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Make your way to Ohio Village, and you’ll find more villagers and artisans on hand daily to share new stories of 19th-century Ohio life. They represent the Ohio History Connection’s commitment to reinvesting in Ohio Village and an enhanced village experience.
The village, intended to provide a firsthand view of life in Ohio during the American Civil War, opened July 27, 1974, on 15 acres (61,000 m 2) adjacent to the Ohio History Center in north Columbus. Currently, the Ohio Village is themed toward life in the 1890s.
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Ohio Village takes you on a journey through ancient to modern Ohio history. It is a living history museum. To describe Ohio Village in one sentence: It is a living museum of the late 1800s with living characters that interact and teach you about the time period. Ohio Village works to spark discovery in Ohio’s history and stories. They work to share...
All Hallow’s Eve at Ohio Village
All Hallow’s Eve is probably the most popular annual event held in the village. It is an 1860s-style celebration of Halloween that has taken place here since the mid-1980s. At this event, you will find fortune-telling, costumed interpretations of beliefs and superstitions related to the Halloween season, and a parade for the dead. Oh and don’t forget the arrival of the Headless Horseman!
Christmas at Ohio Village
Christmas is also another popular time here. You can experience Dickens of Christmas each December. This usually runs for 4 weekends through the holiday season. At this event, you will see live carolers, horse-drawn carriages (with rides available), Victorian Santa Clauses as well as Scrooge, Marley, and the Ghost of Christmas. As you wander through Ohio Village, you will also see period seasonal decorations, crafts, and even cooking demonstrations. Pre-registration is required for this event...
Ohio Village Muffins
Ohio Village is also home to an enthusiastic group of baseball lovers. This group takes on keeping the tradition of the sport alive as it was played during the mid-nineteenth century. The Ohio Village Muffinsdo everything as the players of 1860 did. They play by those rules, they dress in period uniforms and they are full of gentlemanly behavior. Oh, and they are pretty adamant that baseball is actually two words: base ball. The Ohio Village Muffins play games against other vintage teams from...
Address:800 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43211Phone: 800-686-6124 | WebsiteHave you been to Ohio Village? We would love to hear what you think. I have personally been several times. I have enjoyed Halloween with my family and loved it each time. We have visited during Christmas as well as summer. There are lots of events held at Ohio Village, it can be such a fun place to visit. While you are there, be sure to check out t...
Aug 26, 2024 · Ohio Village is the living history museum portion of the Ohio History Center. The village showcases everyday life in Ohio during the 1890s. There are villagers and artisans throughout the village where visitors can hear fascinating stories.
Sep 1, 2024 · Set in the 1890s, Ohio Village features an era that represents a fascinating time in history, one in which technology, politics and everyday life was changing at a rapid pace. Explore the community and meet and interact with citizens of Ohio Village; see our NEW villagers and hear their stories.
