CHRISTMAS DECORATOR TEAR-DOWN [more]
Saturday, Jan. 3, Noon - 5 PM

WOOD CO HISTORICAL SOCIETY BOARD & STAFF RETREAT
Saturday, January 10, 9 AM - 12:30 PM
Wood County Park District Headquarters

LOG CABIN FEVER - DEMO DAY [more] Spread the word on
Saturday, January 24, 1-4 PM
FREE Family Event.
Take a wintery jaunt to the HIstorical Center for some early pioneer experiences: cornbread cooked on an open fire with YOUR freshly-churned butter, hot cocoa, animal furs and story-telling, and kids' activities - all inside the toasty log cabin on the site of the Historical Center.
Dress appropriate for the weather, especially footwear and outerwear. Program may be cancelled if weather is severe.

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
Winter blahs got you down? Take a drive to witness the 20 vibrant Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

MUSEUM CLOSED
The Museum will be closed to the public as we outfit the building with an elevator and other ADA amenities.
[more about STEP UP to see what is at the top of the stairs Accessibility Campaign]

CABIN FEVER DAY AT THE LOG CABIN [more]
Saturday, February 21, 1-4 PM
Maple Syrup Snow Candy • Animal Furs • "Warm as Wool" storytelling on the hour.
FREE
Dress appropriate for the weather, especially footwear and outerwear. Program may be cancelled if weather is severe.

MUSEUM CLOSED
The Museum will be closed to the public as we outfit the building with an elevator and other ADA amenities.
[more about STEP UP to see what is at the top of the stairs Accessibility Campaign]

For Museum business and meeting room rentals, please call 419-352-0967.

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
Looking for a unique day date? Take a drive to witness the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

CABIN FEVER DAY AT THE LOG CABIN [more]
Saturday, March 28, 1-4 PM
Shake off those winter blahs and visit the log cabin for a demonstration of the lost arts. FREE
Dress appropriate for the weather, especially footwear and outerwear. Program may be cancelled if weather is severe.

MUSEUM CLOSED
The Museum will be closed to the public as we outfit the building with an elevator and other ADA amenities.
[more about STEP UP to see what is at the top of the stairs Accessibility Campaign]

For Museum business and meeting room rentals, please call 419-352-0967.

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
Before things get too hectic, take a drive to witness the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

BLACKSMITH OPEN FORGE DEMO
Saturday, April 4, 9 AM - 2 PM
Join the Northwest Ohio Blacksmiths for their annual open forge demonstration day out at the Blacksmith Shop in the Boomtown area of the Wood County Historical Center. FREE Family Program.

TEA: INSIDE THE CARTER HOUSE
Thursday, April 9, 2015 at 2:00 pm
The Carter House, 307 N. Church St., Bowling Green (behind Wood Co. Library)

WOOD COUNTY CIVIL WAR LEGACY PLAQUE DEDICATION [more]
Tuesday, April 14, 11:00 AM
Wood County Courthouse Atrium

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
As the weather gets nicer, take a drive to witness the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

MUSEUM CLOSED
The Museum will be closed to the public as we outfit the building with an elevator and other ADA amenities.
[more about STEP UP to see what is at the top of the stairs Accessibility Campaign]

For Museum business and meeting room rentals, please call 419-352-0967.

TEA: SPRINGTIME AT SIMPSON
Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Simpson Garden Park, 1291 Conneaut Ave., Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN WALKING TOUR
Saturday, May 16, 10 AM - 12 Noon
Take a historic walking tour of Downtown Bowling Green led by Local HIstory and Reference Librarian Marnie Pratt and the Historical Museum's Events Coordinator Kelli Kling and Volunteer Coordinator Tim Gaddie.
Leaves from the Carter House, 307 N. Church St., Bowling Green (behind Wood Co. Library)

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
Take a drive to witness the scenic blossoms, along with 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

MUSEUM CLOSED
The Museum will be closed to the public as we outfit the building with an elevator and other ADA amenities.
[more about STEP UP to see what is at the top of the stairs Accessibility Campaign]

For Museum business and meeting room rentals, please call 419-352-0967.

