap That—Maple Syrup

In this program, Keith Bengtson will give a brief discussion of the history of maple syrup, as well as instructions on the making of this sweet treat. The program will include discussion of Native, colonial, traditional and modern techniques of creating maple syrup as well as a display of historic techniques showing how people tapped […]

October 24, 2025

Earth Day Walk

Happy Earth Day! Visit us on Saturday, April 25, 2026, any time between Noon and 2 p.m. for a free walk on the boardwalk. We will have naturalists stationed along the boardwalk to answer any questions you may have.

October 24, 2025

“Fen”tastic Fundraiser

Cedar Bog presents our annual “Fen”tastic Fundraiser! Are you a member of the Cedar Bog Association or the Ohio History Connection? Our annual fundraiser consists of a fun-filled evening with music, a presentation, a catered dinner from In Good Taste Market, a silent auction and more! RSVPs are required. Visit our website or call us […]

October 24, 2025

Best Identification Apps and Why

Join us in welcoming volunteer naturalist Sara Klips to Cedar Bog as she delves into the world of identification apps! Have you ever used Google Lens, iNaturalist, Merlin, etc.? Learn about some you may have never heard of before! Sara will present in our education room. Cedar Bog Association and Ohio History Connection members enjoy […]