Event Archives - Ohio History Connection

August 10, 2026

Tour of the Great Circle Earthworks with Dr. Brad Lepper

Celebrate UNESCO Inscription Day at the Newark Earthworks! Join Senior World Heritage Archaeologist Brad Lepper for a fascinating guided tour of the Great Circle, one of the largest and most remarkable geometric earthworks in the world and part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Newark Earthworks. Discover the history, cultural significance, and enduring legacy of this […]

August 7, 2026

Stars &Nighttime Wonders

As the sun sets and the stars begin to shine, join us for star gazing & nature at night! This family-friendly evening will be filled with exciting activities for all ages. Kids can enjoy hands-on crafts, special programming, a guided night hike and fascinating moth watching. Adults can explore the night through star gazing, constellation […]

August 7, 2026

2026 Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival

The Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival is one of the nation’s largest vintage base ball gatherings, featuring over 30 teams from across the U.S. playing by 1860s rules. The upcoming festival takes place September 5–6, 2026, from 9a.m.–5 p.m. at the Westerville Sports Complex in Westerville, Ohio. Admission is free to the public.

August 6, 2026

Lecture Series: The Newark Holy Stones

Join us for a lecture presented by Brad Lepper and Jeff Gill on the topic of The Newark Holy Stones: “a mystery which time alone can dissipate.” The Newark Holy Stones consist of a number of carved stone objects engraved with Hebrew letters, which were found at various locations in Licking County, Ohio. They appeared […]

August 4, 2026

Teaching American History Seminar: Westward Expansion to Civil War

This elementary school teacher focused seminar will explore documents on the expansion of the United States after the founding, including the impact of the Northwest Ordinance. Teachers will be asked to look at how westward expansion furthered tensions with Native Americans and the issue on slavery as the nation moved toward the Civil War. This […]

July 27, 2026

An Evening with John E. Hancock

Join us for a lecture and book signing with Dr. John E. Hancock, author of the Smithsonian Institution’s new publication Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks: Landscape Monuments of the Ancient Ohio Valley and the Traveler’s Guide to Ancient Ohio from Ohio University Press. Through the scholarly lens of architecture, John E. Hancock has been a passionate and […]

July 24, 2026

Origin of Source Material for Ohio Hopewell Ceremonial Objects

Have you ever wondered where the materials used to create Hopewell artifacts came from? Join Todd Stephenson, a retired geologist with a passion for North America’s geological history, as he shares the fascinating stories behind the source materials used in some of Ohio’s most distinctive Hopewell artifacts. This presentation will provide a deeper look at […]

July 23, 2026

Discovering History: First American Regiment, Defender and Peacekeeper of an Expanding Nation

Discover fascinating details about how the first peacetime army was created, its activity at Fort Harmar and its groundbreaking role in our country’s earliest days. Dave Baker earned his Bachelor’s degree from Johns Hopkins University and his MBA from Ohio University. After retiring from his career as a financial advisor, he became active in community […]

July 22, 2026

Finger Weaving Workshop

Discover the traditional art of finger weaving in this hands-on workshop at the Octagon Earthworks. Finger weaving is an ancient textile technique practiced by many Indigenous communities to create beautiful and functional sashes, belts, straps, and other woven items—without the use of a loom. During this beginner-friendly workshop, participants will learn the basic techniques of […]

July 16, 2026

Trees of Flint Ridge

Join us at Flint Ridge Ancient Quarries & Nature Preserve for a family-friendly program all about trees! Together, we’ll explore the beautiful landscape of Flint Ridge and learn how to identify different tree species. Along the way, we’ll discover how trees have been used throughout history for tools, shelter, food, medicine, and more. This free […]