An outdoor gallery in the historic district featuring 22 historical photographs from the Worthington Historical Society archive that picture Worthington throughout its almost 250 year existence.The exhibition runs May through October as part of Ohio's America 250 celebrations through a partnership between the Worthington Historical Society and Experience Worthington.
The exhibition features original themed artwork alongside books and an expansive photo collage spanning America's history from Pre-Columbus days to present. The artist presents their perspective on significant historical figures and moments, inviting visitors to reflect on their own selections.A dedicated Lincoln section includes a large 3-D art piece that is based upon the Lincoln Memorial.
On display in the Dining Room of the Stan Hywet Manor House, The Families That Built Akron explores the stories of the people whose lives, work, and traditions helped shape Akron. Created in honor of America's 250th anniversary and Akron's bicentennial, the exhibit traces Akron's evolution from canal town to industrial powerhouse through the families who built homes, businesses, communities, and lasting legacies here. From early settlers to recent arrivals, this special exhibition invites visitors to reflect on the people who shaped the city and the ways each of us helps shape our communities today.
In the oldest home on the Big Darby Creek resides the area's first settler. An odd, weathered old man who is said to have once lived with the Mingo. Many have heard his name but few know him personally. This is the story of the first settler in Madison County, Jonathan Alder.While some historians have included tales of Alder's life in their collections, none can tell it quite like the man himself. This one-man play features Jonathan, seeing his world and health fade around him, finally deciding to share his story publicly, just as he remembers. He can't help but get caught up in the episodes, too, reliving the memories with the audience. But, as the night progresses, he begins to fear his years have grown short and that the truth will soon become myth.By the end of his story, he leaves the audience with a plea and a choice; will they lead a path of hope? Or, will their path lead to despair?Based on his dictated and family accounts, witness Central Ohio's earliest settler share what life was like for the rest of us amidst a revolution.
