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April 1, 2009
Dillon House Victorian Tea
Hayes Presidential Center, FREMONT
1-3 p.m.
Experience the elegance of a formal Victorian-era tea hosted in the grandeur of an 1873 historic home. Costumed wait staff see to every need, while piano music plays in the background. A featured entertainer performs tableside. Admission: $20/ person. To register, call 800.998.PRES. |
April 5, 2009
RootsMagic Workshop
Hayes Presidential Center, FREMONT
1-4 p.m.
Learn tips and tricks for using one of the most popular pieces of software for genealogists. Presented by the software designer Bruce Buzbee. Cost: FREE. To register, call 800.998.PRES. |
April 5, 2009
Muffins 1860s Base Ball Opening Day
Ohio Village, COLUMBUS
2 p.m.
Its base ball (yep, two words) season once again in Columbus! Come celebrate America's pastime while taking in the start of another exciting season of Muffins base ball, 1860s style. Players wear uniforms and play with equipment from the sport's past. Seating is limited and the air promises to be chilly, so bring a chair and a blanket for this enjoyable afternoon of family fun. Admission: $8/adult, $4/youth, FREE/OHS members, $4/parking fee for nonmembers. Call 614.297.2300 or 800.686.6124. |
April 4, 2009
Connecting to Collections Talk - "Cedar Bog: It's Fen-tastic!"
Ohio Historical Center, COLUMBUS
2 p.m.
Get up close with Ohio Historical Society collections and connect with the evidence of the past through this weekly series lead by one of the OHS curatorial and collections experts. Admission: $8/adults, $7/senior, $4/youth (ages 6-12), FREE/Ohio Historical Society members and children 5 years and under, $4/parking nonmembers. Call 800.686.6124. |
April 4, 2009
Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums East Ohio (Region 5) Regional Meeting
Arden Shisler Conference Center, Ohio Agricultural Research and Development Center, 1680 Madison Ave., WOOSTER
9 a.m-4 p.m.
Hosted by the Wayne County Historical Society
Interested in local history? OAHSM's annual Region 5 meeting welcomes everyone who's active in preserving the history of Carroll, Columbiana, Harrison, Holmes, Jefferson, Stark, Tuscarawas, Wayne and other eastern Ohio counties. The theme is "The Role of Historical Organizations in Shaping and Engaging Communities." The program includes presentations on "Benefits of Collaboration: Money, Publicity, People, and Engagement," with Kathy Fernandez of the North Canton Heritage Society, Matt Lautzenheiser of the Dover Historical Society, and Jeff Musselman of the Wayne County Historical Society, "Reaching Out to Celebrate Historical Anniversaries," with Kim Kenney of the William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, and "Collections: Learning to Say Yes, No, or Maybe," with Jason Aikens of Canton's Pro Football Hall of Fame.
The meeting concludes with a tour of the Wayne County Historical Society. Registration is $32 ($25 for Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums members), and includes lunch. Advance registration by March 23 is required. To register, or for more information, call toll free 1-800-858-6878, visit www.ohiohistory.org/register, or e-mail oahsm@ohiohistory.org. |
April 5, 2009
2009 Campus Martius Lecture Series - "The Restoration of the Rufus Putnam House"
Campus Martius, MARIETTA
2 - 4 p.m.
The Rufus and Persis Putnam House at Campus Martius has been on the same spot since it was built in 1788. That's not to say that the house wasn't remodeled throughout its history because it has been. The latest "remodeling" project was the restoration undertaken by the Ohio Historical Society from 1966-'72. Don Hutslar, the curator who worked on that restoration, comes to Campus Martius to reveal what he learned, explode many myths about the house and answer questions. Call 800.860.0145. |
April 9, 2009
The Roaring '20s
Ohio Historical Center, COLUMBUS
6-7 p.m.
Join the Ohio Historical Society and BalletMet Columbus as we celebrate the Roaring '20s. In connection with BalletMet's premier of "The Great Gatsby " April 24, come learn about America in the 1920s, meet choreographer Jimmy Orrante and BalletMet dancers. OHS interpreters take you back in time to the days of the Great Gatsby story with insights into everyday life during this period. Learn about the making of the ballet, its costumes and how a choreographer uses dance to tell the story. The evening concludes with a Charleston dance demonstration by the Lindyroos. Admission: $8/adults, $7/senior, $4/youth (ages 6-12), FREE/Ohio Historical Society members and children 5 years and under, $4/parking nonmembers. Call 800.686.6124. |
April 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2009
Echoes in Time Theatre Presents "Our Great Loss, the Death of President Lincoln"
Ohio Historical Center, COLUMBUS
7 and 8 p.m.
