Events Calendar
250 Buckeye Train & Transportation Celebration Launch Event at Dennison Depot – June 26, 2025
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All America 250-Ohio Events
Join communities across Ohio in commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with events that honor the past and ignite the future. From festivals and historical reenactments to art exhibitions and civic conversations, the Events Calendar is your guide to statewide moments of inspiration and celebration. Explore upcoming events and be part of history in the making.
January 2026
Time Travel TrailButlerMulti-day
Celebrate America250 in Butler County, Ohio! Butler County invites you to join us in honoring America’s Semiquincentennial with local stories, special events, and experiences including an exclusive Time Travel Trail featuring 47 sites. Journey through time to Butler County’s fascinating historic sites and landmarks and earn a commemorative custom America250 Butler County plush eagle for […]
01 Jan - 30 Dec
12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Throughout Butler County
Throughout Butler County
Crane Township Self-Guided Driving History TourPauldingMulti-day
As America marks 250 years, this tour invites you to see how Crane Township became part of the larger American story, shaped by the same forces of settlement, growth, conflict, and community.
01 Jan - 31 Dec
12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Crane Township, Paulding County, Ohio
Crane Township, Paulding County, Ohio
February 2026
Seneca County Historical Display CasesMulti-day
Visit the Tiffin-Seneca Library to see displays relating to native Ohio trees, Ohio Goes to the Movies, Bicentennial 1976, Seneca County military and immigration.
01 Feb - 31 Dec
9:30 am
Tiffin-Seneca Public Library
77 Jefferson St
In This Place Core ExhibitionMulti-day
New core exhibition by the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center located on the first floor that explores the significance of Cincinnati’s history as it relates to the Underground Railroad. It also explores the connection between the Underground Railroad and contemporary social justice movements. Gallery features a short film, interactive tables, and artifacts.
01 Feb - 31 Dec
10:00 am
50 East Freedom Way Cincinnati, OH 45202
Hollywood on the Cuyahoga: Northeast Ohio and the MoviesMulti-day
Join us at Hollywood on the Cuyahoga: Northeast Ohio and the Movies, where the region's contributions to the film industry will be showcased.
01 Feb - 31 Oct
10:00 am
WBTC America 250 Illumination CelebrationMulti-day
WBTC The Tusk 101.9FM is launching our “America 250 Illumination Celebration” – a county & community-wide lighting celebration for America 250! We’re calling on every neighborhood, business, farm, church, and organization to illuminate the county with a patriotic glow. Grab those red, white, and blue lights, decorations, flags, and more and let’s light up TUSK […]
01 Feb - 30 Dec
6:50 pm
March 2026
250 Scavenger Hunt: Sylvania, OHMulti-day
Can you find all 250 sites throughout Sylvania? Follow along each month and join us as we hunt for 250 sites around Sylvania. Answer the challenging questions about each and submit your finds to Heritage Sylvania for the chance to win a prize! A new set of images will be released each month starting in […]
01 Mar - 31 Dec
All Day
Sylvania Area
Americans in Motion – rotating exhibitMontgomeryMulti-day
Throughout the year, Wright Library will showcase America’s history of movement and transportation – and the inventors and innovators behind the progress – through rotating exhibits and engagement activities for kids K-5 and families. March: “The Transportation Revolution” (1826-1875) – visitors will learn about America’s triumphs, such as steamboats and railways, and its tragedies, including […]
01 Mar - 30 Nov
10:00 am
1776 Far Hills Ave. Oakwood, OH 45419
April 2026
The History of Voting DisplayHockingMulti-day
Simply enjoy a drive by the Board of Elections building to check out a full exterior window display, and learn our history of voting rights and how things have changed over the years
01 Apr - 31 Dec
8:00 am
93 West Hunter Street, Logan, Ohio 43138
The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies’ Progress and PowerStarkMulti-day
From the nation’s earliest days to the modern era, First Ladies have shaped American history through advocacy, diplomacy, and cultural influence. The Eras Exhibit will take visitors on an immersive journey through the evolving role of these women across the many eras of the American historical timeline, showcasing how they have redefined leadership, championed social […]
01 Apr - 30 Apr
9:00 am
205 Market Ave. S
Pro Football and the American SpiritStarkMulti-day
America 250 at the Pro Football Hall of Fame honors the players, coaches, and contributors who served the United States during times of military conflict. Located in the Pro Football Today gallery, the exhibit features powerful artifacts tied to World War II, the Korean and Vietnam Wars, Desert Storm, 9/11, and the War on Terror. […]
01 Apr - 31 Dec
9:00 am
2121 George Halas Dr. NW, Canton, Ohio, 44708
Thirteen Moons in 1776 – Life along Turkeyfoot Creek. New Exhibit!FultonMulti-day
As part of the America 250-Ohio celebration, a spectacular exhibit is now open at the Museum of Fulton County in Wauseon, Ohio. “Thirteen Moons in 1776 – Life along Turkeyfoot Creek,” features life throughout one year in the land we now call Fulton County. As visitors explore the new exhibit they will travel through one […]
01 Apr - 31 Dec
10:00 am
8848 St. Rt. 108, Wauseon, OH 43567
May 2026
Driving tourMulti-day
Driving tour of important and historical buildings, homes, cemeteries, murals, century farms throughout Brown County.
01 May - 30 Dec
12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Brown County
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Worthington History WalkFranklinMulti-day
The Worthington History Walk is an outdoor gallery in the historic district featuring 22 historical photographs from the Worthington Historical Society archive that picture Worthington throughout its almost 250 year existence. The History Walk will be on view May through October, and is brought to you as part of Ohio’s America 250 celebrations, and is […]
01 May - 31 Oct
12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Old Worthington Historic District
777 High Street, Worthington, OH 43085
America 250 Art & History ExhibitPrebleMulti-day
Our America 250 Exhibit combines original America 250-themed artwork with books and a large (over 2000 square feet) photo/picture collage recounting Americas history from Pre-Columbus-days to present. The Exhibit includes the artists view of Americas 250 greatest people and events, and encourages guests to consider their own selection of Americas 250 greatest people and events. […]
01 May - 03 Oct
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
The Joy & Whimsy Depot
200 W. Dayton St., Lewisburg, OH 45338
The Families That Built AkronSummitMulti-day
On display in the Dining Room of the Stan Hywet Manor House, The Families That Built Akron explores the stories of the people whose lives, work, and traditions helped shape Akron. Created in honor of Americas 250th anniversary and Akrons bicentennial, the exhibit traces Akrons evolution from canal town to industrial powerhouse through the families […]
23 May - 13 Sep
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
714 N. Portage Path Akron, Ohio 44303
June 2026
Time Travel TrailButlerMulti-day
The Time Travel Trail will take you on a journey throughout Butler County and throughout history. The trail includes 47 sites featuring historic sites and landmarks. Explore history through the lens of education, aviation, automotive, broadcasting, and so much more. Check in at 10 locations with the digital pass to earn a custom America250 Butler […]
01 Jun - 31 Dec
8:00 am
Butler County, Ohio - 47 Historic Sites
Share Your Story: Oral History InterviewsMahoningMulti-day
As part of Ohio’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States in 2026, The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will be collecting oral histories to preserve and share with the community our Digital Archive website.
01 Jun - 31 Dec
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County
Driving Forces: The Lincoln Highway JourneyStarkMulti-day
The nation’s first dedicated automobile route runs coast-to-coast through Massillon. Driving Forces is an exploration of the Lincoln Highway history and its symbolic significance, marking Massillon’s 200th anniversary and America 250. The event is free to the public.
01 Jun - 18 Oct
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
121 Lincoln Way East, Massillon, Ohio, 44646
The Families That Built AkronSummitMulti-day
This collaborative community exhibit aims to highlight the everyday people of Akron’s 200-year history and discuss the many ways that Akron residents have shaped the city’s culture and identity. The exhibit will incorporate photographs, objects, and other materials shared by Akron residents interested in the project. The goal of the exhibit is to inspire visitors […]
01 Jun - 13 Sep
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
714 N. Portage Path Akron, Ohio 44303
Exhibit Celebrating America 250 In Centerville and Washington TownshipMontgomeryMulti-day
This exhibit shows artifacts from two revolutionary war veterans and traces the local celebrations over the last 250 years.
