STATEHOUSE CALENDAR

See the Ohio Statehouse as never before as the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board offers five different thematic tours about the Capitol, its history, and its incredible collection of art and artifacts. Each tour will start in the Map Room at noon, September 9-13. 

 
 
 
Monday, September 9: Greek Revival Architecture

Learn how to spot the first truly American style of architecture as you look closely at the building elements of the Statehouse.

Tuesday, September 10: Early Ohio History

Engage in stories about Ohio’s early days as part of the Northwest Territory and path to statehood.

Wednesday, September 11: Civic Engagement

Learn about flag policy, voting rights, committee testimony, and the many ways you can be an active state citizen

Thursday, September 12: Civil Rights in Ohio

Learn about the role Ohioans and the state played during the Civil Rights Movement. 

Friday, September 13: The Ohio Statehouse Then and Now

See the amazing changes Capitol Square went through during the restoration of 1989-1996. 

This series is part of Ohio Open Doors, coordinated with the Ohio History Connection.   

The 12:00 p.m. tours are free and open to the public.  No registration is required.