POWER OF YESTERYEAR TRACTOR SHOW
June 6 & 7, 10 am - 5 pm
FREE Family Event • Tractor display & farm-themed demonstrations • kiddie pedal pull and other activities

WOOD COUNTY EMPLOYEE PICNIC & SAFETY FAIR
Tuesday, June 9, 10-2 PM
Meet your county agencies and get some ice cream dished out by our County officials.

TEA: MEDICINAL HERBS OF THE CIVIL-WAR ERA
Thursday, June 11, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Schooner Farms, 14890 Otsego Pike, Weston

DEMO DAY [more]
Saturday, June 27, 1-4 PM
Amateur Radio Club Field Day • Historic Demonstration in the Log Cabin • Blacksmithing • Oil Derrick • FREE Family Event

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
On a beautiful sunny day, take a drive to witness the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

MUSEUM CLOSED
The Museum will be closed to the public as we outfit the building with an elevator and other ADA amenities.
[more about STEP UP to see what is at the top of the stairs Accessibility Campaign]

For Museum business and meeting room rentals, please call 419-352-0967.

OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS:
Classics on Main Car Show, Downtown Bowling Green

Monclova Historical Foundation Flea Market & Book Sale July 24 & 25

ACCESSIBILITY CONSTRUCTION UPDATES

WGTE MemberCard Benefit of the Month
July 2015
Watch WGTE TV or listen to FM 91 for 2-for-1 admission discounts to the Wood County Historical Museum for MemberCard holders.

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS PROGRAM
On-going through Labor Day weekend (Museum is closed on Mondays). The Wood County Historical Center & Museum is proud to be among over 800 museums across America to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families as part of the annual Blue Star Museums Program | WCHS Military Exhibit

TEA: WHO'S GOT THE BUTTON?
Thursday, July 9, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Otsego Park, 20000 West River Road, Bowling Green

DEMO DAY [more]
Saturday, July 25, 1-4 PM
Lost Arts Demonstrations in the Log Cabin • Blacksmithing • Oil Derrick • FREE Family Event

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
Celebrate our nation's independence by taking a drive to witness the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

WOOD COUNTY FAIR [more]
August 3-10 at the Wood County Fairgrounds
See our exhibit inside the Grange Building

TEA: CHILDREN'S TEA : HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Thursday, August 13, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Wood County Historical Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green

DEMO DAY [more]
Saturday, August 22, 1-4 PM
Lost Arts Demonstrations • Log Cabin • Blacksmithing • Oil Derrick • FREE Family Event

WOOD COUNTY LIVING HISTORY DAY [more]
Sunday, August 23, 2-4 PM, Oak Grove Cemetery, BGSU
If you would like to participate as a researcher or portrayer, please call the Museum at 419-352-0967.

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS PROGRAM
On-going through Labor Day weekend (Museum is closed on Mondays). The Wood County Historical Center & Museum is proud to be among over 800 museums across America to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families as part of the annual Blue Star Museums Program | WCHS Military Exhibit

WGTE MemberCard Benefit
On-going
Watch WGTE TV or listen to FM 91 for 2-for-1 admission discounts to the Wood County Historical Museum for MemberCard holders.

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
Consider a stay-cation! Take a drive to witness the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

TEA: AUTISM AWARENESS
Thursday, September 10, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Wood County Historical Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green

DEMO DAY [more]
Saturday, September 26, 1-4 PM
Lost Arts Demonstrations • Log Cabin • Blacksmithing • Oil Derrick • FREE Family Event

BLUE STAR MUSEUMS PROGRAM
On-going through Labor Day weekend (Museum is closed on Mondays). The Wood County Historical Center & Museum is proud to be among over 800 museums across America to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families as part of the annual Blue Star Museums Program | WCHS Military Exhibit

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

Smithsonian Magazine: MUSEUM DAY LIVE!
September, 2015 [more]
Participate in this nation-wide event and receive free admission to participating museums (like the Wood County Historical Museum) and cultural institutions across the country. Download a Museum Day Live! ticket here.

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
Watch the fall colors as you take a drive to witness the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

WGTE MemberCard Benefit
On-going
Watch WGTE TV or listen to FM 91 for 2-for-1 admission discounts to the Wood County Historical Museum for MemberCard holders.

