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May 2, 2009
The Marvel of Birds
Serpent Mound, PEEBLES
10 a.m.-noon
Join our local naturalist for an enjoyable and informative hike to view the variety of bird species native to the area and other species that are just passing through. Displays of bird-related artifacts in the museum reveal what native peoples thought of birds. Admission: $7/vehicle. Call 800.752.2757. |
May 2, 2009
Pioneer Life in Ohio
Wahkeena Preserve, near LANCASTER
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Join 18th-century reenactors as they demonstrate essential skills used by early pioneers in Ohio. Demonstrations, such as spinning, weaving, open fire cooking are some of the home skills demonstrated, along with techniques on how to construct a log cabin will be conducted throughout the day. At the long hunter's camp, visitors will see hide tanning, flint and steel fire starting and learn about flintlock muskets. There will also be 18th-century fishing techniques demonstrated and everyone can play games and learn about native wildlife of early Ohio. Admission: $10/nonmember car, $5/member car. Call 800.297.1883. |
May 2, 2009
Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums North Central Ohio (Region 2) Regional Meeting
United Methodist Church, 105 W. Main St., NORTH FAIRFIELD
9 a.m-4 p.m.
Hosted by the North Fairfield Historical Association
Interested in local history? OAHSM's annual Region 2 meeting welcomes everyone who's active in preserving the history of Ashland, Crawford, Erie, Huron, Marion, Morrow, Ottawa, Richland, Sandusky, Seneca, Wyandot and other north central Ohio counties. The theme is "The Role of Historical Organizations in Shaping and Engaging Communities." The program includes presentations on "Putting Fun Into Our History" with Ann Basilone-Jones of the Milan Historical Museum, Veronica Vanden Bout of the Sandusky Merry-Go-Round Museum, and Ruth Earl of the North Fairfield Historical Association, "Taking the Fear Out of Technology: Blogs, Podcasts, and Other Forms of Communication," with Maggie Marconi of the Sandusky Library's Follet House Museum, and "Identifying and Organizing Your Photographs," with Ron Davidson of the Sandusky Library. The meeting concludes with a tour of the North Fairfield Historical Museum.
Registration is $32 ($25 for Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums members), and includes lunch. Advance registration by April 27 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. |
May 2, 2009
Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums Northeast Ohio (Region 4) Regional Meeting
Warren-Trumbull County Public Library, 444 Mahoning Ave., NW, WARREN
9 a.m-4 p.m.
Hosted by the Sutliff Museum, Trumbull County Historical Society, and Upton Association
Interested in local history? OAHSM's annual Region 4 meeting welcomes everyone who's active in preserving the history of Ashtabula, Geauga, Mahoning, Portage, Trumbull and other northeast Ohio counties (see also Region 3 meeting in Peninsula April 25). The theme is "The Role of Historical Organizations in Shaping and Engaging Communities." The program includes presentations on "Success Stories in Shaping and Engaging Communities," with Bill Lawson of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society, Carol Faustino of Liberty Historical Society, and Sally Thomas of the Sutliff Museum,' "Recognizing and Overcoming Misconceptions and Limitations of Historical Organizations," with Bill Lawson of Mahoning Valley Historical Society, Martha Ellers of the Trumbull County Historical Society, and Sandy Sarsany of the Upton Association,' "Newsletter Content and Design," with Audrey John of the Niles Historical Society,' "Strategic Planning" with Ken Conklin of the Upton Association,' and "Preserving Recent Historical Materials" with Chuck Kelso of the Mahoning Valley Historical Society. The meeting concludes with a tour of the Harriet Taylor Upton House, John Stark Edwards House, and Sutliff Museum. Registration is $32 ($25 for Ohio Association of Historical Societies & Museums members), and includes lunch. Advance registration by April 27 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. |
May 2, 2009
Connecting to Collections Talk - "The Van Fleet Family of Cincinnati: Researching Military Service in World War I"
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. |
May 3, 2009
Community Open House
Schoenbrunn Village, NEW PHILADELPHIA
All-day
Celebrate the 237th Anniversary of the Moravian Arrival to Ohio and construction of Schoenbrunn Village on the day that David Ziesberger brought his followers. Free admission to Schoenbrunn all day along with costumed interpreters and special guided tours by area school children. Admission: FREE. Contact: Schoenbrunn Village toll free at 877-278-8020 or email depot@tusco.net |
May 3, 2009
Let's Go Fly a Kite
National Road/Zane Grey Museum, NORWICH
noon-4 p.m.
Join us for a day of outdoor fun. Fly your own kite or try your hand at making one. The Friends of the National Road/Zane Grey Museum will have sandwiches, snacks and beverages available for purchase. Museum admission: $7/adults, $3/youth, FREE/ Ohio Historical Society members. Donations accepted for kite-making supplies. Call 800.752.2602. |
May 3, 2009
Mother's Day Special Tea at the Dillon House
Hayes Presidential Center, FREMONT
1-3 p.m.
