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November 6, 2024

Fort Laurens Anniversary March-In

Join us in celebrating the anniversary of the Continental Army's arrival to the site of Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort. Reenactors in period dress will march into the site of Fort Laurens just as the Continental forces did in 1778. Greet the soldiers as they march in, enjoy various historical demonstrations and learn about 18th-century […]

November 6, 2024

Zoar Civil War Reenactment

Ohio's largest Civil War reenactment returns in 2025 as reenactors "invade" Historic Zoar Village in a recreation of the Battle of Appomattox. This year commemorates the 23rd anniversary of the Zoar Civil War event and the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Appomattox. The reenactment takes place on both Saturday (at 2 p.m.) and Sunday […]

November 6, 2024

Civil War School Day

Learn about life on the Civil War battlefield at Historic Zoar Village’s Civil War School Day! Students will discover how the Separatists of Zoar and citizens of the Union lived during this historical conflict. Meet Civil War legends, watch cavalry and artillery demonstrations, participate in hands-on activities and tour Historic Zoar Village's museum buildings. This […]

November 6, 2024

Zoar Antiques Show

Considered Ohio’s fastest-growing antique shows in terms of attendance, Historic Zoar Village’s Antiques and Artisan Show features high-quality antiques and juried artisan works. Shop from over 60 dealers, artisans and folk artists throughout the village showcasing Americana, country, primitives, stoneware, furniture, metalwork designs, watercolor painting and much more. Additionally, a variety of historic demonstrators will […]

November 6, 2024

Maifest

Celebrate the coming of spring with a traditional German festival filled with beers, brats and bands! Visit Historic Zoar Village on May 9 and 10 and enjoy a variety of festivities including: • German food and drink – including Cleveland Kraut, and Brats and German Potato Salad from Canal Tavern of Zoar • Local craft […]

November 6, 2024

Pretzel Day (Good Friday)

Stop by Historic Zoar Village on Good Friday for a fun and flavor-filled day that includes pretzels, pretzels and more pretzels! Celebrate Good Friday the way the Zoar Separatists used to and purchase a pretzel fresh out of the Bakery oven or visit one of the grab-and-go stations. Please be patient as Bakery wait times […]

November 4, 2024

Spring Homeschool Day

During Homeschool Day, students learn how the Zoar Separatists prepared for spring through hands-on activities including a bread relay, butter churning, planting seeds and tin smithing. Visit the Blacksmith, the Dairy, the Laundry and many other buildings to learn more about Zoar’s fascinating history. Tickets are $8 per student, $8 per adult and free for […]

November 4, 2024

Fort Laurens Revolutionary War Reenactment

Come to Fort Laurens, the site of Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort, for our annual Revolutionary War reenactment. Watch a mock skirmish for American Independence with volunteer reenactors from the Brigade of the American Revolution. Learn about 18th-century life from a variety of different demonstrations including music, artillery, cooking, medicine and discussions with Colonial and […]

November 4, 2024

Fort Laurens Homeschool Day

Come to Fort Laurens and learn about life on the frontier during Homeschool Day. Students between fourth and eighth grade will learn more about the Revolutionary War and how early American settlers lived. There will be many interactive stations and demonstrations that cover Revolutionary War history, local Ohio history, archaeology and more! This event is […]

November 4, 2024

Pi(e) Day

Celebrate International Pi(e) Day at Historic Zoar Village on March 14, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., to celebrate pi, the mathematical constant of 3.14, with a variety of delicious pies. On Pie Day, the Zoar Bakery will sell fresh, mouthwatering pies. Can’t wait until you get home to dig in? No problem! The […]