BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Worthington Historical Society - ECPv6.8.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Worthington Historical Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Worthington Historical Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110942 CREATED:20240509T160825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T160825Z UID:14426-1721325600-1721336400@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Worthington Night Market - Shop Open DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 18th\, 6-9 pm\nCome visit us at the Shop at the Old Rectory and spend some time enjoying all of the merchants and activities in the area! URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/worthington-night-market-shop-open-3/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/NightMarket.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110942 CREATED:20240509T161909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T174428Z UID:14430-1721563200-1721577600@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Sunday Funday - 80s/90s Throwback DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, July 21st\, 12-4 pm \nThe Worthington Partnership\, along with the merchants of Old Worthington\, present “Sunday Fundays”. Once a month\, from June through November\, the Partnership will host an afternoon of themed food\, entertainment\, and specials in our historic district. \nEach merchant will adapt the theme to their own business. This summer\, find the Worthington Historical Society on the Village Green\, where volunteers will have Pioneer Games on hand on June 2nd\, July 21st\, August 11th\, and September 22nd. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/sunday-funday-80s-90s-throwback/ LOCATION:Southeast Village Green\, 700 High Street\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/TWP_80s-90s-Throwback_1-02-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240716T174748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T175631Z UID:14453-1723377600-1723392000@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Sunday Fundays - End of Summer Fair DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, August 11th\, 12-4 pm \nThe Worthington Partnership\, along with the merchants of Old Worthington\, present “Sunday Fundays”. Once a month\, from June through November\, the Partnership will host an afternoon of themed food\, entertainment\, and specials in our historic district. \nEach merchant will adapt the theme to their own business. This summer\, find the Worthington Historical Society on the Village Green\, where volunteers will have Pioneer Games on hand on August 11th\, and September 22nd. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/sunday-funday-end-of-summer-fair/ LOCATION:Southeast Village Green\, 700 High Street\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/TWP_Sunday-Funday_End-of-Summer_Graphics-02-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240509T160930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T160930Z UID:14428-1723744800-1723755600@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Worthington Night Market - Shop Open DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 15th\, 6-9 pm\nCome visit us at the Shop at the Old Rectory and spend some time enjoying all of the merchants and activities in the area! URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/worthington-night-market-shop-open-4/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/NightMarket.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240725T183242Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T174747Z UID:14472-1725800400-1725811200@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Ohio Open Doors - Worthington DESCRIPTION:OHIO OPEN DOORS: WORTHINGTON SITES TO PARTICIPATE ON SUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 8TH\, 1 – 4 PM \nWe’re participating in Ohio Open Doors on Sunday\, September 8th 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 8th with complimentary admission: \n\nThe Orange Johnson House\, 956 High Street\n\nMuseum open house\, music played by Suzanne Newcomb on the Society’s Tröndlin fortepiano in the sitting room with assistance from the Ohio Arts Council \nSuzanne Newcomb is a solo and collaborative recital artist in the Columbus\, Ohio\, area. She has performed with the QUBE Quartet and the High Street Four. She also performs regularly with larger orchestral groups including the Westerville Symphony Orchestra\, New Albany Symphony Orchestra\, Greater Columbus Community Orchestra\, and the Columbus Symphony Orchestra as an Associate Musician.\n \n\nThe Old Rectory\, 50 West New England Avenue\, 2nd floor\n\nBehind the Scenes open house with seldom seen items from the collection on exhibit \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 brick mason Arora Buttles.  Enjoy the architecture as well as the current gallery exhibition and work of the resident artist \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.  The building retains many early features including fireplaces and staircase. \n\nSnow House\, 41 West New England Avenue\, 1-3 pm\n\nBuilt c. 1815 by John Snow\, who emigrated from Ireland to Worthington in 1817 to become part of James Kilbourn’s Manufacturing Company. but is mainly known for his Masonic activity.   The building is currently used for commercial purposes\, and retains a number of  Federal architecture features. \n\nSt. John AME Church (Historic Building)\, 682 Plymouth Street\n\nSt. John African Methodist Epsicopal Church was Worthington’s first African American church.  This building was constructed in 1914\, and the congregation was founded as Bethel AME Church in 1897.  \n\nSt. John’s Episcopal Church & Cemetery\, 700 High Street\n\nVisit the church and the cemetery.  See firsthand the work that is being done as part of the Churchyard Preservation Project.  \n\nWalnut Grove Cemetery\, 5561 Milton Avenue\n\nTour the cemetery and hear from presenters sharing the lives of some of the Worthington people buried there. \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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/unnamed.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240815T132947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240829T134531Z UID:14484-1726686000-1726689600@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:"Preserving Your Family Photos and Heirlooms" DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Sept. 18th\, 7:00-8:00 pm \nLibrary staff and Society Director Kate LaLonde will share strategies for organizing\, preserving and passing along treasured family photographs\, books and heirlooms to future generations. \n  URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/preserving-your-family-photos-and-heirlooms/ LOCATION:Old Worthington Library\, 820 High Street\, Worthington\, Ohio\, 43085 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Preserving-Photos-and-Heirlooms.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240716T180043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T151135Z UID:14458-1727006400-1727020800@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Sunday Fundays - Oktoberfest DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, Sept. 22nd\, 12-4 pm \nThe Worthington Partnership\, along with the merchants of Old Worthington\, present “Sunday Fundays”. Once a month\, from June through November\, the Partnership will host an afternoon of themed food\, entertainment\, and specials in our historic district. \nEach merchant will adapt the theme to their own business. Find the Worthington Historical Society on the Village Green\, where volunteers will have Pioneer Games to play and a display table. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/sunday-fundays-oktoberfest/ LOCATION:Southeast Village Green\, 700 High Street\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/TWP_Sunday-Funday_Oktoberfest-Graphics-02.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240910T145319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240910T145319Z UID:14506-1729188000-1729198800@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Worthington Night Market - Shop Open DESCRIPTION:Come visit us at the Shop at the Old Rectory and spend some time enjoying all of the merchants and activities in the area! URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/worthington-night-market-shop-open-6/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/NightMarket.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241112 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241222 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20241112T165854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T165854Z UID:14555-1731369600-1734825599@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:"Twas..."\, A Special Holiday Doll Display DESCRIPTION:In time for the holidays in the Old Rectory parlor\, the Doll Museum presents our annual exhibition. Our dolls will be preparing for Christmas: gift wrapping\, baking cookies\, tree decorating\, greeting card writing\, and hanging stockings. From Wednesday November 6th through to the Old Rectory’s seasonal closing on Saturday\, Dec. 21st\, you are invited to drop in and enjoy the\nmerriment. Free\, Open to the Public. \nGift Shop & Doll Museum Hours: \nWednesday-Friday\, 1-4 pm \nSaturday\, 10 am-2 pm \nClosed Wednesday\, Nov. 27th and Thursday\, Nov. 28th for the holiday. \nSaturday\, Dec. 21st is the last day to visit the Shop and the Doll Museum in 2024. Closed in January. The Rectory will reopen in February 2025. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/twas-a-special-holiday-doll-display/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/IMG_7660-rotated.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240910T152602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T145332Z UID:14512-1731524400-1731529800@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:General Meeting & Program DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Nov. 13th\, 7-8:30 pm\nFree\, Open to the Public \nFrom glass-curtain wall skyscrapers to suburban ranch houses\, mid-century properties reflect important architectural design and historic themes illustrating Ohio’s recent past. Join the Historical Society for our General Meeting to learn about modern architecture in Ohio presented by Barbara Powers from the Ohio History Connection. The talk will focus on significant buildings and places illustrating the broad social\, political\, and economic trends shaping land use\, architectural design\, and building technology from the 1940s to 1970s. \nBarbara Powers\, Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer and Department Head for Inventory and Registration for the State Historic Preservation Office of the Ohio History Connection\, has 42 years of experience with historic survey and the National Register of Historic Places programs in Ohio. Powers serves on the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center Commission. She was state coordinator for the Society of Architectural Historians online publication Archipedia Classic Buildings. Published works include “Ohio’s Pride\, the Art and Architecture of the Ohio State Office Building” in Timeline\, a publication of the Ohio History Connection; “Louis Bromfield’s Big House at Malabar Farm: Form Follows Fiction” in Recreating the American Past\, Essays on the Colonial Revival published by the University of Virginia Press and “The Architecture of the Ohio Governor’s Residence” in Our First Family’s Home published by Ohio University Press. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in American Studies from Miami University and a Master’s in Architectural History with a certificate in Historic Preservation from the University of Virginia. \nThere will be a short business meeting before the program. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/general-meeting-program-2/ LOCATION:The Griswold Center\, 777 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/86g1072.