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February 16, 2024

19th Century Independence Day Celebration

Celebrate Independence Day as they did in the 19th Century by transporting back to the 1800s. Witness a reading of a portion of the Declaration of Independence, a reading of patriotic poems, a presentation of the flag and a toast to George Washington. This event will be under the picnic pavilion behind the Visitor’s Center […]

February 13, 2024

Warren G. Harding Symposium

The 2024 Warren G. Harding Symposium will be held on July 19-20, 2024. The theme will be Taft, Wilson and Harding: First Ladies of Consequence. This exciting event will feature outstanding scholars and historians focusing on a remarkable group of American First Ladies, each of whom faced difficult challenges and were able to leave an […]

February 8, 2024

World Heritage: What Does It Mean for Ohio?

You’re inscribed, great! Now what? Please mark your calendars for a free-wheeling discussion about what World Heritage inscription means for the communities where the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks sites are located. Joining our own Chief Historic Sites Officer, Jennifer Aultman, in conversation will be Brent Lane, from Ohio University’s Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Service. […]

January 25, 2024

The Impact of World Heritage in Our Community with Melody Young

What impact will the World Heritage designation of the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks have on our community? Join the executive director of the Chillicothe Visitor’s Bureau, Melody Young, as she discusses this. Admission to this event is free. For more information, please email [email protected] or call (740).772.1500.

January 25, 2024

Children’s Nature Scavenger Hunt

Adena Mansion and Gardens will become the place for little explorers to use their skills to hunt different items in nature. Children will get to explore the Worthington estate while learning about nature. Admission for this event is free, and children ages 5 and up are welcome and must have a parent or chaperone accompany […]

January 25, 2024

“Base Ball”: Adena Worthingtons vs Ohio Village Muffins

Play Ball! The Adena Worthingtons will challenge The Ohio Village Muffins in a doubleheader exhibition of vintage baseball played by 19th-century rules. The first game begins at 11 a.m. and will occur at the VA Memorial Stadium. The second game will start at 3 p.m, at Adena Mansion and Gardens, and is free and open […]

January 25, 2024

Skip into Art with Steve Patrick

Join us and Steve Patrick as we continue to honor Skip Hathaway and her love of art with Skip into Art. This art class is for children ages five and up, and children must have a parent or chaperone with them. Admission to this event is free, and we will provide the art supplies. For […]

January 25, 2024

Heirloom Plant Sale

It’s that time again! Adena Mansion and Gardens’ Annual Heirloom Plant Sale is here once again. Our sale focuses on heirloom plants that are varieties raised and passed on before the advent of industrial farming. Many plants go back at least as far as Worthington’s time, with varieties of flowers, tomatoes, vegetables and herbs that […]

January 23, 2024

Autumn Equinox Harvest Dinner: A Farm-to-Table Experience – POSTPONED

This event is postponed until 2025. Please visit the Adena Mansion & Gardens Facebook page or website to see when a new date is posted. The Autumn Equinox is a time of balance and transition. It occurs when the Earth’s axis is not tilted toward or away from the sun. On this day, we get […]

January 23, 2024

Solar Eclipse 2024 Events

Join us for eclipse-themed events and exhibits around the state! View full list here.