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SUMMARY:Sheep Pastures to Progress: A Worthington Art & History Installation
DESCRIPTION:Sheep Pastures to Progress is Worthington’s community-wide outdoor art and history installation celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. From April–October 2026\, painted sheep silhouettes—created by local artists\, schools\, and organizations—will appear throughout the city\, turning Worthington into a walkable gallery that highlights our past and imagines our future. The Society’s sheep\, designed by artist Niki Gnezda\, reflects generations of local history and iconic architecture. \nThis project is led by the America 250 – Worthington committee in partnership with the Worthington Historical Society and local community organizations. Together\, we invite you to celebrate our shared past\, honor our present\, and imagine Worthington’s future—one sheep at a time. \nThe sheep will be displayed in various locations. \nThursday\, April 23 – May 7th – Northeast Village Green \nThursday\, May 7th – May 21st – East Granville Road Park \nThursday\, May 21-June 4 – Worthington Fire Station \nThursday\, June 4-June 18 – McCord Park \nThursday\, June 18-July 2 – Griswold Center \nTuesday\, July 7-July 23 – Selby Park \nThursday\, July 23-Aug. 6th – Linworth Park (South Entrance)\, 5971 Linworth Rd. \nWednesday\, Aug. 11-Aug. 27 – Perry Park\, 2300 Collins Drive \nLink to the full tour guide: Sheep Pastures to Progress | Experience Worthington
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/sheep-pastures-to-progress-a-worthington-art-history-installation/
LOCATION:East Granville Road Park\, 245 E. Granville Rd.\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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SUMMARY:Worthington History Walk
DESCRIPTION:Worthington History Walk is an outdoor gallery in the historic district featuring 22 historical photographs from the Worthington Historical Society archive that picture Worthington throughout its almost 250-year existence. The History Walk will be on view May through October and is brought to you as part of Ohio’s America 250 celebrations and is a partnership between the Worthington Historical Society and Experience Worthington. \nLink to the full walking tour: History Walk | Experience Worthington
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/worthington-history-walk/
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SUMMARY:Ohio Open Doors - Worthington
DESCRIPTION:We’re participating in Ohio Open Doors on Sunday\, September 13th at the Orange Johnson House and the Old Rectory! Ohio Open Doors is a statewide event organized by the Ohio History Connection in which local sponsors are opening their historic buildings and landmarks to the public for special tours and programs.   \nIn Worthington\, the following sites will be open on Sunday\, September 13th with complimentary admission: \n\nThe Orange Johnson House\, 956 High Street\n\nVisit the Orange Johnson House museum for a glimpse into central Ohio’s early pioneer life. The house is furnished with period artifacts and guests can tour in an open house format. \n\n\nThe Old Rectory\, 50 West New England Avenue\, 2nd floor\n\nEnjoy a behind-the-scenes open house with seldom seen items from the collection on exhibit\, including items from the lace collection\, as well as collections storage areas.\n\n\n The American Legion\, 700 Morning Street\n\nPost 239 of the American Legion was organized in Worthington shortly after the end of World War I in 1919. For veterans\, it is a place to gather in the camaraderie of shared experience. Visit the recently renovated post\, where historical photographs and documents relating to members will be on display. \n\n\nHigh Road Gallery\, 12 East Stafford Street\n\nAn artist collective housed in an 1818 building\, the Buttles-Pinney-Brown house\, constructed by local brickmason Arora Buttles. Enjoy the architecture as well as the current gallery exhibition and work of the resident artists.\n\n\nSharon Memorial Hall\, 137 East Dublin-Granville Road\n\nFirst built as the Wright residence in 1861\, this property came under the care of the Trustees of the Sharon Township Memorial in 1945\, retaining many early features. Veteran memorabilia is on display. \n\n\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church & Cemetery\, 700 High Street\n\nFounded in 1804 by many of Worthington’s founders\, St. John’s\, its churchyard\, and Township Hall were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. Explore 222 years of parish history\, tour the churchyard and community cemetery\, visit the nave where services have been held since 1831\, and discover the historic ties between St. John’s and Worthington. \n\n\nOld Worthington Library\, 820 N High Street\n\nGet a rare behind-the-scenes look at how books and other items make it to the shelves at Old Worthington Library. See the inner-workings of the building\, learn its history and hear tales of its quirks and challenges. \n\n\n\nJoin us in honoring the history\, design and stories of our historic place! Learn more about Ohio Open Doors at ohiohistory.org/ood.
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/ohio-open-doors/
LOCATION:Orange Johnson House\, 956 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bus Tour: Farmlands North of Route 161 and “the Rivalry”
DESCRIPTION:Fall registration dates will be announced in August. Stay tuned for details!  \nVisit: Activity search | Worthington Parks and Recreation (activecommunities.com) \nTuesday\, Sept. 22nd\, 10:00 am-12:00 pm \nThis tour explores the northern farmlands beyond Route 161\, beginning with the planning concepts behind Worthingway and Worthington Estates. We then cross High St. to a former orchard area\, visit the Orange Johnson House\, and discuss the significant farm activity which took place there. The tour continues through the Wilson Hill neighborhood before returning to Old Worthington to learn about the rivalry between Kilbourne Village and Rush Creek. \nPictured here: Rush Creek
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/historic-neighborhoods-series-bus-tour-north-of-270/
LOCATION:The Griswold Center\, 777 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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SUMMARY:Flint Ridge Terrace Historical Marker Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date for the Flint Ridge Terrace marker dedication on Sunday\, Oct. 25th. There will be a program at St. John’s AME followed by the on-site unveiling. More details to follow!
URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/flint-ridge-terrace-historical-marker-dedication/
LOCATION:Historic St. John’s A.M.E. Church\, 682 Plymouth Street\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States
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