FOLKLORE TOUR TRAINING
Learn how to conduct an Infirmary Folklore Tour for the Friday Night Folklore Tours and the Halloween Folklore & Funfest. If interested, call 419-352-0967 or volunteer@woodcountyhistory.org.

SCARECROW CONTEST [more]
Presented by the Wood Co. Park District

SCARECROW WORKSHOP [more]
Tuesday, October 6, 6:00 PM, presented by the Wood Co. Park District

GERMAN-AMERICAN ENCOUNTERS: STORY SLAM! [more]
Wednesday, October 7, 7-9 PM
FREE EVENT [ flyer to print and distribute ]

TEA: DIA DE LOS MUERTOS - DAY OF THE DEAD
Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 7:00 pm
Wood County Historical Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green

PUMPKIN CARVING WORKSHOP & CONTEST [more]
Thursday, October 15, 6:30-8 PM, presented by the Wood Co. Park District [register online]

HALLOWEEN FOLKLORE & FUNFEST [more]
Saturday, October 17, 2015, 4:00 - 9:00 PM
Horse-drawn wagon rides, kid-friendly activities in Boo-ville, plus tricks and treats for all ages. FREE. Sponsored by the Wood County Park District

FOLKLORE FRIDAYS AT THE INFIRMARY [more]
Friday, October 23, and 30, 2015.
90-minute guided folklore tour includes the Infirmary (now the Wood County Museum) and outdoor Story Stops at the Lunatic Asylum and Pauper’s Cemetery. Tours start at 7 PM, 8 PM, and 9 PM and reservations are required 419-352-0967.
Volunteer to be a folklore tour guide : If interested, call 419-352-0967 or volunteer@woodcountyhistory.org

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
Take a drive to witness the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

WGTE MemberCard Benefit
On-going
Watch WGTE TV or listen to FM 91 for 2-for-1 admission discounts to the Wood County Historical Museum for MemberCard holders.

OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS: Grand Rapids Applebutter Festival : Fort Meigs : Garrison Ghost Walk at Fort Meigs

WCHS ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DINNER and BOARD ELECTION [more]
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
5:00 - 8:00 PM

TEA: 100 YEARS OF COOK BOOKS: MIXING HISTORY WITH CULTURE
Thursday, November 12, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Wood County Historical Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green

BOWLING GREEN COMMUNITY HOLIDAY PARADE [more]
Saturday, November 21, starting at 10 AM
Downtown Bowling Green Ohio

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
On-going
Give thanks to all 4-H has done including the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H

WGTE MemberCard Benefit
On-going
Watch WGTE TV or listen to FM 91 for 2-for-1 admission discounts to the Wood County Historical Museum for MemberCard holders.

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

OLD HOME HOLIDAY DECORATING
[Dates & Details]

HOLIDAY GALA FUNDRAISER [more]
Friday, December 4, 6-8 PM

OLD HOME HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS TOUR
December 5 - 18, 2015 [more]

2015 Tour Times:
Dec. 5 & 6 -- 1 - 4pm
Dec. 7, 8, & 9 -- 10am - 5pm
Dec. 10 & 11-- 10 am - 8pm
Dec. 12 & 13 -- 1 - 4pm
Dec. 14, 15, & 16 -- 10am - 5pm
Dec. 17 & 18 -- 10am - 8pm

TEA: CHRISTMAS TEA AND TOUR
Thursday, December 10 & 17, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Wood County Historical Museum, 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green

PASSPORT TO BG
On-going
Visit one or all of the 14 participating attractions and businesses in Bowling Green to receive a special offer and a stamp. Collect stamps to be eligible for a great prize package. Sponsored by the Bowling Green Convention & Visitors Bureau. Download Passport

WOOD COUNTY QUILT SQUARE TRAIL
Home for the Holidays? Take a drive to witness the 20 Quilt Squares peppered around Wood County. Brochures available at the Museum and the 4-H Office.

WGTE MemberCard Benefit
On-going
Watch WGTE TV or listen to FM 91 for 2-for-1 admission discounts to the Wood County Historical Museum for MemberCard holders.

Kelli Kling
Marketing & Events Coordinator
Wood County Historical Center & Museum
13660 County Home Road
Bowling Green, OH 43402
419-352-0967
museum@woodcountyhistory.org