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January 4, 2024

Animals from Nature

Participants will use bark and other natural objects to make a 3 dimensional creation of animals, birds, insects etc. We will be using glue, paint, and other mixed media to create these realistic or fantasy constructions. Pre-registration required. $5.00 supply fee General site admission applies for non-members. Regular site admission: $7/Adults, $6/Children (6-17) and Seniors […]

January 4, 2024

Maple Syrup–Tap That

In this program, staff will give a brief discussion of the history of maple syrup, as well as instruction on the whole process of making this sweet treat. The program will include a brief discussion of Native, colonial, traditional and modern techniques of creating maple syrup, as well as a display of historic techniques showing […]

December 28, 2023

MEMBER VIP: Ohio Quilts from Settlement to 1860

Join us for this members-only webinar that provides a glimpse into the Ohio History Connection’s collection of historic quilts. History Curator and Curatorial Department Manager Becky Preiss Odom, PhD, will be sharing quilts and the history of quilting from settlement to 1860.

December 28, 2023

MEMBER VIP: Get to Know Cedar Bog Nature Preserve

Join us on Tues., Sept. 24 for this members-only webinar. We’ll be joined by Madison Brown, Cedar Bog preserve manager, for an in-depth look at the history of the site and why it’s home to 40 percent of the rare and endangered species in Ohio. Come learn what makes this place so special!

December 28, 2023

MEMBER VIP: Get to Know Fort Ancient Earthworks & Nature Preserve

Join us on Tues., May 21 for this members-only webinar. We’ll be joined by Bill Kennedy, site manager and archaeologist, for an introduction to Fort Ancient Earthworks & Nature Preserve, part of the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks World Heritage site. Bill will talk to us about the significance of the site and how it fits in […]

December 28, 2023

Architectural Tour of the Ohio History Center

Join us for a members-only architectural tour of the Ohio History Center with Barb Powers of the State Historic Preservation Office. Barb will share her knowledge about this prime example of Brutalist architecture during this hour-long tour. If you’ve always wondered about our unique building, this is the tour for you!

December 28, 2023

Architectural Tour of the Ohio History Center

December 20, 2023

Ghost Tours

Spend a spooky evening in Historic Zoar Village! Travel through the 200+ year-old town and listen by lantern light as guides tell the haunted tales involving Historic Zoar Village. Learn about supernatural encounters shared by staff, visitors and residents of Zoar. The tours are one hour long and free refreshments are available in the Zoar […]

December 19, 2023

Zoar Antiques Show

Visit Historic Zoar Village during its annual Antiques Show where visitors can shop from high quality artisans and antique dealers, enjoy the juried craft and art show and tour historic buildings. Visitors will also learn new skills from a variety of historic demonstrators such as weaving, spinning, blacksmithing, butter churning and kraut making. The Antiques […]

December 19, 2023

2024 Total Solar Eclipse

Witness the absolute wonder of a total solar eclipse in the hometown of Apollo 11 astronaut Neil Armstrong! With 3 minutes and 56 seconds of totality, the Armstrong Air & Space Museum has some of the longest viewing time in the State of Ohio. Totality will begin at 3:09 p.m. on Monday, April 8. The […]