Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day
Come out to the Wood County Museum for free Museum admission every first Friday! *NEW* in 2024 - Free make & take craft on Free First Friday Days! February Make & Take Craft: Valentine's Day Theme Free First Fridays is presented by Visit Bowling Green, Ohio , Visit Perrysburg, & Rossford Convention & Visitors Bureau. […]
Education On The Road: The History of Indian Hills Elementary School
Wood County Committee On Aging 140 S Grove St, Bowling Green, OH, United StatesJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over The History of Indian Hills Elementary School. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE WOOD COUNTY COMMITTEE ON AGING* Indian Hills Elementary School: Art, Architecture, and Archeology The distinctive shape of Indian Hills Elementary School in Rossford has fascinated students, teachers, and residents of Rossford since […]
Education On The Road: The History of Indian Hills Elementary School
Grand Rapids Senior Center 23019 Kellogg Rd, Grand Rapids, OHJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over The History of Indian Hills Elementary School. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR CENTER* Indian Hills Elementary School: Art, Architecture, and Archeology The distinctive shape of Indian Hills Elementary School in Rossford has fascinated students, teachers, and residents of Rossford since its […]
Education On The Road: The History of Indian Hills Elementary School
Pemberville Senior Center 220 Cedar Street, Pemberville, OHJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over The History of Indian Hills Elementary School. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE PEMBERVILLE SENIOR CENTER* Indian Hills Elementary School: Art, Architecture, and Archeology The distinctive shape of Indian Hills Elementary School in Rossford has fascinated students, teachers, and residents of Rossford since its construction […]
Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day
Come out to the Wood County Museum for free Museum admission every first Friday! *NEW* in 2024 - Free make & take craft on Free First Friday Days! February Make & Take Craft: St. Partick's Day Theme Free First Fridays is presented by Visit Bowling Green, Ohio , Visit Perrysburg, & Rossford Convention & Visitors […]
Education On The Road: Black Swamp Stories Part 3
Wood County Committee On Aging 140 S Grove St, Bowling Green, OH, United StatesJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Black Swamp Stories Part 3. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE WOOD COUNTY COMMITTEE ON AGING* Black Swamp Stories Part 3 This program discovers the location of the mysterious Dutchmen’s Deadening, the gift of Johnny Chapman, and the origins of the most iconic barn in […]
Education On The Road: Flight to Extinction – American Passenger Pigeons
Grand Rapids Senior Center 23019 Kellogg Rd, Grand Rapids, OHJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Flight to Extinction: The American Passenger Pigeon & the Bowling Green Massacre! *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR CENTER* Flight to Extinction: The American Passenger Pigeon & the Bowling Green Massacre! The American Passenger Pigeon was the most numerous bird in North America […]
Get Ready for the Eclipse!
Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United StatesJoin the Wood County Park District and learn from astronomy expert Jeffrey Kirkbride about the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8! We'll discuss how to view it safely, the science behind the eclipse and some potential viewing locations at the parks. March 8th - 7:00PM-8:00PM at the Wood County Museum Please go to the […]
Education On The Road: Black Swamp Stories Part 3
Rossford Senior Center 400 Dixie Highway, Rossford, OH, United StatesJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Black Swamp Stories Part 3. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE ROSSFORD SENIOR CENTER* Black Swamp Stories Part 3 This program discovers the location of the mysterious Dutchmen’s Deadening, the gift of Johnny Chapman, and the origins of the most iconic barn in all of […]
Native Plants and Gardens
Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United StatesJoin the Wood County Park District and learn how native plants in your yard can support the conservation mission of the Wood County Parks. We'll cover potential species, where to get plants, native plant resources and how you can volunteer with the parks to get some gardening experience Class Leaders: Jim Witter and Hayley Barrett […]
Education On The Road: Black Swamp Stories Part 3
Pemberville Senior Center 220 Cedar Street, Pemberville, OHJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Black Swamp Stories Part 3. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE PEMBERVILLE SENIOR CENTER* Black Swamp Stories Part 3 This program discovers the location of the mysterious Dutchmen’s Deadening, the gift of Johnny Chapman, and the origins of the most iconic barn in all of […]
Author Meet & Greet: Unnatural Ohio
Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States“Unnatural Ohio" Join us for an Author Meet & Greet for the book "Unnatural Ohio"! Hear about some folklore legends and enjoy light refreshments! Make sure to get your book signed as well! This event is $7/person & FREE for Museum Members! (Ticket price includes museum admission for exhibit tours) Across city and country, […]
Education On The Road: The History of Indian Hills Elementary School
Perrysburg Senior Center 140 W. Indiana Avenue, Perrysburg, OH, United StatesJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over The History of Indian Hills Elementary School. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE PERRYSBURG SENIOR CENTER* Indian Hills Elementary School: Art, Architecture, and Archeology The distinctive shape of Indian Hills Elementary School in Rossford has fascinated students, teachers, and residents of Rossford since its construction […]
Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United StatesJoin the Wood County Museum for the 4th Annual Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt! From March 22-30, find all 10 egg signs and collect the clues to win a prize. Signs will be “hidden” all around the Museum grounds, all 50 acres! This is an egg hunt that is for both kids and adults, everyone is […]
Tea & Talk Series: Ripped From the Headlines: Jackie’s Fight For Privacy
Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States“Ripped From the Headlines: Jackie's Fight For Privacy" As tabloids spread rumors and fanned the flames of scandal in her personal life, Jackie Kennedy, later Jackie Onassis actively fought for privacy not only for herself, but for her children as well. Join Stephanie Bohnak, Director of Education and Outreach at the National First Ladies Library […]