What took place in the last hours of President Lincoln's life? What rumors were flying around Washington, D.C.? Where was Mary Todd Lincoln and how was she reacting? All of these questions and more will be brought to life as you listen to an account of Joseph Williams, a close friend of one of the physicians attending Lincoln who was there in the last hours of Lincoln's life. Admission: $8/adults, $7/senior, $4/youth (ages 6-12), FREE/Ohio Historical Society members and children 5 years and under, $4/parking nonmembers. Call 800.686.6124. |
April 11, 2009
Hearthside Cooking
Fort Meigs, PERRYSBURG
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Learn how to cook on a hearth with kitchen tools used in the early 1800s. Participants help prepare period recipes to go along with a lunch that they'll eat the end of the class. This year's recipes are different from those used last year. Instructors share tips, recipes and sources of period cookbooks. Admission: $30/adults or youth, $25/ adults or youth Ohio Historical Society member. To register, call 800.766.5334. |
April 11, 2009
Easter SpecialTea at the Dillon House
Hayes Presidential Center, FREMONT
11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Show off your Easter bonnets and new outfits at a formal afternoon tea fashioned after those popular during the Victorian Era. Linen-covered tables, holiday décor, entertainment, and the elegant interiors of the historic 1873 Dillon House makes for an unforgettable experience. Admission: $25/adult, $14/children. To register, call 800.998.PRES. |
April 11, 2009
Wildflower Hike
Serpent Mound, PEEBLES
1-3 p.m.
Enjoy the wonders of spring at Serpent Mound by taking a guided hike through the park. Admission: $7/car. Call 800.752.2757. |
April 11, 2009
Connecting to Collections Talk - "An Ohio Family and Their Seven-Year Project: Nest and Eggs of the Birds of Ohio"
Ohio Historical Center, COLUMBUS
2 p.m.
Get up close with Ohio Historical Society collections and connect with the evidence of the past through this weekly series lead by one of the OHS curatorial and collections experts. Admission: $8/adults, $7/senior, $4/youth (ages 6-12), FREE/Ohio Historical Society members and children 5 years and under, $4/parking nonmembers. Call 800.686.6124. |
April 11, 2009
Hayes Easter Egg Roll
Hayes Presidential Center, FREMONT
2-3:30 p.m.
Children ages 3-10 are invited to re-live a White House tradition started in 1878 by President Rutherford B. Hayes. The Presidents home is site of an Easter Egg Roll reminiscent of the Victorian era. Simply boil and color your own eggs (three in number) as your entry fee to a variety of "rolling" contests. Prizes awarded in four age groups. Admission: FREE (Simply bring three boiled and colored Easter eggs). Call 800.998.PRES. |
April 12, 18 and 26, 2009
Spring Splendors Hike
Wahkeena Preserve, near LANCASTER
1-2:30 p.m.
Join the naturalist for a leisurely hike as we explore the beauty, folklore and medicinal uses of native Ohio wildflowers and orchids. Other topics of natural history will be discussed along the way. Admission: $7/car nonmember, FREE/Ohio Historical Society members. Call 800.297.1883. |
April 18, 2009
Grand Opening of the Cedar Bog Education Center
Cedar Bog, URBANA
9 a.m., Bird Walk, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Open House
Come for the dedication and open house of the new Education Center at Cedar Bog. Tour the facility and learn about this unique fen with its many rare plants and animals. A bird walk through the nature preserve starts at 9 a.m. For more information, call 1-800-860-0147. |
April 18, 2009
Genealogy Workshops - "Introduction to the Columbus Metropolitan Library's Genealogy Collection"
Columbus Metropolitan Library, Main Library Auditorium, 96 S. Grant Ave., COLUMBUS
10 a.m.-noon
Get a more intimate look at Columbus Metropolitan Library's collection and services for genealogists. Areas include Ohio and other states and some of the special collections, such as the Palatines To America (German) and Huguenot (French) collections. You'll also learn about resources available though CML's genealogy webpage. This session is ideal for those who want to find out about the genealogy resources currently available at Columbus Metropolitan Library. Cost: FREE. To register, call 614.645.2275 or go online. |
April 18, 2009
Connecting to Collections Talk - "Historic Transferware: England Caters to American Patriotism"
Ohio Historical Center, COLUMBUS
2 p.m.
