But Not for MY Children: The Holland Brothers’ Remarkable Journey from Enslavement
The Southeast Ohio History Center and the Mt. Zion Baptist Church Preservation Society are cosponsoring the program, But Not for MY Children: The Holland Brothers’ Remarkable Journey from Enslavement by Scott Britton at the History Center on Thursday, September 28th at 5:30pm.
Lyceum Lunch: Victoria Smalls
The Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor is a National Heritage Area and it was established by the U.S. Congress to recognize the unique culture of the Gullah Geechee people who have traditionally resided in the coastal areas and the sea islands of North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. The Southeast Ohio History Center is […]
Patriotic Quilts with Meta Van Nostran
Join quilt historian Meta Van Nostran for an afternoon exploring patriotic quilts from the early years of the republic through the bicentennial from her collection! This event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be provided.
Outdoor Walking Tour of the Historic Athens Asylum
Tour the famous Athens Asylum, one of the few Kirkbride Asylums left. George Eberts, long time Asylum employee and local expert on the Athens Asylum, will be leading an outdoor walking tour of the historic Asylum grounds. His insights on patient treatment throughout the asylum’s 150-year existence are peppered with stories, personal anecdotes, and hidden […]
Foraging in Ohio Lyceum Lunch
Join us at the History Center for our next Lyceum Lunch! Paul Strauss, of Equinox Botanicals, will bring us his lifetime of knowledge to teach us about Ohio’s native plants and ways to forage in the verdant hills of our region! Lyceum Lunches are always free and open to the public. Parking is available in […]
Night at the Museum
Who will you meet at Night at the Museum? Meet some of our region’s storied people when History Comes to Life!
Dennis James and Safety Last
The History Center will screen the classic 1923 film, Safety Last! with Dennis James accompanying on the organ.
Lyceum Lunch – The Southeast Ohio Preglacial Landscape with Andy Nash
Join Andy Nash, Mapping Group Supervisor of the Ohio Geologic Survey, as he shares how the glaciers changed our landscape. This event is free and open to the public, so bring your lunch and learn with us!
Southeast Ohio A to Z Exhibit Opening
Join us for the opening of our latest exhibit, Southeast Ohio A to Z, on Saturday, April 15, 2023.
Outdoor Walking Tours of the Historic Asylum Grounds
2022 Asylum Tour Dates! Are you looking for an outdoor activity that the whole family can enjoy? SOHC is happy to announce our list of dates for walking tours of the Athens Asylum! Join long-time Appalachian Behavioral Health employee and Athens Asylum advocate, George Eberts, for an engaging tour of the grounds and cemeteries. Learn […]