‘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 […]
America 250 Celebration “Welcome Back to Ohio and the Cleveland Grays”
Celebrate America 250 at the Historic Cleveland Grays Armory Museum at “Welcome Back to Ohio and the Cleveland Grays.” Join the fun. Free Tours of the Historic Cleveland Grays Armory Museum, an 1893 Romanesque-style building with exhibits showcasing the military heritage of Cleveland. Live musical entertainment, including a vintage Wurlitzer Theatre Pipe Organ and a […]
Curator Tour with Angela Fuller and Kareem A. Simpson | Beyond the Picturesque
Explore the exhibition Beyond the Picturesque on a tour with the Taft Museum of Art’s Assistant Curator, Angela Fuller, and Duncanson Program Manager, Kareem A. Simpson! They will guide you through dynamic paintings created by the 2026 Duncanson Artist-in-Residence, Ayana Ross, and highlight the rich artistic legacy of the Duncanson Program’s enduring impact on contemporary […]
Flair on the Square
Flair on the Square is a fine arts festival that features food, a juried art fair, live music, dance performances, a fresh market and more! Kids can enjoy free make & take projects, attendees can watch artist demonstrations, and everyone is invited to share their own artistic talent by participating in a special paint by […]
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 […]
Patriotic “Christmas in July” Car Show & Craft Fair
Join us for the Soprema Senior Center’s Patriotic “Christmas in July” Car Show & Craft Fair with over 40 cars spanning multiple decades! Start your Christmas shopping early with TWO rooms full of handmade items from local senior crafters. Enjoy great food specials in the Soprema Cafe. There will also be chances to WIN great […]
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 […]