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 […]
LEIHS’s “I Signed” Event
Lake Erie Islands’ Pioneers will greet guests at the LEIHS Museum to sign the Official Declaration of Independence Lake Erie Island Ledger commemorating the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence. Signers will also receive a commemorative copy of the Declaration of Independence they can sign and take home.
America 250 Family Celebration of Ross County, Featuring the Brigade of the American Revolution
Step back in time at the Adena Mansion & Gardens on June 13–14, 2026, for the America 250 Celebration with the Brigade of the American Revolution, Northwest Department. Experience the sights and sounds of the 18th century through artillery demonstrations, musket and rifle drills, soldiers’ kit presentations, and period military music. Visitors can explore hands-on […]
American Heritage Timeline
Meet American soldiers spanning several pivotal wars, notable people from the Revolutionary War, and key signers of the Declaration of Independence at Fort Laurens, Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort. Additionally, enjoy a duel between General Lachlan McIntosh and Button Quinette. Tickets are $10 for ages 12 & up. For more information, contact Fort Laurens at […]
America 250-Ohio & Granville Serves: Remembering Veterans
Monument Dedication Ceremony honoring America’s 250th anniversary and in memory of our veterans buried at Old Colony Burial Ground, hosted by the Granville Chapter, Daughters of the American Revolution. Granville Facts: Old Colony was established in 1805, at the time Granville was founded, as part of the original plat of the Village. The first burial […]
Ohio Open Doors
Ohio Open Doors is state-wide biennial event during which stewards of historic building and places open their doors to the public for special tours and programs. Many events are exclusive to Ohio Open Doors. Discover Ohio’s amazing heritage as historic buildings and landmarks across our state open their doors to you for special tours and events. […]
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.
Seneca East’s Stars, Stripes, & Lights
Long story short, this is a high school/middle school cross-country meet located at Seneca East Schools in Seneca County (NW Ohio). We are a small farming community, but we display an extraordinary sense of patriotism and pride in our country year-round, and most definitely each September with the cross-country meet we host, titled the “Stars, […]