Category: Event

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February 16, 2023

Prairie in Bloom Nature Discovery Hike

During the middle of the summer, there are many things that can catch your attention if you know what to look for. Fort Ancient volunteer and Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalist Rick Hoffman as well as other naturalists, will walk participants through the prairie and woods to learn about the plants, bugs, and wildlife around Fort […]
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February 16, 2023

Summer Solstice

Join Fort Ancient in welcoming the first day of summer through this exciting program of observing the sunrise as the Ancient people did 2,000 years ago. Watch the sunrise between two walls of earth when aligning yourself between the earthen wall and a stone covered mound. Guests will also learn the importance of Fort Ancient […]
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February 16, 2023

Mask-Making from Nature

A wide variety of natural materials are made available plus participants can bring their own supplies. After viewing a diverse group of visual examples, we will speak briefly about using many sizes, shapes, and textures of objects which have personal significance to create a finished mask. These masks reflect the faces of Nature and do […]
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February 16, 2023

Getting to the Root of the Matter

This is an informative study of medicinal plants used by American Indians around Ft. Ancient, presented by Keith Bengston. As we revitalize our medicinal garden this year with new and different species, we will explore the vast knowledge of American Indian peoples in regards to how plants help humans. Did you know that Red Willow […]
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February 16, 2023

Wild Flower Discovery Tour CANCELLED

THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED. Enjoy the outdoors on this annual spring hike with Rick Hoffman, OCVN and other Ohio Certified Volunteer Naturalists. There will be a hike through the woods and prairie at Fort Ancient. Participants will learn about early spring flowers and plants. These are a sure sign that spring is here! General site […]
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February 16, 2023

Animals from Bark and Natural Objects

Join education specialist Pam Hall in using bark and other natural objects to make a 3-dimensional creation of animals, birds, insects etc. We will also be using glue, paint & other mixed media to create these realistic or fantasy constructions. Pam Hall earned her B.F.A. degree from Columbus College of Art & Design in Fine […]
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February 16, 2023

Mystic Giants Tree Tour of Spiegel Grove

View some of the larger trees at Spiegel Grove, estate of 19th U.S. President Rutherford and First Lady Lucy Hayes and an arboretum. Learn how to determine the age of trees and how trees effect their environment. Tickets are required and available at rbhayes.org. Afterward, stay for the free Verandah Concert. Tree tours of Spiegel […]
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February 16, 2023

Tree tour of Spiegel Grove

Walk the Spiegel Grove arboretum, the estate of 19th U.S. President Rutherford and First Lady Lucy Hayes, and learn about the different trees. Tickets are required and available at rbhayes.org. Tree tours of Spiegel Grove are sponsored by Charles & Dr. Mary Wonderly.
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February 16, 2023

Trees Named in Honor Tour of Spiegel Grove

Learn the stories of the people who visited Spiegel Grove who had trees named in their honor, and also learn about the trees themselves! Spiegel Grove is an arboretum and estate of 19th President Rutherford and First Lady Lucy Hayes. Tickets are required and available at rbhayes.org. Tree tours of Spiegel Grove are sponsored by […]
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February 16, 2023

Tree Tour of Spiegel Grove

Walk the arboretum of Spiegel Grove, estate of 19th President Rutherford and First Lady Lucy Hayes, and learn about the different trees. Tickets are required and available at rbhayes.org. Tree tours of Spiegel Grove are sponsored by Charles & Dr. Mary Wonderly.