#America250Ohio Archives - Ohio History Connection

January 20, 2026

America 250 Event

Step back in time at the Adena Mansion & Gardens, for the America 250 Celebration with the Brigade of the American Revolution, Northwest Department. Experience the sights and sounds of the 18th century through artillery demonstrations, musket and rifle drills, soldier’s kit presentations and period military music. Visitors can explore hands-on exhibits, children’s games, cooking […]

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 […]

January 14, 2026

1812 – Grand Tactical

The Grand Tactical is the largest gathering of living historians for the War of 1812 in the nation. It is held every two years in the United States. Fort Meigs is the honored host for America's 250th Anniversary. There are military camps to tour, marching and drill demonstrations, historical music, lectures, tactical demonstrations and battle […]

January 14, 2026

Mark Twain, America’s Greatest Humorist

Author of several books on Mark Twain, Mark Dawdziak of Cuyahoga Falls, visits the McCook House Museum to discuss the great humorist's ties to Ohio. Excerpts from Twain's own writing will be included. Historian Ken Burns once said, "Nobody gets Mark Twain the way Mark Dawidziak does. Reservations not required; donation only. Bring lawn chairs.