Yoctangee Park has been a busy place for summer, but the season coming to a close, join Kevin Coleman on a walking tour of some of its history. And since I'm also a news reporter, I'll share more of the story* of the evolving plans that were unveiled recently. Meet at the gazebo to learn […]
Ross County Historical Society Franklin House Open House Chillicothe, Ohio - September 14, 2024 - 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. We are pleased to announce that the Ross County Historical Society is having an Open House for the Franklin House Museum located at 80 S. Paint Street in Chillicothe, Ohio. We have partnered with Ohio […]
Schmidt’s Day at the Ross County Heritage Center Cream Puffs and Coverlets Come join us for a day of German Heritage celebration on Friday September 20th at the Ross County Heritage Center from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The main attraction will be the food truck from Schmidt’s Sausage Haus of Columbus from which you […]
Join us on E 2nd St in downtown Chillicothe on Saturday, September 21st from 4p-10p for this year’s annual family friendly Oktoberfest. This year Petland will sponsor Wiener Dog Races in the Majestic courtyard starting at 4pm and we will also provide a Kids Station where we will have face painting. This evening you can […]
We have rescheduled our event! On October 5th we'll be having a presentation on historic coverlets with quilted textile expert Amy Korn. If you have a passion for coverlets, you're not going to want to miss this event! This Saturday Amy will lead a lecture at our gallery and discuss some of the treasures of […]
Lights, camera, community action! Chillicothe is starting off the first weekend of Domestic Violence Awareness Month with a community event like you've never seen before. In addition to the world premiere of the domestic violence awareness film told from a dog's perspective, you will experience a full day of activities for both you and your […]
In honor of Chillicothe native and longtime Columbus Dispatch editorial cartoonist, William Addison “Billy” Ireland, we would like to welcome Head Curator Jenny Robb from the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum. Jenny will be here on October 16th to give a presentation on political/editorial cartoons. This will coincide with our Historical Presidential Campaign Exhibit […]
