Visitors of all ages are invited to "A Merry Beary Christmas", a heartwarming holiday exhibit on display in the Old Rectory Parlor. Featuring a delightful collection of teddy bears, these cherished bears—each with its own story and personality—have been lovingly arranged in festive vignettes. Bears bundled in knit sweaters, seated in antique sleighs. A charming [...]

Thursday, December 11th, tours starting at 6:30 pm; reservations required Join us for this special evening tour of the Orange Johnson House, beautifully decorated and aglow for Christmas. Delight in the stories shared by history interpreters about Christmas celebrations by Worthington's founders in 1803, continuing through the 1800s and early 1900s. From Christmas stockings and [...]

Enjoy “An Old Time Christmas” at the Orange Johnson House! Sunday, December 14th, 1 pm – 4 pm The Worthington Historical Society invites you to enjoy the spirit of the holidays at the Orange Johnson House on Sunday Dec. 14th! We look forward to welcoming you and your guests to stroll through the house on [...]

The Shop and Doll Museum at the Old Rectory will be closed beginning December 21st, 2025, and will reopen in February 2026. The Orange Johnson House can be booked by request will resume normal reservations in spring 2026. Thank you for your support!

On Wednesday, February 11th the Doll Museum and Shop at the Old Rectory will reopen for 2026 with special exhibit, "American Icons". Make plans to visit this spring! Shop & Doll Museum Hours: Wednesday – Friday, 1-4 pm Saturday, 10 am-2 pm General admission fee applies; members are free. We look forward to seeing you [...]