01 Jun - 18 Dec
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
26 north Main Street, Centerville, Ohio
A Legacy Revived: Exploring Stark County’s Rich Black HistoryStarkMulti-day
This exhibition explores the history of the Black communities of Canton, Massillon, Alliance, and Waynesburg. It takes visitors on a journey beginning in the early 1800s, when the first Black families arrived in Stark County, and traces the challenges they faced upon settling in the North. The exhibition also highlights the vibrant business districts that […]
19 Jun - 27 Nov
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW, Canton, Ohio, 44708
Lincoln Highway Beautification Project: Enjoy the Sites & AttractionsCrawfordMulti-day
The Lincoln Highway is America’s FIRST Coast-to-Coast Paved Road, stretching from NYC to San Francisco The Crawford County History Alliance “Lincoln Highway Beautification Project“ includes red, white, & blue flowers and flags along the eastern side of the historic highway in Bucyrus. A leisurely drive along the historic Lincoln Highway in Bucyrus will allow you […]
27 Jun - 30 Sep
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Eastern Corridor of the Lincoln Highway in Bucyrus
1780 East Mansfield Street, Bucyrus 44820
July 2026
“Brenda Singletary: We Hold These Truths…” art exhibitionFranklinLucasMulti-day
A solo exhibition featuring sculptural, mixed-media paintings by internationally-acclaimed, Toledo, Ohio artist Brenda Singletary, celebrating her family’s history of military and civic service—and our nation’s 250th anniversary. Her “Love Letter to a Complicated Nation” series honors the service and sacrifice of generations of African-American military veterans.
11 Jul - 19 Sep
6:00 pm - 4:00 pm
20 North Gallery
18 N. St. Clair Street
Driving Tour Along Ohio’s Lincoln Highway Historic Byway in BucyrusCrawfordMulti-day
Visit sites along the historic Lincoln Highway in Bucyrus The Lincoln Highway is America’s FIRST coast-to-coast road, stretching from NYC to San Francisco The Crawford County History Alliance “Lincoln Highway Beautification Project“ consists of red, white, & blue flowers as well as flags & signs along the eastern portion of this historic highway in Bucyrus. […]
17 Jul - 31 Oct
8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Ohio's Lincoln Highway Historic Byway: Visit Various Attractions in Bucyrus
1780 East Mansfield Street, Bucyrus, Ohio 44820
August 2026
Portraits of Courage: A Commander in Chief’s Tribute to America’s WarriorsFranklinMulti-day
Growing out of President George W. Bush’s personal commitment and the ongoing work of the Bush Institute’s Veterans and Military Families program, Portraits of Courage brings together sixty-six full-color portraits and a four-panel mural painted by President Bush of 98 service members and Veterans who have served our nation with honor since 9/11, and whom […]
08 Aug - 31 Dec
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
National Veterans Memorial and Museum
300 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215
Celebrating 250 Years: A Journey Across American with Robert Freimark (art exhibition)FranklinMulti-day
Between 1960 and 1968, artist Robert Freimark created Fifty States, a suite of abstract, full-sheet color screen prints representing each of the fifty United States. To make this collection, Freimark traveled around the country. He drew from his own experiences as well as extensive research into the history of each state to create unique, multilayered […]
19 Aug - 04 Dec
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
The Frank Museum of Art, Otterbein University
39 S. Vine Street, Westerville, OH 43081
September 2026
History Roundtable with Mike GilbertSanduskyMulti-day
From the signers of the Declaration of Independence to under-told stories of men and women behind the American Revolution to the downfall of Alexander Hamilton, History Roundtable will have a colonial American focus this fall. The popular series, led by retired educator Mike Gilbert, returns for its 13th season and will focus on topics highlighting […]
05 Sep - 17 Oct
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Hayes Presidential Library & Museums
1337 Hayes Ave, Fremont, OH 43420
Ohio Open DoorsMulti-day
Ohio Open Doors is state-wide biennial event during which stewards of historic building and places open their doors to the public for special tours and programs. Many events are exclusive to Ohio Open Doors. Discover Ohio’s amazing heritage as historic buildings and landmarks across our state open their doors to you for special tours and events. […]
10 - 20 Sep
8:00 am
Sites throughout Ohio
Patriotic Pride at the Paulding County Fall FestivalPauldingMulti-day
Our festival will host a 300-ft traveling Vietnam memorial wall replica, a Gold Star Family traveling memorial, and we will have a variety of speakers and musicians sharing their stories and talents to honor the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks and to celebrate America 250, with a special emphasis on honoring our local […]
11 - 12 Sep
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Paulding County Fairgrounds
501 Fairgrounds Dr, Paulding, Ohio 45879
Lithopolis HoneyfestFairfieldMulti-day
The Lithopolis Honeyfest returns in 2026 on Friday, September 11, from 3–7 PM and Saturday, September 12, from 10 AM–7 PM, bringing two days of sweet, family-friendly fun to the heart of town. Celebrating all things honey, the festival features unique experiences like bee beards, educational sessions, a bee train, hands-on honey extraction, delicious food […]
11 - 12 Sep
3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
150 East Columbus Street, Lithopolis, OH 43136
Path of the Pioneer – One Man’s Story on the American FrontierMadisonMulti-day
In the oldest home on the Big Darby Creek resides the area’s first settler. An odd, weathered old man who is said to have once lived with the Mingo. Many have heard his name, but few know him personally. This is the story of the first settler in Madison County, Jonathan Alder. While some historians […]
11 - 12 Sep
7:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Jonathan Alder Junior High School Auditeria
6440 Killbury-Huber Rd, Plain City, OH 43064
FestiFair Arts and Craft FestivalUnionMulti-day
FestiFair Arts & Crafts Festival is held on the first Saturday after Labor Day from 9 A.M. to 4 P.M. in the Historic Uptown District of Marysville, Ohio. FestiFair is one of Central Ohio’s largest outdoor craft shows with over 200 unique vendors! Occurring on the Uptown Square, attendees have a wide selection of crafts, […]
12 Sep
9:00 am
227 E. Fifth St. Marysville, OH 43040
Wood County Ag-Venture: A Self-driving Farm TourWoodMulti-day
Wood County agriculture is a leading economic driver; yet many people are unaware of the products grown in their community. From eggs to Oreos, Wood County growers are key manufacturers of the foods we eat and the fuel we use. Agriculture and conservation are fundamental to healthy living. Travel at your own pace and visit […]
12 Sep
10:00 am
Wood County
Beavercreek Popcorn FestivalGreeneMulti-day
We have a 5K run/walk on Saturday morning. There is a Car Show on Sunday at noon. Children’s area with games for young children available both days. Entertainment both days, all day. There will be over 250 vendors for shopping, including great food vendors.
12 - 13 Sep
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Beavercreek, Ohio
Dayton-Xenia Road (between N. Fairfield Rd and Meadowbridge Dr.) Beavercreek, Ohio 454
Hebron Pie FestivalLickingMulti-day
The 5th Annual Hebron Pie Festival & Parade, hosted by the Hebron Historical Society and the Hebron Trailblazers CIC, is back for another year of delicious fun. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for updates on all the exciting activities, including the Pie 5K, Pie Parade, contests, live music, vendors, and, of course, plenty of […]
12 Sep
11:00 am - 6:00 pm
9 W. Main Street Hebron
Wine Your Way Out®CoshoctonMulti-day
Since 2016, Wine Your Way Out® has been a signature fall wine tasting experience hosted inside McPeek’s Mighty Maze at the Coshocton KOA Holiday campground. We’re proud to showcase and serve local Ohio wines and craft beers, highlighting the craftsmanship rooted right here in our state. To celebrate America 250, the 2026 corn maze design […]
12 Sep - 03 Oct
1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
24688 County Road 10, Coshocton, OH 43812
Heritage Day at the Myers InnDelawareMulti-day
Enjoy tours of the 1816 house of Sunbury founder Lawrence Myers and the 1820 Stagecoach Inn. Explore our barn and replica wagon. View antique farm equipment courtesy of the Delaware County Antique Farm Machinery Association. Participate in pioneer crafts and games.