Get up close with Ohio Historical Society collections and connect with the evidence of the past through this weekly series lead by one of the OHS curatorial and collections experts. Admission: $8/adults, $7/senior, $4/youth (ages 6-12), FREE/Ohio Historical Society members and children ages 5 and under, $4/parking nonmembers. Call 800.686.6124. |
April 18, 2009
Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums South Central Ohio (Region 9) Regional Meeting
Athens County Historical Society, 65 N. Court St., ATHENS
9 a.m-4 p.m.
Hosted by the Athens County Historical Society
Interested in local history? OAHSM's annual Region 9 meeting welcomes everyone who's active in preserving the history of Athens, Gallia, Hocking, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike, Ross, Scioto, Vinton and other south central Ohio counties. The theme is "The Role of Historical Organizations in Shaping and Engaging Communities." The program includes presentations on "Getting the Word Out," with Amir Eylon, director of the Ohio Division of Travel and Tourism, "Getting Recognition for Your Organization Through Historical Markers and Awards" with Margaret Parker of the Meigs County Historical Society and Joanne Prisley of the Athens County Historical Society, and "Creating Interactive Exhibits" with Heather Reed of the Athens County Historical Society. The meeting concludes with a tour of the Athens County Historical Society Museum and Archives. Registration is $32 ($25 for Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums members), and includes lunch. Advance registration by April 13 is required. To register, or for more information, call toll free 1-800-858-6878, visit www.ohiohistory.org/register, or e-mail oahsm@ohiohistory.org. |
April 18-19, 2009
Yesterday's Essentials: 1812-Era Clothing Conference
Fort Meigs, PERRYSBURG
Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fort Meigs partners with Smoke & Fire, Co. to explore the intricacies of clothing and fashion of the early republic. Presenters discuss many facets of men and women's clothing of the early 1800s. Sessions include fashion shows, a fashion parade of hats and a presentation on uniforms of the 1812 time period. Registration includes Saturday sessions and a guided tour of the fort. Sunday's clothing workshop requires an additional fee. Cost: $50/person, $45/ Ohio Historical Society member. To register, call 800.766.5334. |
April 19, 2009
Zane Grey Day
National Road/Zane Grey Museum, NORWICH
noon-5 p.m.
Experience the hobbies and interests of Zane Grey, the Zanesville author who wrote more than 80 books on the American West. Grey was an avid fisherman, skills he learned in his youth on the Muskingum River. He also was a baseball player, hunter and outdoorsman. The museum will feature fun indoor and outdoor activities, including fishing, a nature hike, fishing lure craft and a Zane Grey movie. The Friends of the National Road/Zane Grey Museum will have sandwiches, snacks and beverages available for purchase. Admission: $8/adults, $4/youth (ages 6-12), $1/ Ohio Historical Society members. Call 800.752.2602. |
April 19, 2009
Muffins Base Ball: Let's Play Ball!
Ohio Village, COLUMBUS
12:30, 2 and 3:30 p.m.
The time has come for another afternoon of base ball fun as the Ohio Village Muffins take on the Canal Fulton Mules and Mansfield Independents. Join us for an afternoon of fun as this triple-header celebrates kids in base ball. Step back to 1939 as we honor the 70th anniversary of Little League. Wear a base ball uniform or bring gently-used baseball equipment for donating to community groups and get $1 off regular admission. Seating is limited and the weather may be chilly, so bring a chair and a blanket for this exciting afternoon of base ball fun! Admission: $8/adult, $4/youth, FREE/OHS members, $4/parking fee for nonmembers. Call 614.297.2300 or 800.686.6124. |
April 19-20, 2009
Octagon Earthworks Open House
Newark Earthworks, NEWARK
Daylight hours
The golf course on the site has suspended play four days each year. Visitors have the opportunity to walk throughout the earthworks during these "golf-free days" and discover this amazing structure that was built over 2,000 years ago. For more information, call 800.589.8224. Admission: FREE. |
April 25, 2009
Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums Southeast Ohio (Region 10) Regional Meeting
The Castle, 418 4th St., MARIETTA
9 a.m-4 p.m.
