Experience the exhibits of the Ohio History Center museum! Located at 800 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH, 43211, at the intersection of Interstate 71 and 17th Ave.
The Ohio History Center museum is generally open Wednesday through Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.- please check our website for holiday hours or other operating hours changes.
$16/Adult ages 13-59
$10/Youth (4-12)
$14/Senior 60+
$14/College student with ID
Free/Children 3 & Under, ticket required
ID will be required to redeem student tickets
For information on group rates for groups of 10 or more, please call the Scheduling and Reservation Office at 800.686.1541.
Please note- regular museum admission is good for regular operating hours on any future date that the Ohio History Center museum is open. Advance tickets are available but not required. Walk-up admission is available anytime during open hours at the Ohio History Center front desk. This admission is not valid for special event admission with additional cost, or where pre-register advance tickets are required.
Members who wish to reserve tickets in advance can do so by calling 614-297-2300 during business hours.
Ticket with barcode must be presented to redeem admission. Tickets can be printed or presented on a smartphone.
Included in this total ticket price is a 5% arts and culture fee on the base ticket as required by the City of Columbus. This fee supports exemplary artists, arts and cultural organizations and programs that educate and engage audiences of all ages throughout greater Columbus.
Join us for an evening in celebration of all things history. We’ll kick off the evening with news and updates for members, followed by a lively panel discussion with history experts from around the state, and we’ll conclude with a sunset garden party (bites, libations, DJ Mazeppa spinning Ohio jams on our terrace). Come enjoy a great evening of history conversation, for and with history fans.
Thurs., June 22, 2023 • 5–8:30 p.m.
Ohio History Center
Free/Adult Member
Members-only ticket information:
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In this course, join Stewart Traiman as we explore the historical presence of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, and Queer individuals in our family histories. Contrary to assumptions, confirmed bachelors or spinster aunts may not have been single; they might have had partners, even if there's no legal documentation or family acknowledgment. We'll investigate census records, newspapers, obituaries, military records, photographs, archives, and more to uncover clues about our LGBTQ ancestors. The class will also delve into LGBTQ history and stories, providing context for available records. The class goal is to enrich our family history by discovering and including the stories of our LGBTQ ancestors.
Sat., June 21, 2025 • 10–11 a.m.
Online via Zoom
$25/Non-Member Participant
$20/Member Participant
This event will be offered on Zoom. Please visit zoom.us/test to ensure that your system is compatible and prepared for the webinar. A link to the Zoom webinar will be sent to all registrants 1 hour prior to the event.
Attention Members: You must first sign in using the SIGN IN button at the top of the page
First time using our online ticketing system? Click REGISTER at the top of the page to register your email with our online system.
Forgot your password? Click SIGN IN at the top of the page and then FORGOT PASSWORD.
To receive your discounted tickets, click REGISTER FOR PROGRAM or ADD TO CART to enter your registration information. Once the tickets are in your shopping cart, your member discount will be automatically applied.
Technical difficulties? Email membership@ohiohistory.org for assistance.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE
When: July 21st, 2025, from 9 am to 3 pm (registration and breakfast starts at 8 am)
Where: Ohio History Center (800 E 17th Ave. Columbus, Ohio)
The Ohio History Connection and the School & Teacher Support team invite you to our Annual Professional Development Institute. The goal of this workshop is to bring social studies educators together and provide them with the opportunity to learn and discuss new ideas and resources that can be implemented in their classroom in the coming school year and beyond.
Throughout this day, educators will participate in various sessions focused on teaching social studies content. This year, we are happy to have sessions tailored to social studies standards for elementary grade bands and middle/high school grade bands. To provide a unique and engaging program, we have collaborated with experts in research, archaeology and social studies content from the Ohio History Connection.
Fee: $120, includes breakfast and lunch
Discounts & Additional Payment Instructions
Ohio as America Multi-year Subscribers Discounts: Register for free, contact ohioasamerica@ohiohistory.org for code.
Group Discount: Register 5+ participants, get each fee for $100.
College Students: Email education@ohiohistory.org with a copy of your student ID card to receive a coupon code for 50% off your registration.
Purchase Order Payment Directions: Contact education@ohiohistory.org with a copy of your PO in order to receive a coupon code to complete your registration.
For all other inquiries, contact us at education@ohiohistory.org
Get a backstage pass to Ohio history through this series of behind-the-scenes virtual programs.
- Get to Know the Ohio Historical Marker Program: Tues., June 20, 2025 • 3–4 p.m.
- Get to Know the Ewing and Graham Photography Collections: Tues., July 22, 2025 • 3–4 p.m.
- Get to know the Library & Archives: Tues., Aug. 19, 2025 • 3–4 p.m.
- Get to know the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks: Tues., Sept. 23, 2025 • 3–4 p.m.
- Get to know Serpent Mound: Tues., Nov. 11, 2025 • 3–4 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Free/Member Participant
$10/Non-member Participant
Please note: Because this is a webinar format, a participant registration entitles you to one unique link that will allow one computer or mobile device to watch the webinar. You are welcome to have multiple viewers using that one participating device.
