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Objects from the Octagon: Archaeological Collections and the Stories They Share - Ohio History Connection

Beginning on January 1st, 2025, The Octagon Earthworks will be open to the public daily for the first time in over a century. What is known today as t

Remembering a Forgotten Legend: Hallie Q. Brown - Ohio History Connection

Once a nationally-renowned speaker, Hallie Quinn Brown is largely unknown today. Learn how to bring this legend into the classroom.

The Case of the Curious Artifact - Ohio History Connection

Recently, while working with a collection from a 1984 Coshocton County rock shelter excavation, I came upon two relatively modern, distinct art

Through the Eyes of a Child - Ohio History Connection

In celebration of the holiday season, we thought you’d enjoy this encounter we had with a 7 year old who visited the museum in Columbus during a spe

Intern Spotlight: Jessica Hammond, Archaeology - Ohio History Connection

Intern Spotlight: Jessica Hammond, Archaeology This fall, we were lucky to have intern, Jessica Hammond, join us for a special project for one of our

Becoming a Witness: Who Will Tell Our History - Ohio History Connection

Many Holocaust survivors bravely told their stories to the next generation. Now, we can help our students carry on their legacy of witness.

Thanksgiving Cards in the Archive - Ohio History Connection

In honor of the holiday, we invite you to view a selection of Thanksgiving cards found in our archival collections.

Foraging for Food in Ohio - Ohio History Connection

Ohio is home to numerous native plants and fruits that are safe to eat, delicious, nutritious—and free! Teachers & students alike will love . .

Matters of Material: Collection Spotlights for Ohio Archaeology Month - Ohio History Connection

Ohio History Connection stewards several sites and collections which focus on archaeology, the study of the past.

From the Archives: New LGBTQ+ History Collections - Ohio History Connection

By Rosalyn DeMattia, Archives Services Intern Hi everyone! I’m Rosalyn (they/them) one of the three Archives Services interns for Fall 2024. I’ve

AMEC Member Histories Questionnaire

Be a part of history by contributing your true stories, artifacts, or personal documents about the AME Church.

Road Trippin' with Truda: Fort Recovery - Ohio History Connection

Join me as I visit the sites in the Ohio History Connection network! This month’s trip took me to Fort Recovery Museum and Monument.

Bringing Children's Voices into the Social Studies Classroom - Ohio History Connection

Learn about bringing children’s perspectives into the social studies classroom to uniquely engage students.

Special Archaeology Presentations - Ohio History Connection

Playing with Scissors: From Fashion Catalog to Mother's Scrapbook - Ohio History Connection

By Wendy Korwin, Archives Services Manager In 1992, Columbus architect Harry Phillian delivered a heavy volume to the Ohio Historical Society, as we w

GOHI: What We've Been Up to (Summer 2024)

Check out the Gay Ohio History Initiative's community engagement from summer 2024!

Road Trippin' with Truda: Leo Petroglyphs - Ohio History Connection

Join Truda as she visits the sites in the Ohio History Connection network! This month's road trip took her to Leo Petroglyphs & Nature Preserve in Ray

Teaching Hispanic Heritage Month – Part 3 - Ohio History Connection

Best practices in integrating Hispanic and Latinx history in the classroom, plus lessons to get you started.

Intern Blog Feature - Ohio History Connection

Check out 2 blog posts written by our 2024 Ohio Village interns! By Alexandrea Clark In the 1800s, the fear of being buried alive was an epidemic. Als

Welcome Sara Polk, our new Curator of Archaeology! - Ohio History Connection

Welcome Sara Polk, our new Curator of Archaeology! The Archaeology Department recently had the pleasure of welcoming Sara Polk as our new Curator of A

Experience Archaeology! - Ohio History Connection

Join us on October 5th from 10am-2pm to celebrate Ohio History Connection’s annual Archae

Framing Hopewell: A Photo Contest - Ohio History Connection

To celebrate our one-year inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we invite you to join our photo contest, "Capturing Hopewell". This contest hig

The Rickman Photograph Collection - Ohio History Connection

Come see a new collection at the Ohio History Connection containing photographs of Elmine and James Rickman.

Sharing Diverse Student Voices: A How To Guide for Publishing Diverse Memoirs - Ohio History Connection

Check out this how-to guide on amplifying diverse student voices. Using a case study of an Ohio school, learn about sharing student voices.

Octagon Earthworks will open to public Jan. 1, 2025 - Ohio History Connection

COLUMBUS – The Ohio History Connection will open the Octagon Earthworks in Newark for full public access Jan. 1, 2025, after reaching a settlement w

Take a Peek Behind "Hide and Seek," a New Exhibit About Ohio Children - Ohio History Connection

Discover our latest exhibit, "Hide and Seek: Finding Young Ohioans in the Archives."

Road Trippin' with Truda: Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks - Ohio History Connection

Join me as I visit the sites in the Ohio History Connection network! This month's road trip took me to the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks sites in Ore

State Capital Funds Will Support Ohio History Connection’s Strategic Plan - Ohio History Connection

COLUMBUS – As part of the fiscal 2025-26 state capital budget bill, the Ohio History Connection has received $63.75 million to fund projects, sites

An Ode To Caterpillars - Ohio History Connection

Caterpillars are arguably the most accessible kind of animal wildlife, especially to children. But they are so much more than that.

A Day in the Life of a Site: Cedar Bog - Ohio History Connection

Take a peek behind the scenes at Cedar Bog Nature Preserve to see what a typical day is like for the staff.

Hot Fun in the Summertime! Stars at the 1980s Ohio State Fair - Ohio History Connection

By Matthew Benz, Manuscripts Curator It’s fair season! And with the Ohio State Fair right “next door” to the Ohio History Center, it’s impossi

Bringing the Often-Overlooked Heroes of Juneteenth Into the Classroom - Ohio History Connection

Looking for ways to inspire your students to continue engaging with inclusive history this summer break? Encourage them to learn about Juneteenth! Cha

From the Archives: New LGBTQ+ History Collections - Ohio History Connection

By Wendy Korwin, Archives Services Manager How long has the Ohio History Connection been collecting, preserving and sharing LGBTQ+ history? It might b

Road Trippin' with Truda: Flint Ridge Ancient Quarries & Nature Preserve - Ohio History Connection

Join me as I visit the sites in the Ohio History Connection network! This month’s trip took me to Flint Ridge Ancient Quarries & Nature Preserve.

AME Church History Project of the NAAMCC

Be a part of the next exhibit at NAAMCC by contributing your true stories, artifacts, or personal documents about the AME Church.

Behind the Exhibit: Columbus Women on the Move - Ohio History Connection

Read about what was left out of Ohio History Connection's latest exhibit and see what Helen Bresee missed while she traveled the world.

Opening Day Exposition on May 25 Heralds New Era for Ohio Village - Ohio History Connection

COLUMBUS – The Ohio History Connection will reopen Ohio Village for the summer season Saturday, May 25, with a full-day Exposition that reflects on

A Day in the Life of a Site: Harriet Beecher Stowe House - Ohio History Connection

Take a peek behind the scenes at the Harriet Beecher Stowe House to see what a typical day is like for the staff.

Road Trippin' with Truda: Fort Ancient Archaeology Tour - Ohio History Connection

This month's road trip took me to the Third Friday Archaeology Tour at Fort Ancient Earthworks & Nature Preserve in Oregonia.

A story from the diaries of the Columbus Women's Travel Collection - Ohio History Connection

Diaries from AV 364: Columbus Women's Travel Collection are featured in the "Columbus Women on the Move" exhibit at the Ohio History Center.