Fort Laurens: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Rededication

Join the Ohio History Connection, the Zoar Community Association, the Ohio National Guard, the Sons of the American Revolution, the Daughters of the American Revolution, and state officials for a ceremony to rededicate the Tomb of the Unknown Patriot of the American Revolution at Fort Laurens, Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort. A wreath-laying ceremony will be […]

Columbus Air Show

The 2026 Columbus Air Show promises to be a weekend packed with heart-pounding air performances and family-friendly activities. This is your chance to get up close to see the aircraft and pilots in action! NEW IN 2026 – TWILIGHT PYROTECHNICS AND FIREWORKS SHOW We are excited to share that on Friday, June 19, and Saturday, […]

Coffee with a Colonial

Have you ever wanted to chat with a Revolutionary War soldier? Curious about Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort? On July 4th, you’ll have the chance! Join us at Tim Hortons from 9:00–10:00 AM for Coffee with a Colonial, a relaxed and interactive discussion about Fort Laurens and the 8th Pennsylvania Regiment. Your host will appear […]

Coffee with a Colonial

Have you ever wanted to chat with a Revolutionary War soldier? Curious about Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort? On June 6th, you’ll have the chance! Join us at Tim Hortons from 9:00–10:00 AM for Coffee with a Colonial, a relaxed and interactive discussion about Fort Laurens and the 8th Pennsylvania Regiment. Your host will appear […]

Open House at the Shawshank Workshop

We will have a reenactment event of an Encampment during the American Revolution. Also, the 1976 time capsule will be opened for all to see, and there will be the 2026 time capsule. People will each get papers to write new ideas for the 2026 capsule. We will also have handouts for events that will […]

Reenactment: American Revolution in the Ohio Country

The Ohio Statehouse will come alive with an American Revolution encampment where visitors can step back in time to experience the sights and sounds of a late 18th-century military camp. Guests will see Captain Joseph Ogle’s Company of the Ohio County, Virginia Militia in action and feel the energy of the Heritage Fife and Drums […]

America 250 Celebration: America in 1776

Join us for a two-day celebration of America, complete with costumed interpreters, 18th-century games, and historic demonstrations at the historic Adena Mansion and Gardens.

Homefront to Warfront

Troop train rides are in conjunction with the America 250-OH event, “Homefront to Warfront.” This is a joint event held simultaneously with the Age of Steam Roundhouse Museum, held in both Dennison and Sugarcreek, Ohio. Enjoy the “Homefront” of WWII in Dennison and the “Warfront ” at the Age of Steam Roundhouse Museum’s Steam to […]