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February 23, 2025

Fouse Family

In honor of Juneteenth, Kathleen Kaslow from the Westerville Public Library’s History Museum will share information on the Fouse Family at Hanby House. The Fouse Family patriarch, Squire Fouse, was born a slave and came to Westerville after the Civil War and eventually purchased the Hanby House. His son, William Henry Fouse, was the first […]

February 23, 2025

Kate Winter Hanby: Female Pioneers of Otterbein University

Stephen Grinch, archivist of Otterbein University, will share information about Kate Winter Hanby and other female pioneers of higher education at Otterbein University. Kate Winter Hanby, wife of Benjamin Hanby, was one of two women who were the first graduates of Otterbein. Learn about her and some of her contemporaries.

February 23, 2025

Cemeteries and Veterans

In honor of Memorial Day, join us at Hanby House for a program about the history of the local cemeteries with interesting facts about each one, and the stories of some of the veterans buried there.

February 21, 2025

Nothing About Us, Without Us

Hear Tribal Humanities Scholar Nekole Alligood of the Delaware Nation and Christine Thompson of Ball State University share a short history of St. Clair’s Defeat Revisited, now on exhibit at the Ohio History Center. Learn how the exhibit came to be and why it is important to Tribes today. Included with museum admission. Ohio History […]

February 21, 2025

Orchid Walk

Cedar Bog is hosting our annual Orchid Walk on Saturday, May 31. Naturalists will be stationed along the boardwalk to point out orchids, answer questions and help you take the best pictures! This event is $5/person. Ohio History Connection and Cedar Bog Association members receive free admission.

February 21, 2025

Moth Night

Cedar Bog is hosting our ‘Moth Night’ at dusk on Saturday, May 17. Bring your flashlights, cameras, sheets, etc.! Be ready to look for our fun nighttime critters. This event is free to the public! Donations accepted.

February 21, 2025

Dragonflies

Dave McShaffrey, co-author of “A Naturalist’s Guide to the Odonata of Ohio”, will speak about dragonflies at Cedar Bog. This event is $5/person. Ohio History Connection and Cedar Bog Association members receive free admission.

February 18, 2025

Verandah Concert

Old-fashioned ice cream social is at 6:30 p.m.; concert begins at 7 p.m. This concert series features a variety of musical acts from across the region. Attendees are asked to bring their own chairs or blankets and choose their favorite spot on the expansive and shady lawn in front of the home. Donations are accepted […]

February 14, 2025

Lafayette 200

The Bicentennial Commemoration of General Lafayette’s visit to Marietta incudes many events throughout the day. Start the day with a Brunch River Cruise with Lafayette aboard the Valley Gem, and be part of our cannon salute at the levee and the dedication of our new Lafayette Trail marker. Gather with SAR at Mound Cemetery, and […]

February 14, 2025

Christmas Tours

Experience the holiday season like never before with a Christmas tour at Historic Zoar Village. Step back in time as you explore beautifully decorated historic buildings, each showcasing German Christmas traditions and the origins of the traditions of the Christmas season. Learn about the rich history of Christmas customs while enjoying the festive atmosphere of […]