#America250Ohio Archives - Ohio History Connection

February 16, 2026

American Heritage Timeline

Come meet American soldiers spanning across several pivotal wars, notable people from the Revolutionary War and key signers of the Declaration of Independence at Fort Laurens, Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort. Additionally, enjoy a duel between General Lachlan McIntosh vs. Button Quinette. For more information, contact Fort Laurens at 330.874.2059 or visit the website at […]

February 12, 2026

Frederick Douglass Speaks on American Democracy

Join a living history presenter portraying Frederick Douglass, a former slave turned writer, orator, abolitionist and civil rights leader for a conversation about the meaning of American democracy in the historic Hayes Home. During this program, Nathan M. Richardson will portray Douglass, who was born into slavery in Maryland, and share how Douglass escaped bondage […]

January 20, 2026

America 250 Celebration

Step back in time at the Adena Mansion & Gardens, for an America 250 Celebration brought to you by the Nathaniel Massie Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Ross County Visitors Bureau. Experience the sights and sounds of the 18th century through artillery demonstrations, musket and rifle drills, soldiers' kit presentations […]

January 16, 2026

Explore! Series: Seeing Space

As part of the museum’s America 250 celebration, guests can enjoy two fun, space-themed activity sessions in the STEM Center and take a guided gallery tour led by a trained museum staff member. The solar viewing activity begins at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., the Webb Space Telescope origami lesson begins at Noon and 3 […]

January 16, 2026

Explore! Series: Rockets Red Glare

As part of the museum’s America 250 celebration, guests will have the opportunity to build their own model rocket and learn the science behind it. Take a guided gallery tour led by a trained museum staff member as well. Rocket classes begin at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and are limited to 20 participants. Registration […]

January 16, 2026

America 250 – Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Social

Down home music and dance will accompany a good old fashioned ice cream social at the Johnston Farm as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of this great nation! Enjoy a free ice cream as you learn about the John Johnston family's Revolutionary inheritance and the ideals passed down to their next generation.

January 16, 2026

Memorial Day Commemoration

Fort Meigs is the burial ground for hundreds of War of 1812 casualties. Ceremonies here visit each of the monuments on the fort grounds to pay tribute to the fallen. Speeches, music, flag raising and historic military demonstrations dot the occasion as the city parade culminates at the reconstructed 19th century military post.

January 16, 2026

The Land of US Grant: US Grant Days 2026

Tuesday, April 21 7 p.m. Ohio Goes to the Movies “Grant” In partner with the Brown County Public Library, America 250-Ohio, Ohio Goes to the Movies, and the Gaslight Theater. Presented at the Gaslight Theater, Georgetown, Ohio Thursday, April 23 7:30 p.m. “The Life and Legacy of Ulysses S. Grant” by Chris Burns United […]

January 16, 2026

Blazes in the Woods

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of our country, Historian Keith Bengtson of Fort Ancient will explain why the Fort Ancient Earthworks really began in what is now Virginia. Fort Ancient sits on the far western edge of the Virginia Military district of the late 1700s. He will have an 18th Century surveyors camp set […]

January 16, 2026

Zoar Towpath Trail History Tours

Walk the scenic Ohio and Erie Towpath Trail between Zoar and Fort Laurens, Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort, while exploring the rich history of the Ohio & Erie Canal. This guided tour highlights the canal’s vital role in the growth of Zoar, a thriving communal village. Learn how the canal shaped commerce, travel and daily […]