Underground Railroad Gathering 2026
On September 27-28, 2026, America 250-Ohio will host the third annual Underground Railroad Gathering at the Cleveland History Center. The Underground Railroad Gathering is a historic event dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the Underground Railroad in Ohio. This free, two-day event is open to the public and will bring together community members, historians, […]
David Adams Underground Railroad Marker Induction Ceremony
Join the Adams family and community partners in Findlay for a special ceremony recognizing the induction of the David Adams Ohio Historical Marker into the National Park Service’s Underground Railroad Network to Freedom Program. The marker, “The Underground Railroad in Hancock County,” honors David Adams and recognizes the Adams family’s history and multi-county, multi-generational involvement […]
Running Against History: The Enduring Legacy of Jesse Owens
Celebrate the enduring legacy of Jesse Owens on Sept. 18 at Ohio State University with a special panel discussion, archival exhibits and reception marking the 90th anniversary of his historic 1936 Olympic achievements.
Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony
Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026 Time: 11:00 a.m. Location: Ohio Statehouse, West Plaza (Columbus, Ohio) Description: Senator Hearcel F. Craig cordially invites the community to celebrate Juneteenth 2026 at a ceremonial flag raising at the Ohio Statehouse. This meaningful event will honor the history and significance of Juneteenth through a formal flag raising ceremony, […]
Juneteenth on the Ave
Juneteenth on the Ave. Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Mount Vernon Avenue (Bronzeville) Address: 835 Mt. Vernon Ave., Columbus, OH 43203 Cost: Free and open to the public Event Description: Join the community for Juneteenth on the Ave., a vibrant, family-friendly celebration honoring freedom, history and culture in […]
Lunch and Learn: The Journey to Juneteenth
Drop in and enjoy light refreshments as we explore the local history of the upcoming Juneteenth National Independence Day in June 19.
Galion Barbershops: “Cutting Hair and Creating Culture, How Black Barbers Forged Political & Social Networks”
Dr. Margaret Sumner of the Ohio State University at Marion will give a presentation on how Black barbers forged political and social networks in the early days of Galion, Ohio. The opening of the “Galion Barbershop Exhibit” will immediately follow Dr. Sumner’s presentation.
Black Patriots: Untold Heroes of the American Revolution
The Clark County Historical Society will host a Speaker Series program on Thursday, February 19, at 6 p.m. at the Heritage Center in Crabill Discovery Hall. As part of America 250 commemorations in 2026, this program, given by Dale Henry, a local historian with the Gammon House, will explore the often-overlooked stories of Black patriots […]
Black History of Knox County Exhibition
This exhibit on Black History of Knox County will be on view in Kenyon College’s Chalmers Library from January 7th, 2026 – March 4th, 2026. Located on the first floor of the library, the exhibit is in the Bulmash Exhibition Hall. The Building is generally open to the public 8am-6pm on weekdays, and 12pm-4pm on […]
Voices for Truth Discussion: Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man
Celebrate Black History Month with Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man—discussing its 1950s impact and relevance for today. Celebrate Black History Month by introducing yourself to one of the most acclaimed works by an African American author: Invisible Man, written by Ralph Ellison over five years and published in 1952. The National Book Award was one of […]