Tour of Homes & Gardens

Sunday, July 13th, 12:30-5:30 pm

This year’s home tour celebrates America 250, spanning construction dates from 1811 to 1927, these remarkable homes showcase a rich variety of architectural styles and offer a window into the lives of Worthington’s past residents—telling the story of our community across more than two centuries. Enjoy interesting designs and unique histories associated with notable figures from Worthington’s past. This year’s tour promises to be outstanding. Thank you to the owners for opening their spaces for this tour!

Included are:

• The Griswold “Long Lot” House, c. 1827, moved to present location in 2003
• The Vest House, c. 1860
• The Lewis House, c. 1834 & 1857
• Colonial Revival Three Story Home, 1927
• The Orange Johnson House: Historic Gardens, hosted by the Garden Club, and music will be performed on the Tröndlin Fortepiano with guests from the Ohio State University
  School of Music to celebrate its 200th birthday!
• Masonic Lodge, 1820: Historic Building, hosted by New England Lodge No. 4

Tickets: $25 per person, advance purchase; $30 day-of purchase.

Tickets can be purchased:

• IN PERSON at the Shop at the Old Rectory, 50 W New England, during regular hours Wednesday-Friday, 1-4 pm or Saturday, 10 am-2 pm.
• ONLINE — Book Now! Tour ticket(s) purchased ONLINE, including the booklet with home descriptions, can be picked up the DAY OF THE TOUR, July 13th from 12:15-5:15 pm at the Orange Johnson House Museum ONLY, 956 High St.
• THE DAY OF THE TOUR Sunday, July 13th at the Orange Johnson House Museum ONLY, 956 High St, from 12:15-5:15 pm.

Behind every successful Worthington Tour of Homes and Gardens there are many passionate volunteers who make it all happen. On the day of the event more than 60 volunteers host at the sites to welcome guests. Interested in volunteering? Contact us at info@worthingtonhistory.org or 614-885-1247.