12 Sep
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Myers Inn
45 S. Columbus St. Sunbury, Ohio 43074
Ohio Open Doors at Thorla McKee Oil Well and Narrow Guage RailroadNobleMulti-day
Explore Two Stories That Helped Shape Ohio’s Industrial Past Discover the Thorla-McKee Well, an early Ohio oil and gas site where Silas Thorla and Robert McKee unexpectedly discovered oil and natural gas while drilling for salt brine in 1814. The site represents one of the earliest documented examples of oil production in North America and […]
12 Sep
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Thorla-McKee Park
Sr 78 and SR 564, Caldwell, Ohio 43724
Art in the ParkPortage
Come and enjoy Art in the Park! The event will occur at the City of Kent Parks and Rec. Fred Fuller Park. Different types of art will be displayed, and you can even join in the fun! You can listen to the Akron Symphonic Winds when you come out! The event is free to the […]
12 Sep
4:15 pm
497 Middlebury Rd., Kent, OH
Seneca East’s Stars, Stripes, & LightsSeneca
Long story short, this is a high school/middle school cross-country meet located at Seneca East Schools in Seneca County (NW Ohio). We are a small farming community, but we display an extraordinary sense of patriotism and pride in our country year-round, and most definitely each September with the cross-country meet we host, titled the “Stars, […]
12 Sep
5:00 pm
Seneca East Local Schools
13343 US 224 Attica, OH 44807
Drone Show: Remember Lights in the Sky at Salt Fork LodgeGuernsey
On September 12th Experience Lights in the Sky, a free synchronized drone show that will illuminate the night sky with breathtaking patriotic imagery, larger-than-life formations, and unforgettable storytelling above Salt Fork Lodge. Make it a getaway and enjoy a full day of celebration before the show begins.
12 Sep
9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Salt Fork Lodge & Conference Center
11073 Natural Resources 3 Road, Kimbolton, OH 43749
Drone Show: Remember Lights in the Sky at Burr Oak LodgeMorgan
Experience Lights in the Sky, a free synchronized drone show that will illuminate the night sky with breathtaking patriotic imagery, larger-than-life formations, and unforgettable storytelling above Burr Oak Lodge on September 12th. Make it a getaway and enjoy a full day of celebration before the show begins.
12 Sep
9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Burr Oak Lodge & Conference Center
10660 Burr Oak Lodge Road, Glouster, OH 45732
Drone Show: Remember Lights in the Sky at Deer Creek LodgePickaway
September 12 Special Event Experience Lights in the Sky, a free synchronized drone show that will illuminate the night sky with breathtaking patriotic imagery, larger-than-life formations, and unforgettable storytelling above Deer Creek Lodge on September 12th. Make it a getaway and enjoy a full day of celebration before the show begins.
12 Sep
9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center
22300 State Park Road 20, Mt. Sterling, OH 43143
Drone Show: Remember Lights in the Sky at Hueston Woods LodgePreble
September 12th Special Event Experience Lights in the Sky, a free synchronized drone show that will illuminate the night sky with breathtaking patriotic imagery, larger-than-life formations, and unforgettable storytelling above Hueston Woods Lodge on September 12th. Make it a getaway and enjoy a full day of celebration before the show begins.
12 Sep
9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hueston Woods Lodge & Conference Center
5201 Lodge Road, College Corner, OH 45003
Drone Show Remember: Lights in the Sky at Hocking Hills Park LodgeHocking
On September 12th Experience Lights in the Sky, a free synchronized drone show that will illuminate the night sky with breathtaking patriotic imagery, larger-than-life formations, and unforgettable storytelling above Hocking Hills Lodge. Make it a getaway and enjoy a full day of celebration before the show begins.
12 Sep
9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hocking Hills Lodge & Conference Center
20020 State Route 664 South, Logan, OH 43138
Drone Show: Remember Lights in the Sky at Mohican LodgeAshland
On September 12th Experience Lights in the Sky, a free synchronized drone show that will illuminate the night sky with breathtaking patriotic imagery, larger-than-life formations, and unforgettable storytelling above Mohican Lodge. Make it a getaway and enjoy a full day of celebration before the show begins.
12 Sep
9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Mohican Lodge & Conference Center
1098 Ashland County Road 3006, Perrysville, OH 44864
Drone Show Remember: Lights in the Sky at Maumee Bay LodgeLucas
On September 12th Experience Lights in the Sky, a free synchronized drone show that will illuminate the night sky with breathtaking patriotic imagery, larger-than-life formations, and unforgettable storytelling above Lake Erie. Make it a getaway and enjoy a full day of celebration before the show begins.
12 Sep
9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Maumee Bay Lodge & Conference Center
Drone Show Remember: Lights in the Sky at Punderson Manor LodgeGeauga
On September 12th Experience Lights in the Sky, a free synchronized drone show that will illuminate the night sky with breathtaking patriotic imagery, larger-than-life formations, and unforgettable storytelling above Punderson Manor. Make it a getaway and enjoy a full day of celebration before the show begins.
12 Sep
9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Punderson Manor
1175 Kinsman Road, Newbury, OH, 44065
Drone Show: Remember Lights in the Sky at Shawnee LodgeScioto
On September 12th Experience Lights in the Sky, a free synchronized drone show that will illuminate the night sky with breathtaking patriotic imagery, larger-than-life formations, and unforgettable storytelling above Shawnee Lodge. Make it a getaway and enjoy a full day of celebration before the show begins.
12 Sep
9:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Shawnee Lodge & Conference Center
4404B State Route 125, West Portsmouth, OH 45663
Navy WeekHamilton
Since 2005, America’s Navy has come home to up to 15 cities across the country every year. The Navy Week program has served as the Navy’s principal outreach effort into areas of the nation without a significant Navy presence, with over 300 Navy Weeks held in 95 different U.S. cities. The program is designed to […]
13 - 20 Sep
12:00 am - 11:00 pm
Various locations throughout Greater Cincinnati
Various locations throughout Greater Cincinnati
2026 AVON FALL AVANT-GARDE ART & CRAFT SHOWLorain
Apply Now! 2026 AVON FALL AVANT-GARDE ART & CRAFT SHOW Location: Emerald Event Center **back parking lot of venue outdoors** 33040 Just Imagine Dr. Avon, OH 44011 Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026 Time: 10:00am-4:00pm We had so much fun with our outdoor market that we are doing it again this year! Join us for a […]
13 Sep
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Emerald Event Center
33040 Just Imagine Dr. Avon, OH 44011
Pemberville Family Bike RideWood
A family bike ride through Pemberville and the surrounding area. This bike ride will have stops at different areas where families will meet special people and get collectible items for the kids.
13 Sep
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
154 E. College Ave., Pemberville, OH 43450
Bexley Historical Society Open DoorsFranklin
The Bexley Historical Society is opening its doors as part of Ohio History Connection’s annual Open Doors event, which invites historic sites across the state to open free to the public on the same weekend, encouraging Ohioans to explore local history close to home. Trustees will be on hand to answer questions and walk visitors […]
13 Sep
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Bexley Historical Society Cottage Museum
2080 Clifton Ave, Bexley, OH 43209
Galion’s Heise Park Log HouseCrawford
Join us for the dedication of a new bronze plaque honoring Galion’s historic Pioneer Log House, followed by a rare opportunity to tour this remarkable early nineteenth-century structure. Built around 1822, the log house is one of Galion’s oldest surviving buildings and offers a unique glimpse into the community’s pioneer past. Visitors will learn about […]
13 Sep
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Galion's Heise Park Log House
North Jefferson Street at Heise Park Lane Galion, Ohio 44833
Galion Big Four Depot History Open HouseCrawford
Ohio Open Doors Come one, come all to Friends of the Galion Big Four Depot’s History Open House. The train station is 125 years old and is one of the few Big Four Railroad division headquarter stations that remain in Ohio and in the nation. Presently being refurbished inside and out, we will celebrate its […]
13 Sep
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Galion Big Four Depot: History Open House
127 North Washington Street Galion, Ohio
“What’s In Your Lunch?” at the Harvey One-Room SchoolhouseCrawford
On Sunday, September 13th (Grandparent’s Day), from 1–4 p.m., you are invited to bring your grandparent to Harvey One Room School. You will be shown a display of antique metal pails, boxes, and baskets used by children to carry their school lunches. Butter will be made, and an early version of waxed paper will be […]
13 Sep
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Harvey One-Room Schoolhouse
1120 Caldwell Road, Bucyrus, Ohio 44820
Ohio Plays: Throwback Flag Football GameLucas
Get ready for a little friendly competition as Maumee alumni return to the field for a special America 250 Alumni Flag Football Game! This throwback showdown will pit graduates from Even Years vs. Odd Years in a battle for hometown bragging rights. Whether you graduated decades ago or just a few years back, come out […]
13 Sep
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Richard Kazmaier Stadium
1147 Saco Street Maumee, OH 43537
White Water Shaker Village – Open House Sept. 13Hamilton
Tour White Water Shaker Village. White Water, established in 1823, is one of the 24 Shaker communal villages founded in the United States. The village is home to the country’s only remaining brick meeting house, which was built in 1827 with an unusual suspended truss system. In 1832, the large dwelling was constructed next door. […]
13 Sep
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
11813 Oxford Road, Harrison, OH 45030
America 250-Ohio & Granville – Celebrating SportsLicking
Did you know that Polo has been a long-standing tradition in this area since the 1920s, or earlier? Polo was played near Buckeye Lake at that time, as evidenced by maps and silver-edition mementos. Polo also has a long-standing tradition on the Great Lawn of Bryn Du Mansion since the 1980s. Open to the public, […]
13 Sep
4:00 pm
Bryn Du Manion - Great Front Lawn
537 Jones Rd., Granville, OH 43023
Taste Test the Past: Hot Water CanningWood
Join the Wood County Museum for our American 250 themed cooking series: Taste Test the Past! Want to try canning, but don’t know where to begin? Learn how to safely preserve food from your garden, how to find recipes, and how to do proper canning research. Everyone will go home with tomato sauce!
