‘REJOICE AMERICA’ mural
REJOICE AMERICA’ by environmental artist David Jakupca is the World’s Smallest Hand Painted Outdoor Mural commemorating America’s 250th Anniversary was dedicated at the Edelweiss Garden of the historic ARK in Berea Museum on July, 4th, 2026. ‘REJOICE AMERICA’ celebrates murals as visual expressions of identity, civilization, lifestyle, education and belonging. Drawing from America’s rich cultural […]
Threads Through Time
Celebrate America 250 with us! “Threads Through Time”, our special Heritage Day event, will feature one-of-a-kind textiles from our collection. Visitors will see a quilt from the Pickering Family with names embroidered into it, a flag made by local women to honor soldiers who served in WWI with their names stitched onto stars, and a […]
Light to Unite: July 4 Illuminated Landmarks Initiative
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026 Time: Evening (after sunset) Location: Participating landmarks and buildings nationwide (including communities across Ohio) Event Description: Endorsed by America250 and the National League of Cities, Light to Unite is a nationwide initiative inviting communities to illuminate local landmarks, buildings, and public spaces in red, white, and blue on the […]
Timeline of Poland, Ohio history
Three large vertical banners display the history of Poland Township (Range OneTown one) of the Western Reserve.
Depot Day at the Galion Big Four Depot
Celebrate National Train Day at the Big Four Depot in Galion. There will be a special presentation on Lincoln’s Funeral Train through Galion, as well as raffles, door prizes, displays, and items for sale.
1776 Patriotic Home Decorating Contest in Green Springs, OH
Join us in showing your community spirit for the 1776 Patriotic Home Decorating Contest in Green Springs! In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, residents are invited to deck out their homes in red, white, and blue. Show off your most creative patriotic displays for a chance to win and help turn the village into a […]
Artist Trading Cards of Cincinnati exhibition
Artist trading cards creation and free trading, original artwork for purchase.
Painted Pianos Project
There will be approximately 6-8 pianos throughout the downtown from June 8th, 2026 – September 1, 2026. Each piano is part of a community art initiative inviting local artists to celebrate the themes of America250-Ohio.
Model Train Expo with YMRA
What better way to celebrate National Train Day than with a visit from the Youngstown Model Railroad Association!? Members of YMRA will present, sharing stories and anecdotes about the local history of railways and the joys of model railroading. Check out their display of scale cars and train memorabilia. After the hourlong presentation, during the […]
A Legacy Revived: Exploring Stark County’s Rich Black History
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 […]