Education On The Road: Odds and Ends of Wood County: Part 2
Wood County Committee On Aging 140 S Grove St, Bowling Green, OH, United StatesJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Odds and Ends of Wood County: Part 2 *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE WOOD COUNTY COMMITTEE ON AGING* Odds and Ends of Wood County: Part 2 Mike McMaster has been driving, and getting lost, in Wood County and surrounding areas for 20 years. In […]
Education On The Road: Black Swamp Stories Part 3
Grand Rapids Senior Center 23019 Kellogg Rd, Grand Rapids, OHJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Black Swamp Stories Part 3. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR CENTER* Black Swamp Stories Part 3 This program discovers the location of the mysterious Dutchmen’s Deadening, the gift of Johnny Chapman, and the origins of the most iconic barn in all […]
Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day
Come out to the Wood County Museum for free Museum admission every first Friday! *NEW* in 2024 - Free make & take craft on Free First Friday Days! February Make & Take Craft: Spring Theme Free First Fridays is presented by Visit Bowling Green, Ohio , Visit Perrysburg, & Rossford Convention & Visitors Bureau. Exhibits […]
Demonstration Day: Spring Blacksmithing
Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United StatesOn Saturday, April 6th, The Wood County Museum will host a Demonstration Day featuring the Northwest Ohio Blacksmiths Association as they keep the art of blacksmithing stoked in heart of Wood County with an Open Forge Demonstration from 9 AM – 2 PM. Watch seasoned blacksmiths or try your hand at this lost art. The […]
Education On The Road: Odds and Ends of Wood County: Part 2
Rossford Senior Center 400 Dixie Highway, Rossford, OH, United StatesJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Odds and Ends of Wood County: Part 2 *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE ROSSFORD SENIOR CENTER* Odds and Ends of Wood County: Part 2 Mike McMaster has been driving, and getting lost, in Wood County and surrounding areas for 20 years. In that time […]
Education On The Road: Indian Hills and Whittlesey’s Mystery
Rossford Public Library 720 Dixie Highway, Rossford, United StatesJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Indian Hills and Whittlesey’s Mystery *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE ROSSFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY* Indian Hills and Whittlesey’s Mystery The distinctive shape of Indian Hills Elementary School in Rossford has fascinated students, teachers, and residents of Rossford since its construction. Learn about this unique structure, […]
Tea & Talk Series: Sci-Fi Movies of the 1950s
Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States“Sci-Fi Movies of the 1950s" The 1950s are known as the definitive era for science fiction films. Many were low-budget and geared towards a teenage audience. They touched on popular culture and political themes of the decade, including infiltration and nuclear weapons. These films played on the public’s fear of nuclear war, showing how the […]
Free First Fridays & Make and Take Craft Day
Come out to the Wood County Museum for free Museum admission every first Friday! *NEW* in 2024 - Free make & take craft on Free First Friday Days! May Make & Take Craft: TBA Free First Fridays is presented by Visit Bowling Green, Ohio , Visit Perrysburg, & Rossford Convention & Visitors Bureau. Exhibits currently […]
Early Ohio on the Portage & Lady Brandeberry’s Ball
Early Ohio Along the Portage A Timeline (1750-1865) Reenactment Event Experience Military, Native Americans, Settlers, Political Growth and Home Life Activities. See well-known characters of days gone by at this ‘Living History’ event! This event is co-sponsored by the Wood County Museum & the Maumee Valley Heritage Corridor. With support from Visit BG Ohio. May […]
Education On The Road: Black Swamp Stories: Part 4
Wood County Committee On Aging 140 S Grove St, Bowling Green, OH, United StatesJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Black Swamp Stories: Part 4 *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE WOOD COUNTY COMMITTEE ON AGING* Black Swamp Stories: Part 4 The history of Wood County is forged in war. Learn about a forgotten 1832 war in Wood County; It’s not what you think! Program […]
Education On The Road: Indian Hills Elementary School: Art, Architecture, and Archeology
Grand Rapids Senior Center 23019 Kellogg Rd, Grand Rapids, OHJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Indian Hills Elementary School: Art, Architecture, and Archeology *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE GRAND RAPIDS SENIOR CENTER* Indian Hills Elementary School: Art, Architecture, and Archeology The distinctive shape of Indian Hills Elementary School in Rossford has fascinated students, teachers, and residents of Rossford since […]
Education On The Road: Black Swamp Stories Part 4
Pemberville Senior Center 220 Cedar Street, Pemberville, OHJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Black Swamp Stories Part 4 *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE PEMBERVILLE SENIOR CENTER* Black Swamp Stories Part 4 The history of Wood County is forged in war. Learn about a forgotten 1832 war in Wood County; It’s not what you think! Program Date: May […]
Education On The Road: Black Swamp Stories Part 3
Wayne Senior Center 202 E Main St, Wayne, United StatesJoin Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over Black Swamp Stories Part 3. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE WAYNE SENIOR CENTER* Black Swamp Stories Part 3 This program discovers the location of the mysterious Dutchmen’s Deadening, the gift of Johnny Chapman, and the origins of the most iconic barn in all of […]
Safety Fair & Cruise-In
Wood County Museum Grounds 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United StatesJoin the Wood County Museum and Safe Communities of Wood County for the 2nd Annual Safety Fair & Cruise-In Presented by USA Insulation event on May 18, 2024 from 11am-4pm! Rain or shine! This is a FREE community event that the public will be able to get an up close look at/in: service vehicles, fire […]
Tea & Chocolate Tasting Class
Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United StatesMay 20, 2024 • 6:00PM Tea & Chocolate Tasting Class Join the Wood County Museum & The Summer Kitchen girls for a SWEET night! We'll pair three flights of loose-leaf teas with some amazing gourmet chocolates from Franz Knipschildt. We'll discuss complementary, contrasting, and enhancing flavors of the tea & chocolate. Admission: $40/person *All ticket […]