14 Sep
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Wood County Museum
13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, 43402
Revolutionary War ExperienceLorain
This interactive traveling exhibition created by the American Battlefield Trust and the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) to bring the story of the Revolutionary War to life beyond textbooks and documentaries. Rather than focusing solely on generals and statesmen, the exhibit highlights the lives of ordinary people whose choices, courage, and sacrifices shaped the […]
15 Sep
9:00 am - 7:00 pm
North Ridgeville Branch Library
35700 Bainbridge Road, North Ridgeville, OH 44039
A Musical History of OhioLicking
This performance will take place in the renovated barn on the grounds of the Bryn Du Mansion in Granville. The Licking County Community Center’s Encore Singers will present the music of the people who settled Ohio, including the Welsh heritage of Bryn Du.
15 Sep
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Licking County Community Center's Bryn Du Barn
537 Jones Rd. NE Granville, OH 43023
“Ohio as an Energy-Rich State” with Columbus Futurists & America 250-OhioFranklin
For more than two centuries, Ohio glowed as an energy-rich state that attracted businesses, mills, and factories. The energy forms, however, shifted over the years due to depletion, higher prices, new technologies, and environmental concerns. We went from chopping energy (forest wood) to mining it (coal), to piping it up from under the ground (natural gas […]
17 Sep
12:00 pm - 12:00 pm
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Heritage Tree PlantingCuyahoga
Ceremonial planting of a native Ohio white oak tree at the James A. Garfield Memorial in Lake View Cemetery.
17 Sep
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Lake View Cemetery
12316 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44106
Bells Across America: sponsored by Worthington Chapter of the D.A.R.Franklin
Please bring your own chair and a bell to ring if you have one, please arrive by 3:30pm as there will be a short program before the Church bells around the Worthington Green ring at 4:00PM. This event commemorates the signing of the American Constitution on this date in 1787 by the delegates to the […]
17 Sep
3:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Worthington Green, NW Quadrant, corner of RT 161 and High St.
intersection of Route 161 and High St, Worthington OH 43085
This Constitution Day, Remember Our UnionFranklin
Join us on Sept. 17 for a Constitution Day address by Jason Opal, dean and director of Ohio State Mansfield and professor of history, followed by a panel discussion. “To live in the United States,” writes the historian Jonathan Giennap, “is to feel the relevance of the Constitution’s origins.” No wonder we Americans spend so […]
17 Sep
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Wexner Center for the Arts
1871 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43210
Wales, Ohio and the USA: 250 years of Welsh presence in the USAJackson
Join the Madog Center for Welsh Studies at the University of Rio Grande / Rio Grande Community College and the Welsh-American Heritage Museum for a special presentation: “Wales, Ohio and the USA: 250 Years of Welsh Presence in America,” held at the Welsh-American Heritage Museum in Oak Hill, Ohio. Presented by Dan Rowbotham, this program […]
17 Sep
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Welsh-American Heritage Museum
412 East Main Street, Oak Hill, OH 45656
28th Annual Ohio Pawpaw FestivalAthens
Connect with Ohio’s vibrant natural history and indigenous agriculture at the Ohio Pawpaw Festival! This premier, family-friendly event honors the pawpaw (Asimina triloba), North America’s largest edible native fruit, which has grown wildly in the Ohio River Valley for centuries. Held at the beautiful Snow Fork Event Center in Nelsonville, this three-day gathering brings together […]
18 - 20 Sep
4:00 am - 5:00 pm
Snow Fork Event Center
5685 Happy Hollow Road, Nelsonville, OH
Running Against History: The Enduring Legacy of Jesse Owens
Celebrate the enduring legacy of Jesse Owens on Sept. 18 at Ohio State University with a special panel discussion, archival exhibits and reception marking the 90th anniversary of his historic 1936 Olympic achievements.
18 Sep
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thompson Library OSU, 165
1858 Neil Ave, Columbus, OH 43210
Zoar & the PresidentsTuscarawas
Learn about and meet U.S. Presidents and other key historical figures who were active during Zoar’s era as a communal settlement from 1817 to 1898. Enjoy interactive demonstrations, Presidential speeches, and other activities alongside Zoar’s general museum tours and exhibits. Tickets are $10 for adults and free for children 5 and under.
19 Sep
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
198 Main Street, Zoar, Ohio, 44697
Harmony Hill Museum Pioneer DaysClermont
Join us for Harmony Hill Museum Pioneer Days! This hands-on event will allow participants to churn batter, grind corn, and interact with reenactors. We will also have a flag-raising, an America 250 tree dedication, followed by the Williamsburg Community Band (playing patriotic music), and cookies and ice cream!
19 Sep
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Harmony Hill Museum
299 S. Third Street Williamsburg, OH 45176
Hands ON! Scene Setting for FamiliesCuyahoga
Hands-On! Scene Setting for Families Saturday, September 19 | 11 AM-3 PM | Cleveland History Center Step into the shoes of a filmmaker and create your own movie world! Families will experiment with props and see how small details can completely transform a scene. Drop in anytime to play and explore. Perfect for ages 5–105, […]
19 Sep
11:00 am
10825 East Blvd Cleveland OH 44106
Annual Meeting of the Wilson Bruce Evans Home Historical SocietyLorain
Annual Meeting of Wilson Bruce Evans Home Historical Society, now rehabilitating the home of an African American Underground Railroad operative to transform it into a living center for history and justice that educates, engages, and empowers communities.
19 Sep
11:00 am - 11:00 am
Oberlin Underground Railroad Center, Oberlin, OH
291 South Main Street, Oberlin, OH 44074
Vintage Base Ball GameMahoning
Join the Youngstown State University Penguins and the Akron Black Stockings for an afternoon of 1860s-style base ball on Saturday, September 19 at noon on Volney Rogers Field. Learn the ins and outs of America’s favorite past-time and watch the Penguins and Black Stockings play. This event is free for all–bring a blanket or a […]
19 Sep
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Volney Rogers Field, Mill Creek Park
816 Glenwood Ave, Youngstown, OH 44502
Zoar Stars vs. Ohio Muffins Vintage Baseball GameTuscarawas
Play Ball! Step back in time and enjoy an old-fashioned vintage baseball game as the Zoar Stars take on the Ohio Village Muffins! Played under 19th-century rules, this fun, family-friendly matchup brings history to life with authentic uniforms, traditional equipment, and plenty of spirited competition. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and cheer on your […]
19 Sep
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
198 Main St Zoar, Ohio 44697
Heritage FestivalWarren
Mark your calendars! The 2026 Heritage Festival and Parade will take place on Saturday, September 19, in Downtown Mason! The event will feature kids’ activities, vendors, cultural displays, musical entertainment, and more. The annual Heritage Festival Parade will begin at 3:00 P.M., followed by activities and entertainment throughout Downtown Mason until 9:00 p.m. The event […]
19 Sep
3:00 pm - 9:00 pm
300 W Main St, Mason, OH 45040
Celebrating 250 Years in New London – Grove Street Cemetery Tour followed by Open House at the MuseumHuron
Guests will visit ten grave sights of prominent persons pulled from 250 years of New London history which will be followed by a gathering at the New London Area Historical Society museum to explore selected displays that represent the village of New London’s place in 250 years of history nationwide.
