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February 19, 2026

Tying Up Loose Ends

Keith Bengtson will lead a comprehensive workshop on the art of American Indian textiles. Examples of Native plants used for fiber in the Midwest will be shown and processed. Participants will be able to make their own finger-woven sash. Materials will be provided. Examples of reproduced items will be on display along with reference materials […]

February 19, 2026

Wilderness Skills

Join outdoors expert Keith Bengston for an afternoon of hands-on learning at Fort Ancient! Discover traditional techniques for hunting, fishing, tanning, trapping and jerky making—skills once essential for survival in the natural world. This interactive program runs throughout the afternoon, so come ready to explore and learn. Dress for the weather—we’ll be outdoors! Included with […]

February 19, 2026

Night Hike

Join staff member Keith Bengtson for a Night Hike through the park. Learn about local nocturnal night life and the history of Fort Ancient. Keith Bengtson is a long-time employee of Ohio History Connection, former site manager of Fort Hill, Serpent Mound and SunWatch Indian Village. He currently works at Fort Ancient. Keith holds a […]

February 18, 2026

Harvest Gathering of the Crops

Staff will guide visitors through an exploration of historic cooking methods and ways of preserving foods. Demonstrations will include making hominy, stringing beans and grinding corn into corn meal. Guests may drop in to participate anytime between Noon and 4 p.m. in the museum garden.

February 16, 2026

Book Release and Book Talk with John Hancock

Join us to celebrate the release of The Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks by author John Hancock. From the publisher: "Experience 8 sacred earthworks of the ancient Hopewell culture with this breathtaking book featuring 250+ images and fascinating insights on Native American history. Between 1,600 and 2,000 years ago, Native American communities built monumental earthen enclosure complexes […]

February 15, 2026

Winter Solstice Sunrise Alignment

The Hopewell Culture is known for tracking both solar and lunar alignments in their earthen structures. Come watch the Winter Solstice sun rise through the solstice gap in the mound walls and observe the alignment with us! Gates open at 7:30 am. Sunrise is predicted to be around 7:50 am. A free museum tour will […]

February 15, 2026

First Lady Lucy Hayes’ Birthday Celebration

Enjoy complimentary treats in the museum lobby and free craft activities in the museum auditorium in honor of First Lady Lucy Hayes’ birthday, which is this month.

February 13, 2026

Gates and Trees Tour

See the many trees of Spiegel Grove and learn about their types and history during a variety of tree tours offered throughout the spring and summer. Tours last about an hour and cover different trees and topics ranging from giant trees to trees that President Rutherford B. Hayes and his descendants named in honor of […]

February 12, 2026

Ohio Village Muffins & Diamonds Vintage Base Ball Program Spring Seminar!

Love history? Love base ball? Discover how you can volunteer with the Ohio Village Muffins & Diamonds! Volunteers help bring 19th‑century base ball to life—donning period uniforms, taking the field for vintage games and sharing the rich history of the sport with fans. To RSVP for this informational seminar, please email Teresa Valencia at [email protected].

February 12, 2026

Frederick Douglass Speaks on American Democracy

Join a living history presenter portraying Frederick Douglass, a former slave turned writer, orator, abolitionist and civil rights leader for a conversation about the meaning of American democracy in the historic Hayes Home. During this program, Nathan M. Richardson will portray Douglass, who was born into slavery in Maryland, and share how Douglass escaped bondage […]