WartherFest 2026

We are celebrating 90 years of being a museum! Ernest “Mooney” Warther officially opened a dedicated museum building in 1936 to house his carvings and show them to visitors from around the world, and 90 years later, we are still doing just that! Come celebrate with us on June 12th and 13th as we have […]
Zoar Agriculture Tours

Explore the rich farming heritage of the Zoar community on this guided tour highlighting the vital role agriculture played in the daily lives and success of the Separatists. Discover the location of historic barns, gardens, and tools, and learn how communal farming practices sustained the village and shaped its unique way of life. A fascinating […]
A Walk Through History

Independence Dam State Park to Host “A Walk-Through History” Commemorating America 250 DEFIANCE, Ohio – Independence Dam State Park (IDSP), in conjunction with the Friends of Independence Dam State Park (FOIDSP), is proud to announce its two-day historical event, “A Walk-Through History.” This immersive, family-friendly event will tell the story of America through the years, […]
America 250: In Freedom’s Name: Stories of Service from the Johnston Cemetery

Set among the stones of the Johnston Cemetery, In Freedom’s Name reflects on the lives of service and the lasting meaning of freedom in America’s story. Historian John Bry will lead the tours. The cost is $10 for non-members and $0 for members. Registration is required.
Waynesfield America 250 Picnic Celebration

Waynesfield’s America 250 celebration will be held in conjunction with the Dedication of the Waynesfield Veterans Memorial Park and The Gold Star Family Memorial. The Ohio Village Muffins will play an exhibition game in the afternoon.
Zoar Towpath Trail History Tours

Walk the scenic Ohio and Erie Towpath Trail between Zoar and Fort Laurens, Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort, while exploring the rich history of the Ohio & Erie Canal. This guided tour highlights the canal’s vital role in the growth of Zoar, a thriving communal village. Learn how the canal shaped commerce, travel, and daily […]
America 250-Ohio – Granville Celebrating Parks
This is a Granville Parks Adventure Challenge dedicated to the parks in Granville. To celebrate Granville’s parks, the first 50 people to complete these challenges and present the answers to the Parks Challenge Questions will receive an America 250-Ohio commemorative keepsake. This challenge kicks off in June 2026. Pick up your Parks Challenge Sheet on […]
America 250-Ohio & Granville Celebrates America’s Outdoors
America Goes Outdoors with a Special Program by Speaker Jeff Gill (Wandering Storyteller) at Granville’s Opera Park. After the program all are welcome to join Jeff Gill and take a walk to Sugar Loaf Park, location of the Granville 1905 celebration. Granville has a rich history of embracing parks and of tree planting as far […]
America 250-Ohio & Granville Celebrates America’s Outdoors
America Goes Outdoors with a Special Program by Speaker Jeff Gill (Wandering Storyteller) at Granville’s Opera Park. After the program all are welcome to join Jeff Gill and take a walk to Sugar Loaf Park, location of the Granville 1905 celebration. Granville has a rich history of embracing parks and of tree planting as far […]
America 250-Ohio & Granville Celebrates America’s Outdoors

America 250-Ohio-Granville Celebrates America’s Outdoors by Exploring Parks, Natural Resources & America’s Native Lands -Take a Guided Tour of Granville Schools Land Lab with Jim Redding and learn Granville’s commitment to America’s native lands. From Granville’s first settlers to present-day Granvillians, Granville has a deep heritage in its parks, land preservation, and green spaces. The […]