Give Mom a present she'll not soon forget by treating her to a leisurely pre-Mother's Day afternoon tea at the historic Dillon House. This 1873 Victorian home provides an elegant backdrop for a formal tea featuring linen-covered tables, fine china, costumed wait staff and more! Admission: $25/adult, $14/children. For reservations, call 800.998.PRES. |
May 3, 9-10, 16-17, 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, FREE/ Ohio Historical Society members. Call 800.297.1883. |
May 6, 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. For reservations, call 800.998.PRES. |
May 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2009
Echoes in Time Theatre Presents "Artemus Ward, Master Showman"
Ohio Historical Center, COLUMBUS
7 and 8 p.m.
Artemus Ward was the creation of Charles Browne, an editor of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Billed as a master showman, Artemus Ward traveled the United States to amuse and entertain audiences. Like Mark Twain, although fictional, he made people laugh, including Abraham Lincoln. The president once read a chapter from "A. Ward, His Book" to his cabinet, much to the chagrin and disgust of Secretary of War Stanton. 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. |
May 9, 2009
Connecting to Collections Talk - "Ohio Flicks"
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. |
May 16, 2009
Three Sisters
Serpent Mound, PEEBLES
noon-4 p.m.
Learn how the Fort Ancient culture, the architects of the serpent effigy, provided food for their community by growing the Three Sisters - corn, beans and squash. Assist staff and volunteers as they plant the site's experimental Native American garden using both historic and modern tools. Admission: $7/vehicle. Call 800.752.2757. |
May 16, 2009
Connecting to Collections Talk - "Mapping Ancient Earthworks: The James Marshall Collection"
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. |
May 16, 2009
Lantern Tour
Schoenbrunn Village, NEW PHILADELPHIA
TBA
Visit Schoenbrunn Village for the first Lantern Tour of the year. A time when history comes to life as guests are invited to visit the Village after hours while it is aglow with candle and lantern light. Costumed interpreters share not only a taste of the 1770s but a chance to experience activities of everyday life at Schoenbrunn Village. Admission: $7/adults, $6/seniors, $4/children. Contact: Schoenbrunn Village toll free at 877-278-8020 or email depot@tusco.net |
May 23, 2009
Connecting to Collections Talk - "Tourism at the Ohio Penitentiary 1833-1930"
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. |
May 23-25, 2009
First Siege 1813 and Memorial Day
Fort Meigs, PERRYSBURG
Saturday-Sunday, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday, noon-5 p.m.
The British are coming! United States and British soldiers and Woodland Indians re-create historic 1813 battles at Fort Meigs. See re-created battles and demonstrations featuring musket and artillery, camp life and period baking. Returning this year is 1813 Patrol and a ladies tea. All ladies are invited to attend the tea and learn more about 1812-era food and crafts. On Memorial Day, honor the men and women of our armed forces as War of 1812 soldiers and civilians reenact camp life throughout the day. A special wreath-laying ceremony takes place at 2 p.m. in front of the Pennsylvania monument. Admission: $9/adults, $5/youth (ages 6-12), $1/ Ohio Historical Society members. Call 800.283.8916. |
May 25, 2009
All-American Memorial Day Celebration
Harding Home, MARION
noon-3 p.m.
Enjoy an afternoon on the lawn at President and Mrs. Harding's home. Spread out a blanket on the lawn and listen to musical performances from the famous Harding Front Porch. Visitors can take a special tour of the home highlighting Harding's involvement with U.S. veterans. The Marion Vietnam War Museum also will display memorabilia from its collections. Take part in kids games on the lawn, special activities and an apple-pie-eating contest. Food will be available for additional purchase. Active members of the armed forces, their spouses and children receive free admission with current military ID. House tour admission: $6/adults, $3/youth, FREE/Ohio Historical Society members. Call 800.600.6894. |
May 30, 2009
National Road Yard Sale
National Road/Zane Grey Museum, NORWICH
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Be a part of this multi-state extravaganza, along our All American Road Scenic Byway, the National Road. This museum is the only museum along the byway dedicated to the National Road and its history. As part of this extravaganza, vendors on site will be selling National Road treasures and much more. The Friends of the National Road/Zane Grey Museum will have sandwiches, snacks and beverages available for purchase. Museum admission: $7/adults, $3/youth, FREE/Ohio Historical Society members. Admission to yard sale: FREE. Call 800.752.2602. |
May 30, 2009
Connecting to Collections Talk - "Ohio Memory: Making History Online"
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. |
May 31, 2009
Fern Frolic Hike
Wahkeena Preserve, near LANCASTER
1-2:30 p.m.
Wahkeena's rich botanical diversity includes 26 different types of ferns. Join the naturalist as we hike and explore these often-overlooked flora. Admission: $7/car, FREE/ Ohio Historical Society members. Call 800.297.1883. |
May 31, 2009
Muffins 1860s Base Ball
Ohio Village, COLUMBUS
12:30 and 2 p.m.
Spring is in full swing at the Ohio Village in Columbus as the Muffins get cooked up to play another game of 1860s base ball. Come join us for an afternoon of fun as the Muffins take on the Miami Big Red from Oxford, Ohio, and then watch the Miami Big Red engage the Blue Ashlars of Columbus. Seating is limited, so bring a chair to this fun and exciting event! Admission: FREE. $4/parking fee for nonmembers. Call 614.297.2300 or 800.686.6124. |
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