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February 23, 2026

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 and Christmas tours of […]

February 23, 2026

Zoar and the Presidents

Learn and meet U.S. Presidents and other key historical figures who were active during Zoar’s era as a communal settlement from 1817 to 1898. Enjoy interactive demonstrations, Presidential speeches, and other activities alongside Zoar’s general museum tours and exhibits.

February 22, 2026

Zoar Agriculture Tours

Explore the rich farming heritage of the Zoar community on this guided tour highlighting the vital role agriculture played in the daily lives and success of the Separatists. Discover the location of historic barns, gardens and tools, and learn how communal farming practices sustained the village and shaped its unique way of life. A fascinating […]

February 22, 2026

Annual March-In

Come to Fort Laurens and celebrate the anniversary of the Continental Army's arrival at the site of Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort. Reenactors in period dress will march into the site of Fort Laurens just as the Continental forces did 250 years ago. Greet the soldiers as they march in, enjoy historically accurate demonstrations and […]

February 22, 2026

Discovering History—Mark Holbrook

Photography during the Civil War The American Civil War prompted photographers to take their cameras out of their studios in an effort to capture images of the war. The results changed perceptions of war and was a catalyst for an explosion of technology that would continue for decades. Paramount to the story of Civil War […]

February 22, 2026

Discovering History—Ric Sheffield

False Promises: The Struggle for Black Voting Rights in 1800’s Ohio In False Promises, the fight for Black voting rights in Ohio comes alive through narratives of men of color who defied the state’s nineteenth-century restrictions on suffrage. Though ratification of the Fifteenth Amendment ostensibly extended the franchise, state election laws still forced men of […]

February 22, 2026

History Roundtable with Mike Gilbert

Local historian Mike Gilbert shares fascinating stories of local and national history during this popular series, which takes place on six Saturdays in September and October. Pre-recorded virtual sessions also will be offered for those who cannot attend in-person. Each session is $5, or registrants can purchase all six for $25. Pre-registration and pre-payment for […]

February 22, 2026

Spirit Stories at Spiegel Grove

Enjoy a spooky evening at Spiegel Grove with lantern tours through the dark wooded grounds. Hear spine-chilling tales of ghosts, legends and other-worldly phenomena. Warm yourself by the campfire and enjoy popcorn, apple cider and hot chocolate. Lantern tours are offered from 7 to 10 p.m., with the last tour leaving at 9 p.m., and […]

February 22, 2026

Discovering History—Jann Adams

MYTHS AND MONUMENTS: ALLEGORICAL FIGURES INFLUENCING THE NATION We most often think of Uncle Sam as a symbol representing the United States, but long before him, women served the nation as allegorical figures or heroes. These seemingly embodiments of national personification served to shape and unify the culture, give directions about events and build patriotism. […]

February 22, 2026

Discovering History—Stephanie Bohnak

Gilded Age Gals: First Ladies from 1877 to 1900 This program offers an in-depth exploration of the First Ladies who served during the Gilded Age, a period marked by unprecedented economic growth, industrialization and social stratification in the United States. From Lucy Hayes to Ida McKinley, these women occupied a unique space at the intersection […]