19 Sep
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grove Street Cemetery followed by New London Area Historical Society Museum
Grove Street followed by 13 East Main Street, New London (Huron County, Ohio)
Cemetery Walk at Holy Trinity and Union CemeteriesCrawford
This year’s Cemetery Walk will be located at both the Holy Trinity and Union Cemeteries located on Tiffin St., Bucyrus. In celebration of America 250, the Bucyrus Historical Society will explore these two cemeteries to honor Bucyrus founders, Sam and Mary Norton and family, Lauretta Schimmoler (founder of the Aerial Nurse Corps of America), and […]
20 Sep
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Holy Trinity and Union Cemeteries
Southwest Corner of the intersection of Tiffin and Hill Street
Trotwood Madison Historical SocietyMontgomery
We will be celebrating its semiquincentennial in Sept 2026. We will highlight Ohio and Ohioans’ unique to the Trotwood area. The Iams family built the house in 1847 and the barn in 1854. We have a museum in the house and a walking path on our 6+ acres with a very old bur oak tree. […]
20 Sep
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Trotwood Madison Historical Society, Iams Homestead
349 S. Broadway Street, Trotwood, Ohio 45426
Logan County America250 ParadeLogan
Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary in the heart of Downtown Bellefontaine on September 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM. This once-in-a-generation event will fill the streets with patriotic pride, featuring floats, classic cars, military vehicles, veterans’ organizations, first responders, community groups, and more. Bring the whole family, find a spot along the parade route, and join Logan […]
20 Sep
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Bellefontaine Ohio
100 S Main St, Bellefontaine Ohio 43311
Farm Science ReviewMadison
Farm Science Review is one of the nation’s leading events for outdoor agricultural education, demonstrations and innovation. Each year, the event brings together industry leaders, researchers, educators, students and visitors to explore the future of agriculture.
22 - 24 Sep
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Molly Caren Agriculture Center
135 OH-38, London, OH 43140
Colerain Township History Seminar: Barns of ColerainHamilton
Join us as we travel back in time! The Coleraine Historical Society and Colerain Township are presenting a series of historical seminars about our community. The event will occur in the Colerain Township Admin Building – Trustees Chambers. On Tuesday, September 22, 2026, we will discuss the Barns of Colerain. This event is FREE and […]
22 Sep
5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
4200 Springdale Rd., Colerain Township, OH 45251
Keynote “America at 250 – The Nation, The Founding, and The Ohio State University” by Prof. Christopher Nichols at the OSURA: 2026 Annual ConferenceFranklin
Keynote address, 9:00 AM, September 23, 2026: “America at 250 – The Nation, The Founding, and The Ohio State University,” Christopher Nichols, the Wayne Woodrow Hayes Chair in National Security Studies and professor of history. In 2026, Professor Nichols serves as Faculty Chair and overall co-chair for Ohio State’s initiative for America 250, a series […]
23 Sep
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fawcett Center
2400 Olentangy River Road Columbus, OH 43210
Ohio Plays! Recess is the Purpose: How Play, Activity, and Breaks Help Kids Grow SmarterHamilton
As part of the celebrations for America 250, in September, Ohio Plays! The Wyoming branch of the public library, in partnership with the City of Wyoming Recreation Department, invites you to a celebration of play and recess in our schools. This family-friendly, interactive event invites community members, parents, and kids to learn and play together. […]
23 Sep
6:00 pm - 6:00 pm
City of Wyoming Civic Center
1 Worthington Ave, Wyoming, OH 45215
Ohio Sports Forum | CantonStark
The Ohio Sports Forum | Canton Date: September 8, 2026 Part of the “Ohio Plays: Sports & Wellness” Celebration Month Location: Columbus, OH (Live Broadcast via The Ohio Channel) Cost: Free Livestream Experience Celebrating the birthplace of football and Ohio’s sports icons! Stream in live from Canton—the epicenter of football heritage! As part of America […]
24 Sep
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Livestreamed via The Ohio Channel
Nancy Rexroth: Secret of My PowerHamilton
One of the leading photographers of the late 20th century, Nancy Rexroth’s legacy rests on her groundbreaking book IOWA, a collection of photographs of rural southeast Ohio. Her unmistakable style of effusive, light-filled works was created using a Diana camera-a toy camera. This exhibition was made possible by a major gift from Rexroth herself, who […]
25 Sep - 03 Jan
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45206
America 250-Ohio & Granville Celebrates SportsLicking
Granville celebrates America 250 in recognition of our Military and Youth Sports. A tribute to The Impact and Importance of Sports in the Community and recognizing our military, as well as a night to enjoy the local team football game. Sports Fact: Nov. 9, 1907 is recognized as the birthdate of the Ohio High Schools […]
25 Sep
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Granville High School Football Field, Hodges Stadium
248 New Burg St. Granville, Ohio 43023
Twisted WilderfestSummit
Twisted WilderFest, sponsored by Twisted Olive, is the City of Green’s pop-up festival of makers and nature, featuring local artists, crafters, and food vendors, held annually in Southgate Park. Bring family and friends to enjoy local food vendors, crafts, live entertainment, games, and activities. Parking and admission are free.
26 Sep
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
5300 Massillon Road, Green, Ohio 44685
Heritage Day: Ohio GrowsFranklin
With the celebrations of America 250 and our society’s 60th, the Hilliard Historical Society’s Heritage Day: Ohio Grows is filled with the history of pioneer life, with hands-on activities for the kids, special historical guests, farm animals, a milking cow, corn shelling, and a vintage baseball game played by the Ohio Village Muffins. Food! This […]
26 Sep
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
4100 Columbia Street Hilliard, OH 43026
Frontier Spirit 1799Fairfield
Experience the trials and tribulations the first settlers in Ohio Territory endured as they fought for and carved out a home. Frontier Spirit 1799 showcases the events and lives of these settlers, featuring characters from early Fairfield County and what they faced every day to survive and thrive. You’ll laugh, cry, and learn of the […]
26 - 27 Sep
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Alley Park
2805 Old Logan Road, Lancaster, OH 43130
Walking Through History: Discovering the Former Forest Hill EstateCuyahoga
In 1873, John D. Rockefeller, the richest man in the world at the time, built a “water cure” spa alongside investment partners on land in East Cleveland. That venture failed, and Rockefeller decided to turn the facility into his summer residence called “Forest Hill.” City of Cleveland Heights Landmark Commissioners Jim Nemastil and Dani Cohen […]
26 Sep
11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Forest Hill Park
2370 Lee Boulevard
Dancing Through the Decades–Celebrating 85 Years of the Troy RecMiami
Dancing Through the Decades is a community dance night that brings Troy neighbors of all ages together on the dance floor 💃. From classic hits to today’s favorites, you’ll enjoy music, movement, and time with friends and family. This year, we are celebrating 85 years of providing a safe landing space for teens after school […]
26 Sep
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Troy Rec
11 N Market Street, Troy, OH 45373
Underground Railroad Gathering 2026Cuyhahoga
On September 27-28, 2026, America 250-Ohio will host the third annual Underground Railroad Gathering at the Cleveland History Center. The Underground Railroad Gathering is a historic event dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the Underground Railroad in Ohio. This free, two-day event is open to the public and will bring together community members, historians, […]
27 - 28 Sep
All Day
Cleveland History Center
10825 East Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio, 44106
Play Ball! The Ohio Village Muffins vs. The Harvey Cornhuskers
Old-Fashioned Baseball Game: Ohio Village Muffins vs. Harvey Cornhuskers This event aligns with “Ohio Plays–Sports and Recreation.”