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250123 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250214 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240130T171150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T165811Z UID:14284-1737590400-1739491199@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Reopening Feb. 14th DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, February 14th the Doll Museum and Shop at the Old Rectory will reopen for 2025 with special exhibit\, “Around the World in 80 Dolls.” Make plans to visit this spring! \nShop & Doll Museum Hours:\nWednesday – Friday\, 1-4 pm\nSaturday\, 10 am-2 pm \nDoll Museum is $3 per person\, members are free. We look forward to seeing you at the museum or to shop for unique items at the antique and consignment shop. \nThe Orange Johnson House Museum will resume regular tours in March 2025\, every week on Wednesdays and Sundays. Each Wednesday in March and April\, the Orange Johnson House will welcome guests for tours at 1 pm on a drop-in basis. Reservations will not be required! General admission fee applies; members are free. Sunday tours can be booked online with 24-hour minimum advanced reservation. Use the BOOK A TOUR button on the homepage to reserve a time. For groups larger than 8 people\, or to book a tour for Society members\, please call or email the Society. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/reopening-feb-7th/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Reopening-Doll-2025-website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240725T182344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T144345Z UID:14470-1744909200-1744920000@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Worthington Night Market - Shop Open DESCRIPTION:Come visit us at the Shop at the Old Rectory and spend some time enjoying all of the merchants and activities in the area! \nGuests may also visit the Doll Museum and special exhibit “Around the World in 80 Dolls” on a self-guided tour for $3 per person\, Society members are free. Not a member? Guided tours are available for $4 per person or you can help support our preservation and education members by joining today! URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/worthington-night-market-shop-open-5/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/NightMarket.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20250227T174522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T190057Z UID:14652-1744909200-1744920000@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Members-Only Doll Museum Tour & Night Market DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 17th\, 5-8 pm\nSociety Members\, please join curator Sue Whitaker on Thursday\, April 17th for a guided tour of the Doll Museum\, highlighting the 2025 exhibit “Around the World in 80 Dolls”. Featuring travel dolls from the early 1900s collected by Helen Schoedinger\, the display reflects the values and pride of people and their unique fashions from regions around the globe.\nTours will take place at 6 pm and 7 pm\, and are free to members. Drop-in guests may also visit the exhibit on their own over the course of the evening and visit the Shop at the Old Rectory\, which will be open from 5 – 8 pm.\nNot a member? Guided tours are available for $4 per person or you can help support our preservation and education members by joining today! URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/members-only-doll-museum-tour-night-market/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Doll-Member-Night-website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20250227T172841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T173147Z UID:14648-1744934400-1748131199@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:“Art & Soul of Worthington: Walking Through Worthington” exhibit at High Road Gallery DESCRIPTION:Fridays and Saturdays\, April 18th-May 24th\, 12 – 4 pm\nFrom April 18th to May 24th\, the Worthington Historical Society’s art collection will be featured at High Road Gallery. As the country approaches the 250th anniversary of declaring its independence in 2026\, this is an appropriate time to reflect on the history of Worthington over more than a millennium. From the building of the earthworks by people of the Hopewell Culture to the establishment of Worthington in 1803\, and all of the development that has followed\, artwork depicting Worthington’s landmarks\, Worthington’s people and created by Worthington artists will be featured throughout the gallery.\nThe exhibit will be on view each Friday and Saturday from 12 pm – 4 pm free of cost. Resident artists’ work will be on display throughout the building in the studio spaces\, in addition to the Society’s exhibit. There will be an opening reception on Sunday\, April 27th from 2 – 4 pm. Guests will be able to tour the historic building\, view the Society’s exhibit as well as the works of the resident artists and enjoy light refreshments.\nSunday\, April 27th\, 2 – 4 pm\nReception at the High Road Gallery\n“Art & Soul of Worthington: Walking Through Worthington”\n12 East Stafford Avenue\, Worthington URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/art-soul-of-worthington-walking-through-worthington-exhibit-at-high-road-gallery/ LOCATION:High Road Gallery\, 12 E Stafford Ave\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/High-Road-Gallery.