Stories at the Center: Author Eric Gnezda in Conversation with Alec Wightman
Award-winning singer-songwriter Eric Gnezda discusses his moving memoir, “Stories at the Center: A Memoir of Miles, Music and Meaning” with music producer/promoter Alec Wightman. Eric will share some music and will autograph books after the show.
America 250 Chalk the Walk
Residents are invited to help decorate the walking path at South Central Park in preparation for the Memorial Day Parade. Chalk will be provided. The event is free to the public.
Highland County’s America 250 Celebration
Highland County is proud to invite residents and visitors to join in a special America 250 celebration honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States in Highland County on Friday, July 17 and Saturday, July 18, 2026. This meaningful community event will bring history to life through engaging presentations, courthouse tours, community activities, and patriotic […]
Miami County Liberty Next Generation Kids Camp – America 250 theme
Miami County Liberty’s Next Generation Liberty Kids Camp. Free for children ages 7-16. Join us for a fun, hands‑on evening celebrating America’s history and heroes! Kids will rotate through exciting stations where they can ride vintage trucks, write letters to service members, create flag crafts, and get moving with a mini boot camp. Along the […]
America 250: Lancaster, Ohio Patriotic Decorating Contest (Community Vote)
Join us in celebrating Lancaster’s patriotic spirit through the Patriotic Decorating Contest community voting period! From June 1 through July 4, residents and visitors are invited to explore decorated homes and businesses throughout Lancaster and vote for their favorite patriotic displays. Entries range from classic red, white, and blue to creative and fully transformed properties, […]
The Signers & Women of the Patriots
Presented by the Arcanum Wayne Historical Society, featuring Carole Fourman & Annette Stewart, sharing many facets of the Revolutionary War, how it affected families in various ways, and how the women managed.
Garst Museum Washinton’s Generals Lecture Series: Israel Putnam – Legend or Hero?
The Garst Museum is pleased to announce the third lecture in Washington’s Generals, a year-long lecture series celebrating 250 years of American independence by exploring the key leaders who helped George Washington win the Revolutionary War. Israel Putnam was one of only two generals unanimously chosen by Congress. The other was George Washington himself. But […]
Coffee with Collections
Join Stan Hywet’s Collections staff for a warm, conversational morning as they share the heart of the America 250 exhibit, The Families That Built Akron, an exhibition developed alongside everyday Akron families and on view in the Manor House May 23 through September 13, 2026. Hear firsthand how local history came to life in this […]
Secrets from the Archives
Ever wonder what’s hidden behind the scenes at Stan Hywet? Get an exclusive peek as the Archives team unveils rarely seen documents, shares the stories behind recent discoveries, and gives an inside look at current preservation projects. This intimate, behind-the-scenes experience is offered in two small-group sessions, with only 20 spots per session, these will […]
Preserving Your Family History
Discover how to safeguard your most treasured memories with guidance from the Archives team at Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens. This informative and engaging program will walk you through best practices for preserving photographs, scrapbooks, letters, and more—helping ensure your family’s stories last for generations. This program also connects to Stan Hywet’s America 250 exhibition, […]