Tree Planting Ceremony at Norton Park
2025-11-13 12:30 (America/Detroit) | Bucyrus, OH
Tree Planting ceremony on Thursday, November 13th, at 12:30.
Address is 510 North Sandusky Avenue, Bucyrus, Ohio.
Thanks to the Bucyrus Rotary Club and Rotary District #6600 for their generosity!
Norton Park is a registered non-profit organization.

Dutch Oven Cooking
2025-11-15 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 State Route 598, Crestline, OH, United States, Ohio 44827, Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 State Route 598, Crestline, OH, United States, Ohio 44827
Join the Crawford Park District at the Lowe-Volk Park Nature Center for a presentation of the history of Dutch oven cooking. It will be followed by a hike back to our campsite where we will mix up some Irish Soda Bread and cook it over the open flames of a campfire (weather dependent). Enjoy a fun and flavorful step back in time.

Creation Station - Free Class - Leaf Gnomes
2025-11-16 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH
Creation Station free drop-in art classes are for all ages and abilities. Food and beverage are allowed to be brought in.
Create a gnome to decorate for Fall out of orange leaves and fabric! 🍁

The Life of Gates Brown: National Sports Star
2025-11-16 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 400 Scott Street Crestline, Ohio 44827, Crestline, OH, 400 Scott Street Crestline, Ohio 44827, Crestline, OH
Come and hear our very own Bill Fisher tell the story of the life of Gates Brown. Gates was raised in Crestline and played professional baseball for the Detroit Tigers. Gates hold the American League record for the most pinch hits at bats at 414!
And he was a really good guy!

Beyond the Basics: Digital Marketing
2025-11-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Crawford County Art Center, Crawford County Art Center
Monstervox Productions’ CEO, Scott Leon Smith, presents real world strategies for non-profits, small businesses, and artists that will help them enhance and maintain their online presence and boost their brand & mission awareness.
Topics include:
1. Social Media Posting with a Variety of Branded Content
2. Creating Meaningful Content through Blogging, Vlogging, & Podcasting
3. Outsourcing Creativity to Professional Media Partners

Gourd Ornaments
2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820, 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820
Register for tickets ($20/$25) here https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/gourd-ornaments
Join Instructor Suzanne to make a Santa ornament (one of three different versions available) from a dried gourd! All supplies are provided and additional kits will be available. Since we are using a natural product, sizes and shapes may vary somewhat.
Suzanne is an award-winning gourd artist who has taught classes with Burnt Sienna, Earth Wind and Flowers, and at the Ohio Gourd Show.
You are welcome to bring food and beverage to enjoy during the class and we are DORA-friendly! This class is for all ages. If you have any accommodation needs please let us know so we can set you up for success! Tickets for classes non-refundable. The Crawford County Art Center is 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Proceeds from our classes go toward operating costs and providing free art programming to the community.

Viewing the Night Sky
2025-11-22 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 State Route 598, Crestline, OH, United States, Ohio 44827, Lowe-Volk Park, 2401 State Route 598, Crestline, OH, United States, Ohio 44827
Join the Crawford Park Astronomy Club to view the targets for fall, such as Pegasus, Andromeda, Lepus, Leo, and so much more. If the weather and sky are unfavorable, the program will be held in the Lowe-Volk Park Nature Center.

Viewing the Night Sky
2025-11-29 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Lowe-Volk Park 2401 State Route 598, Crestline, OH, United States, Ohio 44827, Lowe-Volk Park 2401 State Route 598, Crestline, OH, United States, Ohio 44827

Acrylic Ornament Art Class
2025-12-06 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820, 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820
Join Instructor Rebecca to make an acrylic ornament with a variety of decor and material options! All supplies are provided.
You are welcome to bring food and beverage to enjoy during the class and we are DORA-friendly! This class is for all ages. If you have any accommodation needs please let us know so we can set you up for success! Tickets for classes non-refundable. The Crawford County Art Center is 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Proceeds from our classes go toward operating costs and providing free art programming to the community.