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20250227T190852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T190852Z UID:14656-1745762400-1745769600@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Reception at the High Road Gallery “Art & Soul of Worthington: Walking Through Worthington” DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 27th\, 2 – 4 pm \nFrom April 18th to May 24th\, the Worthington Historical Society’s art collection will be featured at High Road Gallery. As the country approaches the 250th anniversary of declaring its independence in 2026\, this is an appropriate time to reflect on the history of Worthington over more than a millennium. From the building of the earthworks by people of the Hopewell Culture to the establishment of Worthington in 1803\, and all of the development that has followed\, artwork depicting Worthington’s landmarks\, Worthington’s people and created by Worthington artists will be featured throughout the gallery. \nThe exhibit will be on view each Friday and Saturday from 12 pm – 4 pm free of cost. Resident artists’ work will be on display throughout the building in the studio spaces\, in addition to the Society’s exhibit. \nThere will be an opening reception on Sunday\, April 27th from 2 – 4 pm. Guests will be able to tour the historic building\, view the Society’s exhibit as well as the works of the resident artists and enjoy light refreshments. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/reception-at-the-high-road-gallery-art-soul-of-worthington-walking-through-worthington/ LOCATION:High Road Gallery\, 12 E Stafford Ave\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/WHS-Gallery.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240418T173831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T145135Z UID:14397-1746273600-1746288000@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Lawn Games at the Orange Johnson House DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Old Worthington North\, the Orange Johnson House will have some lawn games at Drive In With Driven. The parking lot adjacent to the Orange Johnson house will be utilized for the activities so parking will be limited immediately adjacent to the museum. Come join the businesses of Old Worthington North for a day of family fun\, food\, and activities! URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/lawn-games-at-the-orange-johnson-house/ LOCATION:Orange Johnson House\, 956 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Driven-2025.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250526T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20250410T150719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T150719Z UID:14689-1748253600-1748260800@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Memorial Day Parade DESCRIPTION:Would you like to walk in the Memorial Day Parade with the Worthington Historical Society? Join us in costume from any historical time period\, 1803 to present\, and help us promote America 250 in Worthington\, as we encourage our community to reflect on the history of the area over the course of the last 250 years. \nContact Kate\, info@worthingtonhistory.org or call 614-885-1247\, to sign up. (Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.) URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/memorial-day-parade/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/92u602.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250601T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240502T163534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T152121Z UID:14412-1748782800-1748797200@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Sunday Funday - Worthington Pride DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, June 1st\, 1-5 pm \nThe Worthington Partnership\, along with the merchants of Old Worthington\, present “Sunday Fundays”\, afternoons of themed food\, entertainment\, and specials in our historic district. \nEach merchant will adapt the theme to their own business. This summer\, find the Worthington Historical Society on the Village Green\, where volunteers will have Pioneer Games on hand on June 1st\, August 10th\, and September 28th. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/sunday-funday-worthington-pride/ LOCATION:Southeast Village Green\, 700 High Street\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Worthington-Pride-Sunday-Funday.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240502T164732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T144705Z UID:14415-1749891600-1749913200@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Yard Sale at the Rectory DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 14th\, 9 am-3 pm \nIt’s the return of the best yard sale of the summer! Weather dependent\, the Historical Society will have tables on the lawn selling unbelievable items donated by our members and the community. A variety of items including antiques and collectibles\, glassware\, jewelry\, books\, and household items will be available.  \nHave items you’d like to donate? We will be accepting donations from 7 to 8:30 am on Saturday the 14th. All items should be cleaned and priced for sale. To make donations at any other time please contact the shop to set up a drop-off time. (shop@worthingtonhistory.org or 614-885-1247) All proceeds will support the Society. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/yard-sale-at-the-rectory/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2025-Yard-Sale.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240321T175136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T192001Z UID:14381-1750154400-1750161600@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Historic Neighborhood Series Bus Tour: Civil War times and the local Underground Railroad connections DESCRIPTION:Registration for this itinerary is open now through Worthington Parks & Rec. \nVisit: Activity search | Worthington Parks and Recreation (activecommunities.com)  \nTuesday\, June 17th\, 10:00 am-12:00 pm \nJoin a Society Docent for the first of our Historic Neighborhood Series Bus Tours. This tour will visit the area where the local Anti-Slavery Society first met\, Sharon Memorial Hall\, the Morris Addition\, the St. John AME Church\, an Underground Railroad stop\, the area of Twin Oaks\, Flint School\, Flintridge Terrace\, the Ozem Gardner Homestead\, Flint Cemetery and the Village of Flint. Each tour takes place entirely on the bus. \nPictured here: Ozem Gardner House at 8221 Flint Road URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/14381/ LOCATION:The Griswold Center\, 777 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/86g1056.