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December 30, 2024

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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December 27, 2024

Third Friday Fort Ancient Archaeology Tour

Take a walk through the museum and grounds of Fort Ancient with Archaeologist Bill Kennedy of the Ohio History Connection. This walking tour gives an overview of pre-contact American Indians in and at Fort Ancient: one of the most outstanding and best-preserved Hopewell earthworks. Please meet in the lobby in front of the museum gift […]

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December 27, 2024

Getting to the Root of the Matter

This is an informative study of medicinal plants used by American Indians around Fort Ancient. As we revitalize our medicinal garden this year with new and different species, we will explore the vast knowledge of American Indian peoples in regard to how plants help humans. Did you know that Red Willow has the same natural […]

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December 27, 2024

Murder at the Museum: An Ordeal of Historic Proportions

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! Join us for ANOTHER Murder Mystery on March 22! Join us at Campus Martius Museum for an evening of dinner and death with some of your favorite historical celebs, courtesy of Paskawych Entertainment. Doors open at 5:30, dinner at 6:00 PM. You are cordially invited to dine at Campus Martius […]

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December 27, 2024

Maple Syrup—Tap That

In this program, Keith Bengtson will give a brief discussion of the history of maple syrup, as well as instructions on the making of this sweet treat. The program will include discussion of Native, colonial, traditional and modern techniques of creating maple syrup as well as a display of historic techniques showing how people tapped […]

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December 27, 2024

Statehood Day

Join fellow history lovers at the Ohio Statehouse to celebrate Ohio's birthday, the 200th Anniversary of the Ohio & Erie Canal and the state's connection, past and present, to the world. In commemoration of Ohio’s founding, we invite you to join us for our annual Statehood Day event. The state’s birthday serves as an appropriate […]

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December 27, 2024

Animals From Nature

Participants will use bark and other natural objects to make a 3-dimensional creation of animals, birds and insects. We will be using glue, paint and other mixed media to create these realistic or fantasy constructions. Pre-registration required. $5 supply fee for all participants. General site admission also applies for nonmembers. Regular site admission: $7/Adult, $6/Child […]

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December 27, 2024

Walking Tour: African American History along the Cincinnati Riverfront

Explore the deep significance of the Ohio River for Cincinnati's African American history of resistance, achievement, and leadership from the 1800s through the 20th century. Connect to the history of Margaret Garner, Marian Spencer, James Bradley, Cincinnati's Black Brigade and more. This walk will last just under 2 hours. Starts at the John Augustus Roebling […]

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December 19, 2024

Walking Tour: Abolitionists & African Americans in Walnut Hills

Did you know that Underground Railroad conductors, Olympic gold medalists, internationally famous authors and a myriad of small businesses have all thrived in Walnut Hills throughout its history? Learn about the women and men who built and invested in this neighborhood for the past 200 years. ​This walk will last just under 2 hours. Starts […]

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December 19, 2024

Finding Your African American Ancestors: Yes, You Can!

Have you always wanted to dig into your African American roots, but didn’t know where to start? Tune in to this virtual session to learn the basics of Black genealogy, with tips and tools to get you started, common misconceptions to avoid and resources for digging deeper. You’ll log off with a better understanding of […]