27 Sep
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Harvey One-Room School
1120 Caldwell Road, Bucyrus, Ohio 44820
Ohio Village Muffins vs. the Harvey School CornhuskersCrawford
Ohio’s celebration theme for September is “Ohio Plays–Sports & Wellness.” Join us as we celebrate America 250 with a spirited game of 1900s vintage baseball! Watch the Ohio Village Muffins take on the Harvey School Cornhuskers in this exciting historic matchup. Peanuts, popcorn, and hot dogs will be available for a donation. America 250-OH free […]
27 Sep
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Harvey One-Room Schoolhouse
1120 Caldwell Road, Bucyrus, Ohio 44820
250 PlatesFairfield
Enjoy an inspired menu of locally sourced food prepared by the chefs of participating downtown restaurants, a cash bar (2 drink tickets included with each ticket purchase), and live music. The event will take place at the historic Mill Event Center in Downtown Lancaster. The area will be transformed into a cozy dining room where […]
27 Sep
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The Mill Event Center
431 S Columbus Street, Lancaster, OH 43130
Songs at the Center Show Recording: Featuring Songwriters with Ohio RootsClinton
Songs at the Center Celebrates with America 250-Ohio! Mark your calendars for Monday, September 28 starting at 12:30 PM for Songs at the Center’s next season 13 show recordings at the Murphy Theater, 50 W Main St, Wilmington, Ohio, 45177. We celebrate Ohio’s contribution to the music of our nation, with songwriters who share their […]
28 Sep
12:00 pm - 5:30 pm
The Murphy Theatre
50 W. Main St., Wilmington, OH 45177
October 2026
Special exhibit: ‘”Warrior Dogs & Faithful Companions'”Sandusky
This exhibit showcases Ohio artist James Mellick’s signature wood forms Armed Forces canines. Each dog represents a different military campaign, as well as the injuries that their human counterparts endure. Mellick created the installation to raise awareness of the sacrifices made by veterans and their needs now. The nine canine sculptures are both humbling and […]
01 - 31 Oct
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Hayes Presidential Library & Museums
1337 Hayes Ave, Fremont, OH 43420
Exhibit opening and free program for “Warrior Dogs & Faithful Companions”Sandusky
The public is invited to a free program and exhibit opening of hand-carved military canine sculptures in honor of veterans’ sacrifices on Thursday, Oct. 1, at the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums. “Warrior Dogs & Faithful Companions” features the signature wood forms of Ohio artist James Mellick, who will give a talk during the event […]
01 Oct
6:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Hayes Presidential Library & Museums
1337 Hayes Ave, Fremont, OH 43420
Special exhibit “Warrior Dogs & Faithful Companions”Sandusky
A moving exhibit of hand-carved military canine sculptures honoring veterans’ sacrifices will be displayed throughout October at the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums as part of the institution’s America 250 celebration. “Warrior Dogs & Faithful Companions” features the signature wood forms of Ohio artist James Mellick, whose works pay tribute to the special bonds veterans […]
02 - 31 Oct
9:00 am - 9:00 am
Hayes Presidential Library & Museums
1337 Hayes Ave, Fremont, OH 43420
10 Minutes on the Dot: American Art at the Columbus Museum of ArtFranklin
Join a CMA educator on the first Friday of every month at 11 am for a focused, 10-minute conversation about a single work of art from the American collection, exploring a powerful American story each session. Signage near CMA’s Welcome Desk will direct you to that day’s featured artwork. This pop-up experience is free with […]
02 Oct
11:00 am - 11:10 am
Columbus Museum of Art
480 East Broad St, Columbus, OH, 43215
Special outdoor exhibit: ‘Eyes of Freedom’Sandusky
Special outdoor exhibit, ‘Eyes of Freedom,’ a traveling memorial dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of all who answer our nation’s call will be on display at Spiegel Grove, the grounds of the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums. The exhibit is comprised of nine panels and the Silent Battle bronze sculpture. There is no […]
03 - 04 Oct
12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hayes Presidential Library & Museums
1337 Hayes Ave, Fremont, OH 43420
America 250-Ohio & Granville Grows: Celebrating Food & FarmsLicking
It’s Time for a Harvest! Fall Harvest Celebration at the Granville’s Farmers Market, kids’ petting zoo, and autumn harvest activities. Celebrating the importance of Agriculture to America and Granville. Historical Agriculture and Farming Fun Facts – The 1805 settlers reached Granville in ox-drawn wagons and used oxen as the primary draft and farming animals. Oxen […]
03 Oct
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Raccoon Valley Park
1225 River Rd, Granville, OH 43023
Tree Tour of Spiegel GroveSandusky
Walk the arboretum and learn about the different trees with some colonial history sprinkled in for America’s 250th birthday. The tour enhances the experience of walking at Spiegel Grove, an official arboretum and estate of the president and his wife, First Lady Lucy Hayes. Building & Grounds Superintendent John Havens, who leads the tree tours, […]
03 Oct
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Hayes Presidential Library & Museums
1337 Hayes Ave, Fremont, OH 43420
Zoar Agriculture ToursTuscarawas
Explore the rich farming heritage of the Zoar community on this guided tour highlighting the vital role agriculture played in the daily lives and success of the Separatists. Discover the location of historic barns, gardens, and tools, and learn how communal farming practices sustained the village and shaped its unique way of life. A fascinating […]
03 - 04 Oct
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
198 Main St Zoar, Ohio 44697
Sons of the American Revolution Grave Marking Cemetery honoring Elijah Bryan-1st recipient of the Badge of Military Merit presented by General Washington and Eliphaz WrightLicking
Sons of the American Revolution Grave Marking on October 3rd at 1:00pm in the Maple Grove Cemetery honoring Elijah Bryan and Eliphaz Wright. This is a very important ceremony because Elijah Bryan was a recipient of the Badge of Military Merit presented by General Washington. The Badge of Military Merit was the very first Medal […]
03 Oct
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Maple Grove Cemetery(Granville Ohio)
350 E Maple St, Granville, OH 43023
White Water Shaker Village – Open House Oct. 3Hamilton
Tour White Water Shaker Village. White Water, established in 1823, is one of the 24 Shaker communal villages founded in the United States. The village is home to the country’s only remaining brick meeting house, which was built in 1827 with an unusual suspended truss system. In 1832, the large dwelling was constructed next door. […]
03 Oct
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
11813 Oxford Road, Harrison, OH 45030
Tea & Talk Series: It Ain’t Me: Vietnam War Protest MusicWood
Popular culture has always been affected by war. Artists often use their respective mediums as a form of expressing their support, or distaste, of U.S. involvement in world conflicts. This was never more apparent than in music during the Vietnam Era. This talk will look at music during this time and what it meant to […]
08 Oct
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wood County Museum
13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, 43402
America 250: In Freedom’s Name: Stories of Service from the Johnston CemeteryMiami
Set among the stones of the Johnston Cemetery, In Freedom’s Name reflects on the lives of service and the lasting meaning of freedom in America’s story. Historian John Bry will lead the tours. The cost is $10 for non-members and $0 for members. Registration is required.
09 - 10 Oct
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
9840 OH-66 Piqua, OH 45356
Ohio Author Festival
Join us at the Guernsey County District Public Library as we welcome authors from all across the state of Ohio and beyond. We will have authors representing all age groups, guest speakers, workshops, and more. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to meet and chat with your favorite author.
10 Oct
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Guernsey County District Public Library- Crossroads Branch
63500 Byesville Road, Cambridge, OH 43725
Ohio Grows: Exploring Ohio WineFranklin
Ohio Grows: Exploring Ohio Wine What makes Ohio wine distinctly Ohio? Join us for a special afternoon exploring the past and present of Ohio wine with Jeff Lohr of House Wine in Worthington. A longtime wine professional with a special interest in Ohio wine, Jeff will take us across the state’s wine-growing regions—from the shores […]
10 Oct
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Wyandotte Winery
4640 Wyandotte Drive
McPeek’s Mighty Maze – America 250-Ohio Inspired Corn Maze DesignCoshocton
McPeek’s Mighty Maze is now in its 11th year of getting families lost in the stalks! Packed full of fun games for ages 0–99, we are confident you will find the ultimate fall fun in our fields. In 2026, McPeek’s Mighty Maze will proudly celebrate America 250 with a corn maze design inspired by the […]
10 - 31 Oct
1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
24688 County Road 10, Coshocton, OH 43812
Ulysses S. Grant Comes to Ottawa County
This program is the fourth and final in a President Series consisting of George Washington, John Adams, Rutherford B. Hayes and Ulysses S. Grant. Dr. Curt Fields, historian & re-enactor, will speak on Grants’ military history as well as years as President. The program will be part of the Society’s annual Fall Festival/Civil War Encampment.