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20230606T134052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T152717Z UID:13992-1750878000-1750883400@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting & Program: 2025 Worthington Tour of Homes & Gardens Preview DESCRIPTION:JUNE ANNUAL MEETING & PROGRAM \n2025 Worthington Tour of Homes & Gardens Preview \nCHANGE OF DATE! \nWednesday\, June 25th\, 7 – 8:30 pm \nThe Griswold Center\, 777 High Street \nFree & Open to the Public \n\nJoin the Society for an exclusive preview of the featured sites on this year’s Worthington Tour of Homes & Gardens. 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.\n\nHistorians Steffanie Haueisen and Kate LaLonde will guide you through the fascinating histories of each site\, offering insights and anecdotes that bring Worthington’s heritage to life.\n\nA brief business meeting will be held before the program. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/annual-meeting-program-homes-with-history-a-tour-of-homes-gardens-preview/ LOCATION:The Griswold Center\, 777 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Copy-of-worthington-touor-of-homes-gardens-3-Facebook-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T173000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20250306T154824Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T220923Z UID:14665-1752409800-1752427800@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:2025 Tour of Homes & Gardens DESCRIPTION:Tour of Homes & Gardens\nSunday\, July 13th\, 12:30-5:30 pm\nThis 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! \nIncluded are: \n\nThe Griswold “Long Lot” House\, c. 1827\, moved to present location in 2003\nThe Vest House\, c. 1860\nThe Lewis House\, c. 1834 & 1857\nColonial Revival Three Story Home\, 1927\nThe 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\nSchool of Music to celebrate its 200th birthday!\nMasonic Lodge\, 1820: Historic Building\, hosted by New England Lodge No. 4\n\nTickets: $25 per person\, advance purchase; $30 day-of purchase. \nTickets can be purchased: \n\nIN 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.\nONLINE — 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.\nTHE DAY OF THE TOUR Sunday\, July 13th at the Orange Johnson House Museum ONLY\, 956 High St\, from 12:15-5:15 pm.\n\n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nBehind 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. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/save-the-date-tour-of-homes-gardens/ LOCATION:Orange Johnson House\, 956 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/FareHarbor-Tour-of-HG-Insta-Post-45.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250717T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240321T173658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T181817Z UID:14374-1752746400-1752753600@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Historic Neighborhood Series Bus Tour: Southern Gems DESCRIPTION:Bus Tour registration is open through Worthington Parks & Recreation.  \nVisit: Activity search | Worthington Parks and Recreation (activecommunities.com) \nThis bus tour will highlight and drive by the homes of two Worthington artists\, a very old log cabin and a Lustron House while we visit southern neighborhoods outside the Worthington Historic quadrants. These neighborhoods include Riverlea\, Davis Estates and Walnut Grove Cemetery\, Kanawah\, Chaseland\, Colonial Hills and Kenyon Brook. \nAdditional itineraries are featured in the summer session with the Griswold Center. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/bus-tour-historic-neighborhood-series-southern-gems/ LOCATION:The Griswold Center\, 777 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Lustron-House.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240321T174435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T182526Z UID:14376-1755165600-1755172800@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Historic Neighborhood Series Bus Tour: Over the River and Usonian Dreams DESCRIPTION:Bus Tour registration is open through Worthington Parks & Recreation.  \nVisit: Activity search | Worthington Parks and Recreation (activecommunities.com) \nThursday\, Aug. 14th\, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nThis tour will encompass neighborhoods from different eras with unique histories and design: Plesenton\, Linworth and the building that houses the Worthington Schools’ Linworth Experiential Program\, the Beechviews and Rush Creek. Along the way we will drive by some historic places with interesting stories. Each tour takes place entirely on the bus. \nAdditional itineraries are featured in the summer session with the Griswold Center. \nPictured here: Rush Creek Village URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/historic-neighborhood-series-bus-tour-over-the-river-and-usonian-dreams/ LOCATION:The Griswold Center\, 777 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/86g1072.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20240321T181154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T134454Z UID:14390-1758189600-1758196800@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Historic Neighborhoods Series Bus Tour: "North of 270" DESCRIPTION:Tours in partnership with Worthington Parks & Recreation. Registration opens August 18th (residents; August 20th\, non-residents) for September & October Tours.\n \nThursday\, Sept. 18th\, 10 am-12 pm \nThis tour will stop at the Pontifical College Josephinum\, The Woods at Josephinum\, York Country Club\, and will continue to Worthington Hills. We will view several Dispatch 1966 Parade of Homes. Participants will also learn about Ruth Potter and a neighborhood named after her– the Potters Creek neighborhood. This tour takes place entirely on the bus. 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Josephinum.