Exhibit Archives - Ohio History Connection

April 10, 2026

Special exhibit “The Good Death: Cemeteries and the Art of Mourning in Victorian America”

Americans in Rutherford B. Hayes’s era were obsessed with death. From death masks to photographs of deceased loved ones to hair jewelry from the dearly departed, the Victorians saw beauty in a “good death” and embraced momento mori as a constant reminder that dying is a universal, inevitable reality. “The Good Death: Cemeteries and the […]

April 7, 2026

Spirit of the Centennials

In 2026, the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding. Numerous events are planned both locally and nationally to commemorate the occasion. Similar events were planned for celebrations in 1876 and 1976. Tying both anniversaries together is Ohio artist, Archibald Willard and his painting, “Spirit of ‘76.” It was produced for the […]

April 2, 2026

Special exhibit: Wounded Warrior Dogs

The sculptures of artist James Mellick will be on display in this special exhibit paying tribute to the dogs that have served with American Armed Forces. This exhibit is part of the America 250 Celebration. More details to come. Access to this exhibit is included with regular admission. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums members are […]

February 23, 2026

“Hayes Train Special” Model Train Display

This operating model train display runs through an intricate Victorian holiday scene. Interactive buttons allow visitors to control aspects of the trains’ movements along the winding, multi-tiered layout. Access to the “Hayes Train Special” is free, although donations will be accepted. The “Hayes Train Special” will be open through Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027. The “Hayes […]

January 30, 2026

Joyce Hannon Followed Her Dream

McCook House Museum features the accomplishments of Joyce Hannon, who developed a promising property in Carroll County into a popular "destination." Although the Bluebird Farm restaurant is currently closed, Susie's Doll Museum remains open for tours by appointment, which can be arranged by contacting the Carroll County Park District office at 330.627.8046 or [email protected]. To […]

January 16, 2026

Spring Plant Sale

Come to Adena Mansion and Gardens to stock your garden and flowerbed! Our sale focuses on heirloom plant varieties, before the introduction of industrial farming, with some modern varieties available as well! There will be a selection of flowers, vegetables and herbs available for purchase at the Adena Visitors Center. This year’s sale begins on […]

October 10, 2025

Special exhibit: “Welcome to the World’s Fair: Philadelphia 1776”

When a handful of colonists declared their independence from Great Britain in 1776, no one was certain how their democratic experiment would fare. In 1876, one hundred years later, the growing United States celebrated the success of that experiment in grand fashion. The Philadelphia Centennial Exposition was a world’s fair that demonstrated the young American […]

September 18, 2025

Village Visions

Step into the story of Ohio Village—where the past meets the future, in Gallery 4 of the Ohio History Center.Celebrate the rich history of the Village and collaborate with us to create the next chapter of Ohio Village, opening Summer 2026!

August 23, 2025

Armstrong Museum Holiday Lights

For over ten years now, the Armstrong Air & Space Museum has been inaugurating the holiday season by illuminating our grounds with a vast array of festive and colorful lights known as the Holiday Lights Display. The overall exhibition contains a multitude of aviation and space-themed displays made from tens of thousands of vibrant LED […]

July 11, 2025

Beyond Paul: Alice Dunbar Nelson’s Life and Legacy

Join the National Park Service, Ohio History Connection and the University of Delaware by exploring a new exhibit on Alice Dunbar, featured this summer at the Paul Laurence Dunbar House Visitor Center. Born July 19, 1875, in New Orleans, Alice Dunbar Nelson navigated a world that attempted to limit the success of Black people, especially […]