10 Oct
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Wolcott Keeper's House
9999 E. Bayshore Road, Danbury Township, OH 43440
Founders Park Grand OpeningMiami
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, the Village of West Milton is proud to open a brand new park – and we want YOU to help us celebrate! Join us at 438 W. Miami St. for an evening filled with history, community, and family fun. We’ll kick off the celebration at the new park with […]
10 Oct
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Founders Park
438 S. Miami St., West Milton, OH 45383
Americana 250 Cycling ClassicGreene
The Americana 250 Cycling Classic is a vibrant, community-centered event that utilizes the Miami Valley Trail Networkthe epicenter of the nation’s largest paved trail systemto celebrate Americas 250th anniversary through outdoor recreation, local history, and regional pride. Event proceeds directly benefit the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area programs and services. A Route for […]
11 Oct
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Greene County Fairground (start and finish)
120 Fairground Rd, Xenia, OH 45385
German-American DayWood
A program about the “Germany Settlement” in Washington Twp. in Wood County by Mike McMaster, Education Coordinator. The “Story Slam” format will follow and allow guest 5 minutes to share their own stories about any topic related to their German American Heritage, genealogy, or german experiences.
14 Oct
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wood County Museum
13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, 43402
55th Apple Butter Stirrn’ FestivalCoshocton
The Roscoe Village Apple Butter Stirrin’ Festival is a beloved 3‑day October tradition in Coshocton, celebrating fall with homemade apple butter, live music, 100+ vendors, kids’ crafts, history tours, and kettle-stirring fun.
16 - 18 Oct
10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Historic Roscoe Village
600 North Whitewoman Street Coshocton, Ohio 43812
The Art of Charley Harper: Creatures Wild and TameHamilton
Charley Harper is Cincinnati’s most beloved artist. His unmistakable style, self-described as “minimal realism,” has influenced generations of artists. Through numerous book illustrations, murals, and, most famously, posters of our National Parks. The Art of Charley Harper: Creatures Wild and Tame aims to both celebrate Charley Harper for his illustrations while positioning him alongside several […]
16 Oct - 07 Mar
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Cincinnati Art Museum
953 Eden Park Drive Cincinnati, OH 45206
The Land Of US Grant ForumBrown County
Admission S10.00 Saturday, October 17, 2026 9:00-9:30 “The Balls” Period Music by Steve & Lisa Ball 9:30-9:45 “Ulysses’ Movie” 9:45-10:00 “The Stone” by Dr. Ned Lodwick 10:00-11:00 “Wedding Bells & St. Louis Blues” Courting, Wedding & Married Life by Nick Sacco, U.S. Grant National Historic Site, St Louis Mo. 11:00-11:15 Break I1:15-12:00 “Where’s Ulysses on […]
17 Oct
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Georgetown Church of Christ
149 Hamer Rd. Georgetown, Ohio, 45121
Bristol Civil War Monument Rededicaiton Ceremony
Rededication of Ohio’s First Civil War Monument Join the Bristol Twp. and Trumbull County Historical Societies for a day of living history as we rededicate the restored Bristol Civil War Monument, the first of its kind in Ohio. Experience a faithful reenactment of the 1863 dedication ceremony, complete with period music, a Lincoln address, Civil […]
17 Oct
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Bristol Township Park, Bristolville, OH 44402
Rooted in History: Discovering Cleveland Heights’ Heritage TreesCuyhahoga
The city’s oldest trees survive from the native forest of the late 1700s. They are living monuments to our natural past. Roy Larick will present the history of the Moses Cleaveland Tree program (1946-1986) and introduce a new countywide Heritage Tree initiative. Cleveland Heights can now nominate a new set of favorite ancient trees. Learn […]
17 Oct
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Cleveland Heights Community Center & Forest Hill Park
1 Monticello Blvd & 2370 Lee Boulevard
Route 66 Centennial ProgramHocking
Celebrating the Mother Road: Route 66 is a one-hour live music and spoken word program “Get your kicks” through essential road music including the Bobby Troup classic ‘Route 66’, along with visuals and backstories of one of America’s most iconic highways. Learn the rich history, cultural impact, the kitschy cool nostalgia and must do travel […]
17 Oct
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
230 East Main Street Logan, Ohio 43138
AMERICA250-OHIO – A Chicken in Every Pot? Food and Culinary Culture in the Great DepressionWood
This is a Wood County Park District lead event, in partnership with the Wood County Museum.
20 Oct
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Wood County Museum
13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, 43402
Hamilton Time Capsule SealingButler
Join Historic Hamilton for a special event to seal a new time capsule commemorating America250. This time capsule will not be opened for another 50+ years!
21 Oct
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Butler County Courthouse
101 High St, Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Englewood Dam TourMontgomery
Tour Englewood Dam, the largest of the five earthen flood-control dams built by the Miami Conservancy District following the Great Flood of 1913. See the engineering up close, meet the team that maintains it, and discover how this century-old system protects Southwest Ohio — part of the region’s story as America marks its 250th anniversary.
23 Oct
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Englewood Dam
No street address. https://maps.app.goo.gl/cFoTafN8mAF971MU9
2026 Benton Ridge Annual Halloween Parade- Red, White & BOOHancock
Guests can expect an unforgettable small-town celebration that blends patriotic pride, family fun, and Halloween excitement in a one-of-a-kind community experience. The event begins with the annual Red, White & Boo Parade through downtown Benton Ridge, featuring decorated floats, costumes, local organizations, classic vehicles, music, and themed entries that celebrate both America and Halloween. Following […]
24 Oct
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Benton Ridge Ohio Main Street & Park
Benton Ridge, Ohio 45816
30th Annual USO Style Hangar DanceFairfield
Guests can expect an immersive, high-energy evening that brings the spirit of 1940s America to life at the Annual USO-Style Hangar Dance. From the moment you arrive at Fairfield County Airport, you’ll be surrounded by the sights and sounds of a bygone era—live big band music from The Nostalgics Big Band, a lively dance floor, […]
24 Oct
7:00 pm
3266 Old Columbus Road Carroll, Ohio 43112
November 2026
Delaware Veterans ParadeDelaware
Delaware Veterans Parade is the largest parade in the state of Ohio. Our 2026 parade will include several units to recognize the 250th anniversary, also includes a dedicated 250th program during the Social prior to the parade where we will have a brief ceremony and birthday cake.
01 Nov
11:30 am - 4:30 pm
Delaware County Fairgrounds
236 Pennsylvania Avenue, Delaware Ohio 43015
The Great Depression Lecture Series: “Hit and Miss: The Successes and Failures of New Deal”Wood
This is the eleventh installment in the Great Depression Lecture Series, an America 250 program. This is a Wood County Park District lead event, in partnership with the Wood County Museum.
04 Nov
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wood County History
13660 County Home Road, Bowling Green, OH 43402
10 Minutes on the Dot: American Art at the Columbus Museum of ArtFranklin
Join a CMA educator on the first Friday of every month at 11 am for a focused, 10-minute conversation about a single work of art from the American collection, exploring a powerful American story each session. Signage near CMA’s Welcome Desk will direct you to that day’s featured artwork. This pop-up experience is free with […]
06 Nov
11:00 am - 11:10 am
Columbus Museum of Art
480 East Broad St, Columbus, OH, 43215
America 250-Ohio & Granville Serves: Remembering Veterans
Monument Dedication Ceremony in honor of America’s 250 and in memory of our veterans buried at Old Colony Burial Ground hosted by The Granville Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Granville Facts: Old Colony was established in 1805 at the time Granville was founded, as part of the original plat of the Village. The first […]
07 Nov
1:00 pm
Old Colony Burial Grounds
300 S Main St, Granville, OH 43023
America 250-Ohio & Granville Serves: Remembering Veterans
Guided Exhibit Honoring the Journey of Granville Residents in the Civil War. Hosted by the Granville Historical Society. This Signature program is also part of the AM250-OH Granville’s Historical Adventure PassBooklet Challenge Program which rewards the first 250 people to attend & complete 6 of the Monthly Challenges Questions between January 2026 – December 2026 […]
07 Nov
1:00 pm
Granville Historical Society
115 E Broadway, Granville, Ohio 43023
America 250-Ohio & Granville: Symphony Tribute
A Symphony Tribute Honoring Navy Pilot, Captain F. Trevor “Trig” Gamble, Denison Professor & all those who serve. This event is free and open to the public. For all ages. ADA accessible.