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20190104T170323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T140834Z UID:12686-1758358800-1758384000@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Antique Sale on the Village Green at Market Day DESCRIPTION:Antique Sale on the southeast Village Green concurrent with the Chamber of Commerce’s Market Day event \nSaturday\, September 20th\, 9 am-4 pm \nThe Society has been hosting sales on the Green since the 1950s! The Shop at the Old Rectory will set up a booth with antiques on the Green alongside returning and new vendors from around the state. The Worthington Chamber of Commerce’s Market Day event on High Street will also return with craft vendors along High Street. Come out and shop more than 130 exhibitors with handmade arts and crafts\, antiques and family fun. Make it a day and visit your favorite downtown restaurant or check out one of the food vendors. Shuttle locations will be located near The Worthington Inn and Griswold Center from 9 am to 4 pm for attendees. \nMore information about Market Day can be found on the Chamber website at Old Worthington Market Day – Worthington Chamber of Commerce. \nDonations Accepted!\nIn preparation\, the Shop will gratefully accept donations of antique and vintage items. (No Books or Magazines\, please.) Donations should be clean\, priced and boxed at time of drop off. All items for this sale should be priced at $10 or higher. \nItems may be dropped off during Shop hours (Wed – Fri\, 1 – 4 pm\, Sat 10 – 2) or contact the office to arrange a time outside of Shop hours. URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/antique-sale-on-the-village-green-at-market-day-2/ LOCATION:Southeast Village Green\, 700 High Street\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/92U634.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20250814T141447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T141558Z UID:14784-1758826800-1758832200@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:World War II: Through the Eyes of Veterans DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, Sept. 25th\, 7-8:30 pm\nWorld War II: Through the Eyes of Veterans\nThe Griswold Center\, 777 High Street\nFree\, Registration required through Parks & Recreation \nRegistration for this itinerary will open through Worthington Parks & Rec for Griswold members and residents on Aug. 18th. \nVisit: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/worthington URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/world-war-ii-through-the-eyes-of-veterans/ LOCATION:The Griswold Center\, 777 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/WWII-Program.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20250814T135651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T135651Z UID:14778-1759068000-1759075200@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Tröndlin Fortepiano Turns Two Hundred! A Birthday Celebration DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 28th\, 2 – 4 pm\nThe Orange Johnson House\n956 High Street\nFree\, Open to the Public \nJoin the Society for music\, cake and good company as we host an open house to celebrate the Tröndlin fortepiano’s 200th birthday.  Emily Foster\, from the Ohio State School of Music\, will present music in the sitting room in a performance throughout the afternoon made possible by support of the Worthington Women’s Club.   \nThe sitting room will be open for the afternoon. Cake & lemonade will be served in the garden and visitors will be invited to relax and socialize on the property during the afternoon.   URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/trondlin-fortepiano-turns-two-hundred-a-birthday-celebration/ LOCATION:Orange Johnson House\, 956 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Trondlin-Emily-Foster-square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20250930T194714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T194911Z UID:14833-1759276800-1761955199@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Morrow Mule at Worthington Tavern DESCRIPTION:Morrow Mule at the Worthington Tavern \nSpecialty Drink Featured During October \nAnytime during the month of October\, stop in to the Worthington Tavern for a “Morrow Mule” specialty drink. The cocktail pays homage to Dr. Thomas Morrow\, president of the Worthington Medical College in the 1830s\, and patrons will receive a souvenir card telling his story when they order the drink. The Society will receive a portion of the proceeds! \n  URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/morrow-mule-at-worthington-tavern/ LOCATION:Worthington Tavern\, 671 High St\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/image3-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T110943 CREATED:20250923T170551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T194638Z UID:14811-1761157800-1761166800@worthingtonhistory.org SUMMARY:Ghost Tours DESCRIPTION:Wednesday & Thursday\, October 22nd & 23rd \nOn this guided tour through the Historic District\, guests will encounter ghosts of past Worthington residents spanning the last two centuries\, each ready to tell their stories. \nTours begin every 15 minutes\, beginning at 6:30 pm through 7:30 pm each night. \nThe tour will require ~0.5 miles of walking\, and guests will be on their feet for 60 – 90 minutes. Walking shoes and flashlights are recommended. The tour will take place rain or shine\, so bring an umbrella if rain is in the forecast! The tour is designed for guests 13 and older. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets may be purchased for $20.00 online starting October 1st. \n\nBook A Tour\n\n\nThank you to our Corporate Sponsor: \n \n  \nAdditional Ghost Tour sponsors: \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \n  URL:https://worthingtonhistory.org/event/ghost-tour/ LOCATION:Old Rectory\, 50 West New England\, Worthington\, OH\, 43085\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://worthingtonhistory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-WORTHINGTON-GHOST-TOUR.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR