We're No. 1!
The Octagon Earthworks in Newark once again is in the national spotlight after being ranked the country's best new attraction for 2025 in USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.
The Octagon won the popular vote and was first among the 10 new attractions voted on by USA TODAY and Gannett readers. We are honored to receive so much public support.
Curious about how Ohio celebrated the nation's 100th and 200th birthdays? Learn more about Ohio's Centennial Spirit and how we have celebrated America's founding over the years.
Ready to cook up a holiday tradition? Learn more about artifacts related to baking cookies in the collections of the Ohio History Connection.