Annual Holiday Open House at Brownella Cottage
2025-12-06 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 132 S Union St, Galion, OH 44833-2524, United States, 132 S Union St, Galion, OH 44833-2524, United States
Annual Holiday Open House at Brownella Cottage
Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 1:00–4:00 p.m.
Brownella Cottage – 132 S. Union St., Galion, OH
Free Admission
Step into the holiday spirit at our Annual Holiday Open House! Each December, Brownella Cottage is dressed in its Christmas best, welcoming the community to experience the magic of a Victorian Christmas.
Enjoy a self-guided tour through the festively decorated home and explore the Galion History Museum & Gift Shop in the Brownella Carriage House, open during the event with unique local history related gifts!
The Friends of the Big Four Depot will also be selling Christmas cards in the Bishop’s Study – perfect for adding a touch of Galion history to your holiday greetings!
This free community event is held in conjunction with the “Come Home to Galion” Christmas festival. Stop by, take in the sights, and celebrate the season surrounded by history, tradition, and holiday cheer!

Sleigh Bells Ring
2025-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | OH
Come celebrate the season at the Harvey OneRoom School on December 7 from 1-4 p.m.!
We will have several horse – drawn sleighs on display as well as Santa’s annual visit, treats, music, and crafts for the children! “Sleigh Bells Ring” at 1120 Caldwell Rd. Bucyrus OH.

Christmas Open Houses at the Bucyrus Historical Society and Harvey Schoolhouse
2025-12-07 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Bucyrus, OH
Get into the holiday spirit with two festive events this Sunday, December 7th from 1:00-4:00!

Creation Station Free Art Class: Wreath Painting
2025-12-07 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820, 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820
Creation Station free drop-in art classes are for all ages and abilities. You are welcome to bring food and beverages to enjoy. This series of classes is generously funded by the United Way of North Central Ohio.

Brownella Cottage Christmas Cookie & Cocktail Pairing Tours
2025-12-12 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 132 S Union St, Galion, OH 44833-2524, United States, 132 S Union St, Galion, OH 44833-2524, United States
Step back into a Victorian Christmas wonderland at the Galion History Center’s Christmas Cookie & Cocktail Tours, taking place Friday, December 12th at Brownella Cottage, 132 S. Union Street. Guests will enjoy an elegant evening of sweet indulgence, featuring holiday cocktails paired with freshly baked Christmas cookies, all set within the enchanting rooms of one of Galion’s most beloved historic homes.
Tours will be offered at 6:00, 7:00, and 8:00 p.m., with each time slot limited to provide a cozy and personalized experience. As visitors stroll through the beautifully decorated cottage, they’ll be treated to the sights, sounds, and tastes of the season – complete with twinkling lights, festive music, and a touch of Victorian holiday magic.
This event blends two great holiday traditions, cookies and cocktails, with the rich history of Brownella Cottage. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate the season while supporting local preservation!
Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased online at www.galionhistory.com/events starting November 7th at 10:00 a.m.!
Availability is limited, and early reservations are strongly encouraged.
Come raise a glass to history, community, and Christmas cheer. Brownella Cottage is waiting to welcome you.
Event Details:
Christmas Cookie & Cocktail Tours
Brownella Cottage, 132 S. Union St., Galion, Ohio
Friday, December 12, 2025
Tour times: 6:00, 7:00, and 8:00 p.m.
$25 per person
Tickets: www.galionhistory.com/events

Second Saturday Free Art Class: Air Dry Clay Ornaments
2025-12-13 12:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820, 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820
Second Saturday free drop-in art classes are for all ages and abilities. You are welcome to bring food and beverages to enjoy. This series of classes is generously funded by the United Way of North Central Ohio.

