Walking Through History: Discovering the Former Forest Hill Estate
In 1873, John D. Rockefeller, the richest man in the world at the time, built a “water cure” spa alongside investment partners on land in East Cleveland. That venture failed, and Rockefeller decided to turn the facility into his summer residence called “Forest Hill.” City of Cleveland Heights Landmark Commissioners Jim Nemastil and Dani Cohen […]
Franklinton Roots Tour
Start at 780 River Street, Columbus, Ohio 43222, at the Old Franklinton Cemetery. Choose a start time of 9:30 a.m. or 10:00 a.m. and follow a route to four early Franklinton locations. Costumed interpreters will share lively history, mystery, and fun along the way. Refreshments will be served at the endpoint. Collect passport stamps at […]
Rooted in History: Discovering Cleveland Heights’ Heritage Trees
The city’s oldest trees survive from the native forest of the late 1700s. They are living monuments to our natural past. Roy Larick will present the history of the Moses Cleaveland Tree program (1946-1986) and introduce a new countywide Heritage Tree initiative. Cleveland Heights can now nominate a new set of favorite ancient trees. Learn […]
Walking Through History: Discovering the Former Forest Hill Estate
In 1873, John D. Rockefeller, the richest man in the world at the time, built a “water cure” spa alongside investment partners on land in East Cleveland. That venture failed, and Rockefeller decided to turn the facility into his summer residence called “Forest Hill.” City of Cleveland Heights Landmark Commissioners Jim Nemastil and Dani Cohen […]
Ohio Open Doors at Thorla McKee Oil Well and Narrow Guage Railroad
Explore Two Stories That Helped Shape Ohio’s Industrial Past Discover the Thorla-McKee Well, an early Ohio oil and gas site where Silas Thorla and Robert McKee unexpectedly discovered oil and natural gas while drilling for salt brine in 1814. The site represents one of the earliest documented examples of oil production in North America and […]
Celebrating 250 Years in New London – Grove Street Cemetery Tour followed by Open House at the Museum
Guests will visit ten grave sights of prominent persons pulled from 250 years of New London history which will be followed by a gathering at the New London Area Historical Society museum to explore selected displays that represent the village of New London’s place in 250 years of history nationwide.
Buckeye Lake Tour of Homes
Join the Buckeye Lake Area Civic Association for a delightful adventure at the 41st Annual Buckeye Lake Tour of Homes. Mark your calendars for a day of architectural splendor and lakeside charm. Event Schedule: Boat Departures: 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 1:30 PM Duration: Approximately 2 hours per tour Special Features: Guided Tours: Gain insights […]
Cemetery Walk at Holy Trinity and Union Cemeteries
This year’s Cemetery Walk will be located at both the Holy Trinity and Union Cemeteries located on Tiffin St., Bucyrus. In celebration of America 250, the Bucyrus Historical Society will explore these two cemeteries to honor Bucyrus founders, Sam and Mary Norton and family, Lauretta Schimmoler (founder of the Aerial Nurse Corps of America), and […]
Bexley Historical Society Banner Project
The Bexley Historical Society and the Bexley Community Foundation are bringing local history to the street with a new outdoor banner project. Original artwork by Edie Mae Herrel, depicting Bexley’s historic sites and buildings, will be displayed on banners along E. Main Street, Bexley’s primary downtown corridor, home to shops, restaurants, and City Hall, for […]
Englewood Dam Tour
Tour Englewood Dam, the largest of the five earthen flood-control dams built by the Miami Conservancy District following the Great Flood of 1913. See the engineering up close, meet the team that maintains it, and discover how this century-old system protects Southwest Ohio — part of the region’s story as America marks its 250th anniversary.