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June 11, 2025

The General Speaks: West Point to Jefferson Barracks

Free tours at Grant Homestead & School from 10 a.m.–Noon (Also visit 4 Grant murals and 2 Grant statues, and grab some lunch!) “The General Speaks” from 1–3 p.m. Gaslight Theater, 110 E. State Street, Georgetown, OH 45121 Topic: “West Point to Jefferson Barracks” and Q&A Presented by Dr. Curt Fields as General Ulysses […]

June 10, 2025

Reading from the President’s Library Book Club

Read books by some of President Rutherford B. Hayes’ favorite authors and novels with modern interpretations of those stories with the Reading from the President’s Library Book Club. This book club is a partnership between the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums and Birchard Public Library in Fremont, and is taking place in conjunction with Hayes […]

June 10, 2025

Nature Trails into History: Explore the Past Through Nature

Journey through time and discover the Ohio Country as it once was! Join us for Nature Trails into History, an immersive hike that blends the rich history of Schoenbrunn Village with the natural world that shaped its early community. Explore the landscapes that 18th-century travelers once walked, learn about the vital connection between nature and […]

June 1, 2025

Discovering History—The Music of the Civil War

This program shares some of the most popular tunes of the Civil War from both sides of the conflict. The music is presented in a chronological format, with the story of each song, and what is happening in the Civil War at the same time. We will cover some of the popular patriotic tunes, melancholy […]

May 27, 2025

MEMBER VIP: Archival and Archaeological Collections from Fort Ancient Earthworks & Nature Preserve

For Ohio Archaeology Month, join collections staff Matt Benz and Sara Polk to learn about objects, manuscripts and audiovisual material relating to one of the many remarkable archaeological sites in the Ohio History Connection's site system. Discover how these diverse collections represent Ohio’s deep history.

May 27, 2025

Road Trip Club: Armstrong Air & Space Museum—SOLD OUT

This event is SOLD OUT. If you would like to be added to the waiting list, please contact the Membership Department at 800.686.1545 or [email protected]. Join us for this members-only insider tour of the Armstrong Air & Space Museum! First, we’ll hear a presentation by the Armstrong staff historian, Greg Brown, followed by a guided […]

May 20, 2025

Big Darby Creek Stream Exploration & Lecture

This program will be split into two separate sessions. Pre-registration is required to take part in both sessions. There is no pre-registration fee, but general museum admission is required upon entry to the August 9 lecture. Session 1: August 9 at 1 p.m.—Introductory lecture at the Ohio History Center Learn about the Big and Little Darby […]

May 19, 2025

Once Upon Ohio

Once Upon Ohio Celebrate a day of children’s literature! Perfect for young children and their families, this program features stories, including some by Ohio authors and illustrators, with engaging elements such as songs, rhymes and movement, fostering early literacy skills and enhancing language development in a dynamic and entertaining manner. The Ohio History Center […]

May 12, 2025

Ohio History Connection Annual Meeting: Midsummer at the Octagon SOLD OUT

This event is SOLD OUT. If you'd like to be added to the waiting list, please email the Membership Department at [email protected] or call 800.686.1545. Join us at the Octagon Earthworks for the best evening of the year—now located at a UNESCO World Heritage Site! We'll start the evening with a discussion between Dr. Ray […]

May 5, 2025

MEMBER VIP: Get to Know Serpent Mound

Join us as we talk with Bill Kennedy, archaeologist and Serpent Mound site manager, about this amazing earthwork. We'll get an overview of pre-contact American Indians in Ohio and at Serpent Mound.