Holiday Histories
2025-12-13 18:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Ohio History Connection, Ohio History Connection
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the season and enjoy a cozy evening at Holiday Histories. Wander the museum at your own pace, connect with friends and family and explore holiday traditions from around the world, both past and present.
Enjoy hands-on crafts and storytelling with community partners, listen to roving carolers filling the galleries with festive music, and browse unique gifts from local vendors and the Ohio History Store. No crowded malls required.
Member Benefits:
Premium Members: FREE admission for everyone on the membership
All Other Members: $5 off each ticket
What’s in store!
Moon Festival Celebration
Discover the fascinating story behind the Mid-Autumn Festival and make a Play-Doh mooncake!
Twelfth Night & Winter Tidings
Stop by to learn about evergreens, early Christmas trees and preparing for winter in early America
Home Away From the Homefront
Learn how some American soldiers spent the holidays overseas during WWI and other conflicts through letters, photos and artifacts.
1950’s Holidays
Learn about mid-century Christmas traditions in our Lustron House!
Ice, Ice Baby! Ice Age mammals
Around 10,000 years ago massive mammals roamed across Ohio. Explore actual fossils at this station and learn more about these extinct megafauna.
Ohio Toy History
Ohio is home to many well-known and beloved toy makers. Toys from Ohio Art Company, Kenner and Little Tikes are discussed at this hands-on station.
Little Holiday Vendor Market
Vendors will include Igloo Letterpress, Robin Schuricht Art, El Mercadito

Creation Station Free Art Class: Cardboard Snowflakes
2025-12-14 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820, 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820

Creation Station Free Art Class: Snowflake Suncatchers
2025-12-21 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820, 117 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820

Ribbon-cutting Ceremony to launch America 250-OH celebrations all throughout 2026!
2026-02-10 11:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Crawford County Courthouse, 112 E Mansfield St, Bucyrus, OH, 44820, United States
Ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Crawford County Courthouse on Tuesday, February 10th, from 11:30-12:30pm to launch America 250-Ohio celebrations all throughout 2026.
The public is welcome.

Deborah Sampson, Revolutionary War Soldier
2026-02-15 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 400 Scott Street Crestline, Ohio 44827, Crestline, OH, 400 Scott Street Crestline, Ohio 44827, Crestline, OH
Come and hear the story of Deborah Sampson, one of the Rev War’s best known female soldiers! She had a rough childhood and was forgotten after her death. She has a lot to say!
FREE 3rd Sunday event!!

Happy Birthday, America! CCHA 250 Kickoff
2026-03-01 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Hub at Village Square, 311 N Seltzer St, Crestline, OH, 44827, United States
A Statewide Celebration
Ohio is one of the states that has very enthusiastically embraced this historical milestone!

America 250 OH Website

Celebrating America 250 in Crawford County
The Crawford County History Alliance (CCHA) is hosting an America 250 Birthday Bash kick-off on March 1st. This event is the premier of the “CCHA History Passport Program” and their “Storytelling Banner” exhibit. All member organizations will be featured.
At this birthday celebration all 14 member organizations will have display tables featuring special items from their organization

Bucyrus Copper Kettle Works
Bucyrus Historical Society
Bucyrus Public Library
Bucyrus Preservation Society (T&OC Station)
Crawford Park District
Crawford County Art Center
Crestline Historical Society
Harvey One Room School
Galion Big Four Deport
Galion History Center
Lincoln Highway Association
New Washington Historical Society
Norton Park
Lauretta Schimmoler Museum

Donations gladly accepted at the door
Items will also be for sale—bring cash for most organization. Some vendors may accept credit cards.
Other Participating Groups
In addition, the Citizen to Patriot Group will also host exhibit tables, with special emphasis on the American Constitution, as well as significant US landmarks.
Castle Coin Company will have a special exhibit, “250 Years of US Coins.” This exhibit will include an example of every US coin ever minted, with a brief explanation of what was happening historically during that particular period. Some of the coins will feature particular American symbols and there will also be colonial coins.
Cabin At Willow Hollow will have Revolutionary-Era items will have items on sale.
The Bucyrus Public Library has created a “Story Walk” about the Revolutionary War-Era “Liberty Tree.”

