Music at the Museum Presented by Visit BG Ohio

FREE LIVE MUSIC CONCERT AT WOOD COUNTY MUSEUM  The Wood County Museum will hosting its new concert series "Music at the Museum Presented by Visit BG Ohio", a free concert featuring Live Music on the east wing porch of the historic County Home building on June 8, August 10, and September 14 - starting at […]

Put an Umbrella In It Tea Class

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

June 12, 2023 • 6:00PM Join the museum and The Summer Kitchen Girls as we mix up some delicious Tea-Infused Mocktails for Summer Sipping! You'll learn how to make three tasty drinks & enjoy some appetizers. Admission: $35/person

$35.00

Cruise-In for a Safe Summer Presented by USA Insulation & Edwin and Irma Wolf

Wood County Museum Grounds 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

Join the Wood County Museum and Safe Communities of Wood County for the first “Cruise-In for a Safe Summer Presented by USA Insulation & Edwin and Irma Wolf” event on June 24, 2023 from 11am-4pm! This is a FREE community event with: service vehicles, fire trucks, police cruisers, 1st responders, tractors, a safety fair, activities […]

$10.00 – $200.00

Demonstration Day: Amateur Radio Field Days

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

The Wood County Amateur Radio Club (WCARC) will hold their annual Field Day in the Boom Town area of the Museum grounds at 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 24, and if weather permits, through the night until Sunday, June 25 at 2:00 PM. Every June, more than 40,000 Amateur (Ham) Radio operators throughout North America […]

Online Silent Auction Fundraiser

The Online Silent Auction is part of the Wood County Museum's largest fundraiser event of the year - Boiler BBQ Bash! The online auction portion has over 100+ products up for bid. Peruse the wonderful items generously donated by Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana businesses. Bidding on an auction item helps us reach $25,000 fundraising goal. […]

Boiler BBQ Bash Fundraiser

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

It's time to celebrate our grand re-opening! This year the museum has reimagined the “Gala Fundraiser” as the “Boiler BBQ Bash!” on July 7, 2023 from 6-9pm.  We are excited to have a “new” fun summer fundraiser as an in-person event with live music by Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder, delicious food by […]

$60.00 – $5,000.00

Possibilit”teas” Chai Sugar Scrub Tea Class

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

July 17, 2023 • 6:00PM Join the museum and The Summer Kitchen Girls and explore all of the possibilities of TEA! Sip on some Chai as we talk about this delicious tea and tell you how to infuse it into a yummy treat we will snack on. Then we will create a chai hand and […]

$35.00

Music at the Museum Presented by Visit BG Ohio

FREE LIVE MUSIC CONCERT AT WOOD COUNTY MUSEUM  The Wood County Museum will hosting its new concert series "Music at the Museum Presented by Visit BG Ohio", a free concert featuring Live Music on the east wing porch of the historic County Home building on June 8, August 10, and September 14 - starting at […]

Tea Infused Treats Class

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

August 14, 2023 • 6:00PM Do you love Cold & Frosty stuff? You may be a Frigophilia! So join us for a cool summer treat as we join The Summer Kitchen Girls. We show you how to make some delicious tea-infused gelato, ice cream, granita, and sorbets! Everyone will be able to try them all. […]

$35.00

Living History Day

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

20th Annual Wood County Living History Day August  27, 2023 • 2:00 PM Wood County Museum Grounds, Bowling Green History comes alive! Meet first-person interpreters who will share stories of past Wood County residents. Sunday, August 27, 2023 at 2 PM A Joyful Noise will perform at 1:30 PM Wood County Museum Grounds FREE EVENT Guest […]

Music at the Museum Presented by Visit BG Ohio

FREE LIVE MUSIC CONCERT AT WOOD COUNTY MUSEUM  The Wood County Museum will hosting its new concert series "Music at the Museum Presented by Visit BG Ohio", a free concert featuring Live Music on the east wing porch of the historic County Home building on June 8, August 10, and September 14 - starting at […]

Demonstration Day: Fall Blacksmithing

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

On Saturday, October 7, 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 10 AM – 2 PM. Watch seasoned blacksmiths or try your hand at this lost art. The […]

German-American Day

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

GERMAN-AMERICAN DAY 7 PM • RSVP Required Join us for this year's German-American Day Education Program. A brief introductory program will be given by retired BGSU professor, Geoff Howes, on the topic of Bowling Green’s 1889 German Language newspaper, "Die Post” followed by a “Story Slam.”  The “Story Slam” format will allow guests 5 Minutes […]

$5.00

Wood County Museum Fundraiser Photo Sessions

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

The Wood County Museum has partnered with Callan Photography and Fundraiser to bring you Fall mini photo sessions. Have your photos taken at the BEAUTIFUL Wood County Museum Park, and help raise money at the same time! These photos will take place with the beautiful fall colors, and are perfect for any kind of session: […]

Grand Re-Opening & Ribbon Cutting for the Wood County Museum

We are happy to announce that after being closed for much of 2023, that the Wood County Museum is ready to re-open its doors! Just this week, the last bit of flooring was laid and now we can start to rebuild the exhibits. We are very excited to be able to share the history of […]

Free

The History and Legend of Holcomb Road at North Baltimore Public Library

North Baltimore Public Library 230 N. Main Street, North Baltimore, OH, United States

Join Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over The History and Legend of Holcomb Road. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE NORTH BALTIMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY* Holcomb Road is a road in Wood County, Ohio that first gained local, then regional attention as the site of paranormal activity.  The history of Holcomb Road goes […]

Tea & Talk Series: Trailblazing Women in Ohio Politics

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

“Trailblazing Women in Ohio Politics" Trailblazing Women in Ohio Politics is a WBGU-PBS public television documentary and oral history project marking the electoral achievements of Democratic and Republican women who have broken electoral barriers in Ohio. Greeted with skepticism by voters beginning in the 1960s, each trailblazer overcame obstacles and sometimes hostility to get elected. Featured […]

$25.00 – $30.00

The History and Legend of Holcomb Road at Liberty Center Public Library

Liberty Center Public Library 124 East Street, Liberty Center, OH, United States

Join Mike McMaster as he gives an education program over The History and Legend of Holcomb Road. *THIS IS EVENT IS AT THE LIBERTY CENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY* Holcomb Road is a road in Wood County, Ohio that first gained local, then regional attention as the site of paranormal activity.  The history of Holcomb Road goes […]

Turkey Drop Fundraiser

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

FOAM TURKEY DROP FUNDRAISER November 16, 2023 at 8:30 AM • Wood County Museum Parking Lot DON’T MISS THIS FUN OPPORTUNITY TO SUPPORT THE WOOD COUNTY MUSEUM! Here’s how it works: Purchase a foam turkey for $50 each. ONLY 150 TURKEYS WILL BE SOLD! Foam Turkeys can be purchased online, at the museum or on […]

$50.00

Tea & Talk Series: Fashion After Dark

Wood County Museum 13660 County Home Rd., Bowling Green, OH, United States

“Fashion After Dark" During the 19th century, innovations in artificial light had a profound effect on fashion. From gas to early electricity, light changed the way that colors, textures, and embellishments appeared at night. Learn about what fashion editors recommended, what women wore, and how they shopped. About the Speaker: Patty Edmonson has worked at some […]

$25.00 – $30.00

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! January Make & Take Craft: Paint Your Own Suncatcher Free First Fridays is presented by Visit Bowling Green, Ohio , Visit Perrysburg, & Rossford Convention & Visitors […]

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 States

Join 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, OH

Join 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, OH

Join 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 States

Join 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, OH

Join 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 States

Join 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 States

Join 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 […]