Early Ohio Along the Portage A Timeline (1750-1865) Reenactment Event May 5: 10AM-3PM, May 6: 10AM-5PM, May 7: 10AM-3PM May 6: Lantern tour on Saturday at 8:30pm FREE ADMISSION TO EVENT Wood County Museum Grounds Experience Military, Native Americans, Settlers, Political Growth and Home Life Activities. See well-known characters of days gone by at this […]

“Underwear Etiquette” EVENT IS SOLD OUT - WAITLIST IS AVAILABLE! Advice literature was rampant with guidelines on how to conduct one’s self; underwear was a central subject of this genre. A glimpse of an ankle, naked shoulders, an untied cravat – learn about the social protocols of hidden clothing. About the Speaker: Alex Hutchings is […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join 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 […]

“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, […]

Join 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 […]

“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 […]