Celebrating America’s Birthday 250 years on US 250

Join us at the Bailey Lakes Hall for a look at local history, including Bailey Lakes, Clear Creek Township, and Savannah. Several artifacts, documents, flags, and more will be on display from 10 A.M. – 5 P.M. on July 25, 2026. All ages and abilities are invited to a friendly pickup softball game along with […]
Keynote “America at 250 – The Nation, The Founding, and The Ohio State University” by Prof. Christopher Nichols at the OSURA: 2026 Annual Conference

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 […]
Music And Arts Festival Riverside Cemetery

Free musical events and arts vendors. Historic tours.
A Musical History of Ohio

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.
Vintage Voices Musical Celebration of 250 years of Independence!
Vintage Voices of Granville is a choir that was founded in 1999 in order to provide mature singers an opportunity to sing and perform for a variety of audiences in the Licking County area. They will be singing several patriotic songs during this performance which they hope will leave you with pride and gratitude for […]
Holiday at Home

For over 40 years, the Van Wert County Historical Society has hosted Holiday at Home on July 4th. We are excited to be celebrating America’s 250th Birthday, this year. Grab your lawn chairs and swing by after the parade for free family activities, music and a food tent to support our new Genealogy and Local […]
America 250 Patriotic and Gospel Concert

America 250 Patriotic and Gospel Concert featuring world renowned gospel artist Kevin Shorey, Grammy nominated country artist Barbara Fairchild singing her hit song “Teddy Bear” and local talent Crystal City Chorus. The celebration continues after the concert with an ice cream social courtesy of Velvet Ice Cream!
Addyston American 250 Community Picnic

Come join us in Addyston for our Ohio homecoming picnic at the park for an afternoon of fun old time games, music, dancing, food, crafts, face painting, tattoos, reminiscing with old friends, and meeting new ones, sharing our Village’s history and our future!
Fremont Federal Credit Union Car Show

Downtown Fremont Inc Presents Fremont Federal Credit Union Car Show July 4th from 5:00-8:00pm Goodie Bags, Food and Music, Dash Plaques, 50/50 Raffle, Kids Zone and Free Registration! Also join us for the Red, White and Brainfreeze Popsicle Eating Contest! (Sign Up at Down Thyme Cafe or Downtown Fremont Inc) To register for the Car […]
End of Summer Reading Block Party & Car Show

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon at our Spectacular End of Summer Reading Block Party and Car Show! We’re wrapping up summer with an exciting celebration packed with fun for the whole family! Enjoy awesome door prizes, amazing street magic from Michael Mage, great music spun by DJ Mr. Ed Gutchall, tasty snacks, cool cars, […]