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January 28, 2025

Christmas in Zoar

Experience Historic Zoar Village in all its Christmas splendor! Listen to live, festive music as you learn about early American and German holiday traditions. Other activities include horse-drawn wagon rides through the town, a Saturday church service and tree lighting, and visits from Kristkind, the German Belsnickel and Santa. Self-guided tours of the village will […]

December 27, 2024

Third Friday 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 […]

December 27, 2024

Statehood Day

Join us for our celebration of Ohio Statehood Day this year at the Ohio Statehouse: From Statehood to Semiquincentennial! Ohio Statehood Day 2026 marks more than 223 years of history—it bridges our founding as the 17th state in 1803 to the nation’s 250th anniversary. This theme invites Ohioans to reflect on the state’s pioneering role […]

December 6, 2024

MEMBER VIP: Get to Know the Ohio Historical Marker Program

Join Laura Russell, Historical Markers Program manager, to learn about the nearly 1,800 markers that tell the unique stories of the people, places, things and events that helped shape Ohio and its communities.

November 6, 2024

Zoar Civil War Reenactment

Ohio's largest Civil War reenactment returns in 2025 as reenactors "invade" Historic Zoar Village in a recreation of the Battle of Appomattox. This year commemorates the 23rd anniversary of the Zoar Civil War event and the 160th anniversary of the Battle of Appomattox. The reenactment takes place on both Saturday (at 2 p.m.) and Sunday […]

November 6, 2024

Civil War School Day

Learn about life on the Civil War battlefield at Historic Zoar Village’s Civil War School Day! Students will discover how the Separatists of Zoar and citizens of the Union lived during this historical conflict. Meet Civil War legends, watch cavalry and artillery demonstrations, participate in hands-on activities and tour Historic Zoar Village's museum buildings. This […]

November 6, 2024

Zoar Antiques Show

Considered Ohio’s fastest-growing antique shows in terms of attendance, Historic Zoar Village’s Antiques and Artisan Show features high-quality antiques and juried artisan works. Shop from over 60 dealers, artisans and folk artists throughout the village showcasing Americana, country, primitives, stoneware, furniture, metalwork designs, watercolor painting and much more. Additionally, a variety of historic demonstrators will […]

October 11, 2024

Night at the Museum

Here's your chance to experience the Ohio History Center museum after hours and see whether our exhibits really do come to life! This family event promises to entertain children and adults alike. Dozens of different characters will be roaming the museum, and you can learn all about their unique place in Ohio history. Grab an autograph book […]

October 11, 2024

Presidents Day at the Ohio History Center

Celebrate Presidents Day at the Ohio History Center! Explore Ohio’s rich presidential history through our collections, a special exhibit on voting rights, and a special talk by Sherry Hall, retired Site Manager for the Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites. Included with regular museum admission, but advance registration recommended. 1 p.m. - Warren G. Harding Talk The […]

October 11, 2024

The Tea Room

*Please note: this event has been moved from Feb. 14 to Feb. 21, 2026. Enjoy a gathering over tea to celebrate the African American community by engaging in artistic expression, storytelling, dialogue and cultural reflection. Join us for a “pop-up” version of the Queens of the Heartland exhibit at the Ohio History Center. A discussion […]