10 Nov
7:00 pm
Denison University, Swasey Chapel
200 Chapel Dr, Granville, OH 43023
Veterans Day to honor Revolutionary War VeteransNoble
Veterans Day event with parade, band, speeches, reading of honor roll of Revolutionary War Veterans, banner with veteran’s names
11 Nov
10:00 am - 11:30 pm
401 West St. Caldwell, Ohio 43724
America 250-Ohio – Saluting Our Veterans
America 250-Ohio – Granville Serves: Saluting Our Veterans: A First Look at our Military Trees Exhibition. Remembering Veterans – Thank you for your Service! Military Historical Granville Facts: After the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, the Library of Congress needed to find places outside of Washington, D.C. to house irreplaceable objects. Four […]
11 Nov
1:00 pm
Robbins Hunter Museum Granville
221 E Broadway, Granville, OH 43023
‘Call to Duty Salute’ Ceremony-East
America has been in a number of military conflicts throughout its 250-year history, though not all conflicts were declared a war. Through a grant from the America-250 Ohio Commission, the Ottawa County-America 250 Committee created a trail of markers at 34 cemeteries in the County. The trail honors the final resting places of those who […]
11 Nov
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
7724 E. Harbor Road, Danbury Township, OH 43440
Call To Duty Salute cemetery trail marker dedicationOttawa
America has been in a military conflict every year since 1798, always with the goal to preserve, protect and defend freedom. This dedication is one of the signature initiatives of the Ottawa County AM 250 Committee. The overall purpose of the project is to educate individuals on America’s many conflicts and, especially, share stories of […]
11 Nov
2:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Sackett Cemetery
7724 E. Harbor Rd., Marblehead, OH 43440
Veterans Day Ceremony
Join the City of Mason in partnership with the American Legion Post 194 for the annual Veterans Day Ceremony. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, November 11 at 6:00 p.m. at the Mason Municipal Center. The Mason community is encouraged to take a moment to recognize our Nation’s veterans and active military as we […]
11 Nov
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
6000 Mason Montgomery Rd Mason OH 45040
Tea & Talk Series: The Revolutionary War on the Maumee River ValleyWood
Although the Ohio Frontier was far removed from the better-known American Revolutionary War history that we have been taught, the Maumee River played an important, and little known, roll during the conflict,1776-1783. Hear Wood County Educator, Michael McMaster, share his wealth of knowledge about the Maumee River Valley and Ohio Frontier and its important part […]
12 Nov
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wood County Museum
13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, 43402
Soup at Six: The 23rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry — Regiment of Presidents
Soup at Six: The 23rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry — Regiment of Presidents 📅 November 12 🕕 6:00 PM Explore the Civil War regiment that shaped two future Presidents. Join Director of Education Ally Carlson for an in-depth look at the 23rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry, the Civil War regiment that included both William McKinley and Rutherford […]
12 Nov
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
800 McKinley Monument Drive NW Canton, OH 44708
America 250-Ohio & Granville Serves: Remembering Veterans
Guided Exhibit Honoring the Journey of Granville Residents in the Civil War. Hosted by the Granville Historical Society. This Signature program is also part of the AM250-OH Granville’s Historical Adventure PassBooklet Challenge Program which rewards the first 250 people to attend & complete 6 of the Monthly Challenges Questions between January 2026 – December 2026 […]
14 Nov
1:00 pm
Granville Historical Society
115 E Broadway, Granville, Ohio 43023
America at 250: A Star-Spangled Celebration with the Springfield Symphony OrchestraClark
America at 250: A Star-Spangled Celebration with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, Featuring Jeffrey Biegel on piano in Boyer’s Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue, plus Gershwin, Still, Copland, Bernstein, and Randall Thompson. A sweeping tribute to the composers who shaped our national sound. Admission: $15 to $68
14 Nov
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Clark State Performing Arts Center
300 S. Fountain Avenue
America250 Lecture Series – A 250-Year Journey Through American AdvertisingWood
Step back in time and relive the commercials, jingles, and slogans that shaped generations—discover how 250 years of American advertising left a lasting mark on our culture and our memories. We’ll trace the evolution of advertising from early print ads and catchy radio jingles to iconic TV commercials and today’s digital and social media campaigns. […]
17 Nov
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Wood County Museum
13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, 43402
America 250-Ohio & Granville Serves: Remembering Veterans
Guided Exhibit Honoring the Journey of Granville Residents in the Civil War. Hosted by the Granville Historical Society. This Signature program is also part of the AM250-OH Granville’s Historical Adventure PassBooklet Challenge Program which rewards the first 250 people to attend & complete 6 of the Monthly Challenges Questions between January 2026 – December 2026 […]
21 Nov
1:00 pm
Granville Historical Society
115 E Broadway, Granville, Ohio 43023
Screening of Scarlet & Gray Saturdays: The Ohio State Football Story 🏈
Scarlet and Gray Saturdays: The Ohio State Football Story Sun • Nov 22, 2026 • 1:00 PM The Schottenstein Center | Columbus, Ohio Tickets: $15 per person. Your ticket includes event admission, parking, a commemorative cup and unlimited fountain drinks. Experience the history, tradition and unforgettable moments of Ohio State football on the big screen. […]
22 Nov
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Time Traveler History Talks: Answering the Call: Erie County’s Service & Sacrifice
Continue our America 250 celebration with a journey back to the sacrifices our local military personal made for our country! Join Jeremy Angstadt, with the Follett House Museum of Sandusky Library, as he highlights their service, sacrifice, and the lasting impact on our local communities. Light refreshments will be served. No registration required—just bring your […]
24 Nov
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
125 E. Water St., Sandusky, OH 44870
December 2026
The Great Depression Lecture Series – “War! WWII and the Path Toward Economic Recovery”Wood
This is the twelfth and final installment in the Great Depression Lecture Series, an America 250 program. This is a Wood County Park District lead event, in partnership with the Wood County Museum.
02 Dec
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wood County Museum
13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, 43402
10 Minutes on the Dot: American Art at the Columbus Museum of ArtFranklin
Join a CMA educator on the first Friday of every month at 11 am for a focused, 10-minute conversation about a single work of art from the American collection, exploring a powerful American story each session. Signage near CMA’s Welcome Desk will direct you to that day’s featured artwork. This pop-up experience is free with […]
04 Dec
11:00 am - 11:10 am
Columbus Museum of Art
480 East Broad St, Columbus, OH, 43215
Taste Test the Past: Holiday BakingWood
Join the Wood County Museum for our American 250 themed cooking series: Taste Test the Past! From gingerbread to Christmas cookies, learn about holidays past through delicious baked goods. Samples and recipes provided!
07 Dec
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Wood County History
13660 County Home Road, Bowling Green, OH 43402
Tea & Talk Series: Frozen Frontlines & Candy Lifelines: Remembering the Korean WarWood
Join Adriane Weisert as she explores the Korean War, the Chosin Reservoir and how the TV show M*A*S*H and the Tootsie Roll influenced not only troops but the people of the USA and their feelings about the war.
10 Dec
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wood County Museum
13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, 43402
Wreaths Across America
The City of Mason and Deerfield Township are partnering with Wreaths Across America this Holiday season to make sure that no veteran is forgotten. Wreaths Across America is a national initiative that aims to place a wreath at each gravesite of our Nation’s veterans. Let’s come together as a community to supply wreaths for the […]
19 Dec
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
171 Mason Montgomery Rd, Mason, OH 45040
Wreaths Across America at Mound CemeteryWashington
Wreaths will be placed on Civil War Veterans graves by community members as they “Say their name”
19 Dec
12:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Mound Cemetery
514 Cutler St., Marietta, OH 45750
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