America 250 Kickoff!
2026-03-01 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Hub at Village Square, The Hub at Village Square
Come celebrate the kickoff of the Crawford County History Alliance’s America 250 celebration!
All the organizations in the Alliance will be there with information, items for sale and freebies!!
Pick up your 2026 History Passport to begin your journey thru Crawford County’s museums and historical sites.
Music, comradery and…cake!!
We hope to see you there!

America 250 Kickoff--Big Birthday Bash
2026-03-01 14:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | The Hub at Village Square, The Hub at Village Square
Get your CCHA Passport, View History Exhibits, Hear Live Music, Meet Historic Figures, and eat plenty of cake to celebration America’ 250th, Ohio’s 223rd, and Crawford County’s 200th!

55th Birthday of Bucyrus' Scroggs House
2026-03-22 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | 400 Scott Street Crestline, Ohio 44827, Crestline, OH, 400 Scott Street Crestline, Ohio 44827, Crestline, OH
That beautiful home of the Bucyrus Historical Society?
How did that happen 55 years ago? Come listen to volunteer Alison Kovac tell the story. And it started with a “not really cool” name!

Lincoln Highway Exhibit @ Bucyrus Public Library
2026-04-06 - 2026-04-30 | Bucyrus Public Library, 200 E Mansfield St, Bucyrus, OH, 44820, United States

The Dolls that Built a Church
2026-04-19 15:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | 400 Scott Street Crestline, Ohio 44827, Crestline, OH, 400 Scott Street Crestline, Ohio 44827, Crestline, OH
Have you ever heard of Presbyterian Dolls? Come hear the story of the handmade built that built the Bucyrus Presbyterian church many years ago. And how they were resurrected twice more to help the church along. Debra Hoover, author of the book “A Century of Presbyterian Dolls” tell us the whole story!

Historic Marker Dedication
2026-04-25 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | West Bucyrus Street Across from the old roundhouse site, West Bucyrus Street Across from the old roundhouse site
Crestline Historical Society and Museum along with the Crawford County Chamber of Commerce
will have a dedication & ribbon cutting for this fabulous new historic marker that honors the PRR Roundhouse.
This is also National Historic Marker Weekend across the US so come help us celebrate! #historicmarker #historyteacher #smalltownbigheart #ohiohistory #roundhouse #railroad

From Slates to Art & Literature
2026-05-03 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 1120 Caldwell Rd, Bucyrus, OH 44820-9592, United States, 1120 Caldwell Rd, Bucyrus, OH 44820-9592, United States
Join us for the festivities, with fun activities for the whole family!
• Make your own slate to take home
• Try calligraphy
• Learn about the history of the McGuffy reader and enjoy the display of readers!
• Vintage postcard display
• Outdoor games and kite flying!
• Can you play a kazoo?
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Morning with Mom
2026-05-09 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 1875 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820, 1875 N Sandusky Ave, Bucyrus, OH, United States, Ohio 44820
Looking for the perfect way to celebrate Mother’s Day weekend? Bring Mom (or your favorite motherly figure!) to The Loft (middle building) for a morning of pampering, DIY-ing, and delicious treats.
Admission: FREE entry! (Activities and vendor items are pay-as-you-go).
Moms, enjoy a complimentary house made breakfast treat (muffin or donut) on us, to start the day right! ☕🍩(while supplies last)
While you’re here, treat Mom to:
💅 Color Street: 15-minute manicures for $15 (plus sets to take home!)
🌷 The Ohio Flower Girls’ Flower Cart: Buy a pre-made bouquet for mom.
✨Welded Permanent Jewelry: Get “welded” with a beautiful forever piece.
👕 T-Shirt Bar: Design and make your own custom tee.
🧸 Handmade Goods: Shop adorable crochet animals.
📸 Photo Op: Snap a memory under our beautiful arch!
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Galion Depot Day
2026-05-09 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Big Four Depot, Big Four Depot
See poster attached