This event will be offered on Zoom. Please visit zoom.us/test to ensure that your system is compatible and prepared for the webinar. A link to the Zoom webinar will be sent to all registrants 2 hours prior to the event.
Members: Please sign in to see your member discount applied to your cart. Remember to ADD the registration to your cart to see your discount!
Technical difficulties? Email membership@ohiohistory.org for assistance.
Session 1: August 9th, 1–2 p.m. Introductory lecture at the Ohio History Center
Learn about the Big and Little Darby Creek State and National Scenic River from ODNR’s Ohio Scenic Rivers Program staff. This central Ohio stream system is one of the state’s best and harbors an abundance of aquatic life including rare and endangered species. What makes it so special? Join us to hear more about the natural characteristics of the streams including their fascinating wildlife and why they’re thriving there, as well as the threats to water quality and habitats. Discover how ODNR’s Division of Natural Areas and Preserves are working to protect this wonderful stream system.
Session 2: August 23rd, 10 a.m.–noon Hands-on session at Battelle Darby Creek Metropark
Learn about the Big and Little Darby Creek State and National Scenic River from ODNR’s Ohio Scenic Rivers Program staff. Learn firsthand about Big Darby Creek and its excellent water quality and aquatic habitat. We’ll begin with a short walk to the river and learn how streamside forests influence aquatic habitat and stream health. Then wade into Big Darby Creek to use nets to collect macroinvertebrates (aquatic bugs like crayfish and insects). You’ll learn how to identify these tiny creatures and recognize their connection to water quality. Event will also explore volunteer opportunities with ODNR’s Division of Natural Areas and Preserves.
WHAT TO BRING / WEAR for session 2: Please wear close-toed shoes that can be worn into the water and clothes that can get wet. Bug spray, a hat and water are also recommended.
DIRECTIONS for session 2: The entrance to the Indian Ridge picnic area is located on Darby Creek Drive south of Alkire Road. See the sign at the entrance and turn in for the access drive. Proceed approximately one mile, down a hill, and park at the second parking area on the left. Google map pin to parking area: https://maps.app.goo.gl/T1yZpiF9aNhtVd7Q7
Please note: Registration is for both sessions, and attendance at the first session is required for attending the second session at Battelle Darby Creek. Registration is limited to 30 participants. Due to limited space, please do not register unless you can attend BOTH sessions. Interested in just the talk? You are welcome to attend on Sat., Aug. 9 at the Ohio History Center with museum admission!
Sat., Aug. 9, 2025 • 1–2 p.m.
Ohio History Center
Included with museum admission
Museum admission is required. Please stop at the front desk of the Ohio History Center on August 9 to check in for the program and purchase museum admission. Members can use their usual member discount for free museum admission.
Event description here
Saturday, June xx, 20xx • 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Ohio History Center & Ohio Village
$16/Adult
Free/Adult Member
$10/Youth (4-12)
Free/Youth Member (4-18)
$14/Senior 60+
$14/Student w/ID
Free/Children 3 & Under
Discount Ticket Information
First time using our online ticketing system? Click REGISTER at the top of the page to register your email with our online system.
Forgot your password? Click SIGN IN at the top of the page and then FORGOT PASSWORD.
To receive your discounted tickets, click REGISTER FOR PROGRAM or ADD TO CART to enter your registration information. Once the tickets are in your shopping cart, your member discount will be automatically applied.
Technical difficulties? Click here for a downloadable step-by-step guide to using our ticketing system, or email membership@ohiohistory.org for assistance.
Included in this total ticket price is a 5% arts and culture fee on the base ticket as required by the City of Columbus. This fee supports exemplary artists, arts and cultural organizations and programs that educate and engage audiences of all ages throughout greater Columbus.
Join the Ohio History Connection curatorial staff for an in-depth tour of the new Collections Care Center on our Columbus campus. Our curatorial staff will guide members through the new facility while highlighting objects from our collection.
Please arrive at the Collections Care Center 15 minutes before your tour time. Plan to park in the North Parking Lot of the Ohio History Connection campus at 800 E 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211. This is the parking lot in front of Ohio Village. You do NOT need to go to the Ohio History Center. Go directly to the Collections Care Center and enter through the front door. A staff member will greet you and direct you to your tour.
Thur., Mar. 13, 2025 • 4–6 p.m.
*Please select a tour time- tours start every 15 minutes. Click "see other times" to see all options.
Collections Care Center, 800 E 17th Ave, Columbus, Ohio
Free/Members
Members-only Event Information
Attention Members: You must first sign in using the SIGN IN button at the top of the page.
First time using our online ticketing system? Click REGISTER at the top of the page to register your email with our online system.
Forgot your password? Click SIGN IN at the top of the page and then FORGOT PASSWORD.
Technical difficulties? Email membership@ohiohistory.org for assistance.