Miami County Celebrates America-250
Miami County will host a Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, on the south side of the Miami County Courthouse. The event will begin at 5:00 p.m. with food trucks and live music, followed by a program featuring community and state leaders, patriotic music, and ceremonial presentations. The evening’s […]
“McKinley’s Own” Canton Grand Army Band Concert
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with an authentic “living history” concert recreating a July 26, 1901, program performed on the lawn of President and Mrs. McKinley’s Canton home. Presented by America Musical Productions. Family fun begins at 5:30 PM, with the concert beginning promptly at 6:30 PM. Kona Ice will be available for purchase. Limited seating […]
Buckeye State Button Society Summer Button Sale
Even before the founding of our country, buttons have been important not only for America’s clothing but also in American industry. Come to the meeting room of the Warther Museum after visiting Freida Warther’s “Button House” and see thousands of buttons available for purchase. See buttons ranging from mother-of-pearl buttons made from Mississippi River mussels […]
Printing the Declaration of Independence at CTPM
When guests arrive, they will hear a short presentation on the signers of the Declaration of Independence. Then they will print an actual copy of the Declaration of Independence on our wooden printing press for a keepsake. Plus other printing experience.
Native American History Canoe Paddle
The Maumee River is a primary life source to communities of the present and past. Join Wood County Parks staff with a special co-leader, community and communications specialist, and Cherokee Nation member Jessie Walton-Summers, on this paddle around the islands. We’ll share the river’s significance to Native Americans who thrived in the area for generations […]
Agricultural History Lecture Series: A Nation of Corn
In 2025, farmers in the United States harvested 17 billion bushels of corn. Yet, today, many Americans are unaware of how corn is grown and where it all goes. This installment of the Agricultural History Lecture Series answers these questions through an examination of corn production in the Midwest and beyond. In remembrance of the […]
“Tales of Euclid Beach Park” Music Concert
Tales of Euclid Beach Park, a special performance commissioned by M.U.S.i.C. Stars in the Classics, is inspired by Cleveland’s iconic amusement park of the same name – Collinwood’s legendary amusement park. The concert features a new suite composed by award-winning composer Chris Neiner. All four movements of the suite will be performed. The evening will […]
Picnic in the Park – Celebrating America 250
Presented by KeyBank, Picnic in the Park invites attendees to celebrate America 250 with food, drinks, entertainment, games, and history in Canal Basin Park. Hosted in conjunction with Cuyahoga County’s annual tours of Veterans Memorial Bridge, Picnic in the Park will connect people to America’s 250th anniversary in the home of Cleveland’s origin story.
Rediscover Veterans Memorial Bridge (Bridge and Subway Tour)
Step inside one of Cleveland’s most significant historic landmarks with self‑guided access to the long‑closed streetcar level of the Veterans Memorial Bridge. As part of America 250, visitors to this year’s event will have the rare opportunity to explore the bridge’s original subway stations and tracks, learn about the bridge’s history, and engage with the […]
Bay Village Historical Society Presents: Lorenzo Carter
Marge Gulley presents a brief historical discussion on Cleveland’s first prominent settler, Lorenzo Carter. Highlighting one of our most treasured artifacts and one of Cleveland’s most storied residents. The event is free to the public.