Ross County Heritage Center

Address
45 W. Fifth Street
Chillicothe, OH 45601 United States Get Directions
Phone (740) 772-1936
Website https://www.rosscountyhistorical.org/

Events at this venue

Today

  • Historic Chillicothe presents The Life of Mary Worthington Macomb

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    Join Historic Chillicothe, Inc. for a special evening marking the public announcement of plans to restore one of Ross County's oldest and most important historic homes - a Federal-style sandstone residence built between 1800 and 1810, once home to Mary Worthington Macomb and her husband David Macomb. Chillicothe historian Mary Anne Brown, a nationally recognized […]

  • Uncovering Ohio’s Ancient Landscape

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    Early Mapping of Our Archaeological Heritage - a free presentation hosted by the Mound City Chapter of the Archaeological Society of Ohio. Discover how early archaeologists charted Ohio's ancient mounds and settlements and what new research reveals about prehistoric life across the state's river valleys. Featuring local historian, Randy Sanders.

  • German Heritage Day w/ Schmidt’s Sausage Truck

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    Schmidt's Sausage Truck returns to Chillicothe! Stop by the Heritage Center for a cream puff, and stay for some German-heritage entertainment and history.

    Free

  • Cemetery Preservation Talk w/ Krista Horrocks

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    Curious about what all those strange icons and symbols on old grave markers mean? Join us for a fascinating discussion about understanding cemetery markers with Krista Horrocks from the State Historic Preservation Office.

    Free

  • Mammoths, Mastodons, and Early Peoples in Ross County at the End of the Ice Age

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    Join local educator and archaeological researcher, Gary Argabright as he discusses the origins of Ross County's megafauna and shares insights from his recent "Mammoth Tour" visits to Big Bone Lick, the Waco Mammoth Site, the Lubbock Lake Site, and the Blackwater Draw Site.

    Free

  • Jr. Member Program: Back to School Ice Cream Social

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    Summer's almost over, but there's still time for a few more games! Join us for a fun afternoon of historic games and hand-cranked ice cream. Existing Jr. Members can enjoy this program for free, while new members are only $10.

    Free – $10.00

  • Ross County Historical Society – Fairy Tale Program

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    This special interactive program invites visitors to explore the enchanting world of fairy tales through crafts, storytelling, and an exciting look at children’s literature from our Archive’s special collections. Highlights include: A pop-up exhibit featuring rare and original editions of classic children’s books — including early volumes from the Oz series. Hands-on crafts and a […]

    Free – $10.00

  • Ross County Historical Society presents “A Visit From George Washington”

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    Nationally acclaimed presidential re-enactor Curt Radabaugh will bring history to life as he portrays George Washington, sharing stories from his early days as a young officer in the Ohio Country during the 7 Years War, his rise through the ranks of the Continental Army during the American Revolution, and his time serving as our nation’s […]

  • Reception for New Exhibit: Unheard Voices

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    The Ross County Heritage Center invites the public to a special reception celebrating the opening of its newest exhibit, "Unheard Voices: A Selective History of African American Men and Women of Chillicothe and Ross County." This reception marks the debut of a powerful archival exhibit honoring the contributions and experiences of African American individuals in […]

  • Juneteenth Celebration & Exhibition Opening

    Ross County Heritage Center 45 W. Fifth Street, Chillicothe, OH, United States

    Join us for our Juneteenth celebration featuring a reception and program for the grand opening of our newest exhibit, “Unheard Voices: A Selective History of African American Men and Women of Chillicothe and Ross County." This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.Please call 740-772-1936 for more information