Architecture Archives - Ohio History Connection

August 30, 2022

Union Terminal Rotunda Tours

Explore historic Union Terminal on a guided tour. Learn about its Art Deco art and architecture, its construction, history and reinvention as an award-winning multi-museum complex. Walk the catwalk above the building’s entrance, gaze at the towering tile mosaics in its grand Rotunda and search the marble walls for fossils.

August 12, 2022

From Art to Zinnias: Unique Tours of the Ohio Statehouse

The Ohio Statehouse is the seat of the state’s government. But it’s also a beautiful building with a great art collection, lovely grounds, and an incredible history. Join the Ohio Statehouse Museum and Education Center for a day of unique, topical tours that show off many different aspects of one of the oldest working capitols […]

August 12, 2022

Cincinnati Music Hall Tour

Friends of Music Hall presents FREE indoor building tours of this world-class historical landmark on Saturday, September 17 at 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Led by knowledgeable tour guides, this 75-minute tour explores a variety of private and public spaces in the recently revitalized Music Hall. Tours begin in the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Box Office […]

August 12, 2022

Open Doors: Discover the Otterbein Mausoleum

The Otterbein Mausoleum, dedicated November 30, 1924, sits along the southern bank of Otterbein Cemetery. As part of the Ohio Open Doors Program, the mausoleum doors will be open for visitors. The structure is 98 years old and is on the National Historical Register for its architectural style. Visitors will enjoy learning the history of […]

August 12, 2022

Open Doors: Discover Towers Hall at Otterbein University

Towers Hall is the oldest building at Otterbein University in Westerville. The building was designed by architect R.T. Brookes, who also designed the original Columbus City Hall. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Towers Hall is known for its Victorian Gothic architecture. As part of the Ohio History Connection’s Ohio Open Doors Program, […]

August 5, 2022

Open Doors at Hale Farm & Village

Enjoy an open doors day at Hale Farm & Village, a historic living history museum nestled in the heart of the beautiful Cuyahoga Valley! Free admission for the day will include special timed tours of the original 1825 Hale family homestead, ‘Old Brick’, as well as our 1840s village and gardens. Grounds and sites will […]

August 1, 2022

Galion Open Doors: Galion Public Library

Five historic sites in Galion will take part in the statewide Ohio Open Doors event on Saturday, Sept. 10. Discover Galion’s amazing heritage!

August 1, 2022

Open Doors: A Toast To Time – 2022

Join us at Piatt Castle Mac-A-Cheek to admire the architecture and artistry of this 1871 home and enchanting setting as we share plans to preserve the property, restore architectural details, and expand our vision for public programming.

August 1, 2022

Galion Open Doors: Gill House

Five historic sites in Galion will take part in the statewide Ohio Open Doors event on Saturday, Sept. 10. Discover Galion’s amazing heritage at: History Center Museum, Big Four Depot, Gill House, Galion Public Library, and Galion Community Theatre.

July 26, 2022

Open Doors: Explore an Amazing Opera House in a Small Ohio Village

Explore this fully restored 1878 Opera House on the upper floor of the Town Hall, located in the center of the South Charleston Historic District. Check out the dressing rooms beneath the stage. Look at the ornately decorated central dome in the center of the towering ceiling. Sit in the balcony and marvel at the […]