Ohio Plays – Sports & Wellness Exhibit at Garst Museum
Garst Museum presents an exhibit for America 250-Ohio’s monthly theme, featuring Sports & Wellness.
America 250-Ohio is proud to offer Ohioans the following “Featured Events” to help you explore this theme. These carefully crafted experiences and programs shine a spotlight on Ohio’s many contributions to the American story over the past 250 years and beyond.
Join us for three panel discussions with all-stars of Ohio Sports!
America 250-Ohio is proud to work with organizations around the state to elevate Ohio’s central role in the development of our nation. Below you will find key partner events that help us celebrate Ohio’s contributions within this particular theme.
Ohio has long been center-stage in America’s athletic landscape. From Olympians to local legends, Ohio has revolutionized American sports.
Northeast Ohio Baseball Pioneers* (America 250-Ohio Blog)
Memory Fox Prompt for America 250-Ohio* (Coming Soon!)
Ohio Champion of Sports Blog (OHC)
Ohio’s Sports Heroes and Forgotten Stories (Medium.com)
What is the History of Sports in Cleveland, Ohio? (Cleveland Discoveries)
Hidden History of Cleveland Sports (Book by Marc Bona)
History of the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA)
Ohio Baseball Greats in Ohio Memory (Ohio Memory)
Who’s On First: Baseball Firsts in Ohio History (Ohio Memory)
Cincinnati Vintage Base Ball Club
100 Years of the NFL (Ohio Memory)
The History of the Pro Football Hall of Fame (Pro Football Hall of Fame)
Powerhouses of Ohio High School Football: The 50s and 60s (Book by Tim Raab, foreword by Bobby Carpenter)
Wellness and fitness thrive in Ohio, where vibrant communities, beautiful natural spaces, and year-round recreational opportunities.
2026 Columbus Metro Bike Map & Regional Trail Guide (Central Ohio Greenways, Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission)
