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August 24, 2022

UNESCO World Heritage Open House at Newark Earthworks

Explore this remnant of a 2,000 year-old complex that is the largest set of geometric earthworks ever known.

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, […]

August 22, 2022

Appraisal Clinic

Wonder if grandma left you with something of value or is it a dust collector? Don’t know exactly what the object is or what its use was? Bring your heirlooms, garage sale purchases, or sentimental objects and find out if they should be insured or just enjoyed for the memories. Through years of experience, supported […]

August 22, 2022

Digging the Past Archaeology Day

October is Archaeology Month in Ohio and we plan to celebrate! Not only will we be exploring archaeology, but we will also be looking at different aspects of geology and changes to the earth due to erosion, sedimentation, and deposition. This program is great for any student or adult interested in Archaeology! Campus Martius will […]

August 22, 2022

Dressing for the Occasion: Clothing Styles of the Ohio Company on the Ohio Frontier (River and Country Lecture Series)

Moving to the remote and unsettled regions of the Ohio Company purchase in the 1780’s required much planning and decision-making. The essential supplies had to be chosen carefully due to the distance traveled and space allowed in various modes of transportation. However, what shall I wear? Always a perplexing question. With speaker Bill Reynolds, this […]

August 22, 2022

Brown Baggin’ Thru History

Join us with your brown bag lunch as we discuss the largest conical Adena burial mound, Grave Creek Mound. Presented from an archaeologist’s perspective by current Cultural Program Coordinator, Andrea Keller, details of the mound’s excavation and revelations will be addressed. This program is free thanks to the generous support of the Washington County Public […]

August 22, 2022

Brunch with Mark Twain

Cost: $30 per person (reservations required) Come and support the museums while on board the Valley Gem Sternwheeler. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, 2 hour cruise on the Valley Gem Sternwheeler, and live entertainment by Mark Twain. A 50/50 drawing will be available on board! Reservations required by September 16, 2022 Book now online or contact […]

August 22, 2022

Playing the Past: Steel Worker for a Day

Entrepreneurship and Ohio history combine in this fun role-playing program led by museum staff. Program includes a tour of the museum. Pack a sack lunch. Badge connections: NEW Brownie Budget Builder, NEW Junior Budget Maker, Junior Playing the Past, NEW Cadette My Dream Budget (badges not included). Review how to budget whilst role-playing workers of […]

August 22, 2022

Poetry in the Mills

Grab your favorite pen and notebook and get ready to create some poetry as you travel back in time! Explore the Youngstown Historical Center of Industry & Labor’s maps, immigration records, and photographs to learn about Michael McGovern, Ohio’s very own “puddler poet.” You’ll discover the kind of work he did in the steel mills […]

August 22, 2022

Apfelfest

Zoar was once described as a village in an apple orchard. Join us for a weekend filled with apples, apple cider, apple treats, demonstrations, fall related vendors, and more! Activities will include: Cider pressing, Apple butter demonstrations, Apple pies in the Bakery, Apple cider, Mum Sale, Kid’s crafts, Archery (Saturday only), Farm animals (Sunday only), […]