Hosted by The Castle
Interested in local history? OAHSM's annual Region 10 meeting welcomes everyone who's active in preserving the history of Belmont, Coshocton, Guernsey, Monroe, Morgan, Muskingum, Noble, Washington and other southeast Ohio counties. The theme is "The Role of Historical Organizations in Shaping and Engaging Communities." The program includes presentations on "Why Historical: Engaging Community One Person at a Time," moderated by Andy Verhoff of the Ohio Historical Society's Campus Martius / Ohio River Museum, Marietta, with Scott Britton of Gen. Benjamin D. Fearing Camp 2, Sons Union Veterans of the Civil War, Marietta, Carol Steinhagen of Marietta College, Jean Yost of the Marietta Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution, and Charlotte Powell of the Belpre Historical Society, "Engaging Community: What is Civic Tourism and Should We Care?" with Pat Williamsen of the Ohio Humanities Council, and "Engaging Schools by Addressing Standards," with Glenna Hoff of Campus Martius Museum, Marietta. The meeting concludes with a tour of The Castle, an 1850s Gothic Revival style house museum in the Marietta Historic District. Registration is $32 ($25 for Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums members), and includes lunch. Advance registration by April 20 is required. To register, or for more information, call toll free 1-800-858-6878, visit www.ohiohistory.org/register, or e-mail oahsm@ohiohistory.org. |
April 25, 2009
Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums Northeast Ohio (Region 3) Regional Meeting
Boston Township Hall, 1775 Main St., PENINSULA
9 a.m-4 p.m.
Hosted by Peninsula Library & Historical Society
Interested in local history? OAHSM's annual Region 3 meeting welcomes everyone who's active in preserving the history of Cuyahoga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Summit, and other northeast Ohio counties (see also Region 4 meeting in Warren May 2). The theme is "The Role of Historical Organizations in Shaping and Engaging Communities." The program includes presentations on "Preservation Outside the Museum Walls" with Steve Paschen of Kent State University, Randy Bergdorf of Peninsula Library & Historical Society, Mazie Adams of the Lakewood Historical Society, and Bridget Garvin of Cuyahoga Valley National Park, "Thinking or Rethinking Your Website for Greater Outreach" with Elizabeth Schultz of Oberlin Heritage Center and Judy James of Akron/Summit County Public Library, and "Tips and Tools for Getting Greater Publicity and Membership" with Pat Murphy and Mary Anne Cunningham of Oberlin Heritage Center. The meeting concludes with a tour of the Cuyahoga Valley Historical Museum and Peninsula's restored G.A.R. Hall. Registration is $32 ($25 for Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums members), and includes lunch. Advance registration by April 20 is required. To register, or for more information, call toll free 1-800-858-6878, visit www.ohiohistory.org/register, or e-mail oahsm@ohiohistory.org. |
April 25, 2009
Hands-on History Saturday: Camp Life
Fort Meigs, PERRYSBURG
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Stop by Fort Meigs for a fun-filled day the whole family can enjoy! See musket and artillery demonstrations and camp life activities. Kids (and kids at heart) can play games dating back to the early 1800s and help do laundry by hand! Admission: $8/adults, $7/seniors, $4/youth (ages 6-12), $1/ Ohio Historical Society adults and youth members. |
April 26, 2009
Muffins 1860s Base Ball: Girl Scouts Day
Ohio Village, COLUMBUS
2 p.m.
Come join us for another fun afternoon of base ball fun at the Ohio Village in Columbus as the Muffins take on the Champion City Reapers from Springfield, Ohio, in another exciting match. Seating is limited and the weather may be chilly, so bring a chair and a blanket for this exciting afternoon of base ball fun! Admission: $8/adult, $4/youth, FREE/OHS members, $4/parking fee for nonmembers. Call 614.297.2300 or 800.686.6124. |
April 25 - May 3, 2009
Heirloom Plant Sale
Adena Mansion & Gardens, CHILLICOTHE
Wednesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, noon-5 p.m.
Adena's annual heirloom plant sale features heirloom plants grown in Adena's greenhouses, including heirloom tomatoes, vegetables, herbs, flowers and unique hanging baskets. For the first time, this year's sale will feature a limited number of heirloom roses. Gardening books and tools are available in Adena's Ohio History Store. Spend the day and tour the entire site - Thomas Worthington's 1807 mansion, outbuildings, grounds and Museum and Education Center (site tours not available on Monday or Tuesday). Admission to plant sale: FREE. Admission to site: $8/adults, $4/youth, FREE/Ohio Historical Society members. Tours of the mansion and museum require admission. Call 800.319.7248. |
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