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September 30, 2022

Book Talk: Women’s American Football: Breaking Barriers On and Off the Field

Included with museum admission. Tackle football has been primarily viewed as a male sport, but at a time when men’s participation rates are decreasing, an increasing number of women are entering the gridiron-and they have a long history of doing so. Women’s American Football is a narrative history of girls and women participating in American […]

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August 24, 2022

Newark Earthworks Remnants Walking Tour

Join Jeff Gill for a walking tour of the “lost portions” of the Newark Earthworks – those that generally go unnoticed in the city of Newark. The tour will start in front of the museum at the Great Circle Earthworks, covering about three miles of mostly level terrain on public sidewalks. Dress for the weather, […]

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July 21, 2022

First Friday Great Circle Tour

Take a tour of the Great Circle Earthwork with our Senior Archaeologist, Brad Lepper on the first Friday every month, April–November. Hear about the genius behind the construction and purpose of the Great Circle and its inclusion in the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks World Heritage Site. The Great Circle is part of the Newark Earthworks. This […]

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July 14, 2022

Ohio Archaeology Day

This event is free, though advance tickets are recommended. Dig into history with Ohio History Connection’s annual Archaeology Day! Explore Ohio’s past with archaeologists from across the state. Learn what it takes to be an archaeologist, participate in a mock dig onsite and hear from experts in the field. Activities will include presentations, partner booths […]

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July 7, 2022

¡Celebrando! – Community Discussion

This event is free to the public; advanced ticketing purchase is available and recommended. We are uniting with cultural organizations from around America to pay tribute to the generations of Latine and Hispanic Americans who have enriched our nation and society. Join us as we learn about Latino heritage from the perspectives of Ohioans with […]

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June 25, 2022

Ohio Cup Vintage Base Ball Festival

Over the Labor Day weekend 25+ vintage base ball teams converge on the grounds of the Ohio History Center for some good old fashioned base ball games!

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May 25, 2022

Summer Solstice at Serpent Mound

Serpent Mound is a National Historic Landmark built by the ancient American Indians of Ohio. The effigy mound in the form of a snake with a curved tail has become an icon of Indigenous cultural achievements, primarily because of its enormous scale. It’s also on the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List (whc.unesco.org/en/tentativelists/5248/) for consideration as […]

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May 20, 2022

Juneteenth – Jubilee Day Festival

Now a federal holiday, Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.

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May 20, 2022

Crime and Corruption

Join us as we explore the seedy side of history with Crime & Corruption! Bring the entire family and engage with fun activities linked to Ohio’s diverse and unique criminal past.

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May 20, 2022

History Mythbusting

Join us as we dig into the most common myths and misconceptions the 19th century has to offer!