Events

This living history concert recreates a July 26, 1901 program performed at President and Mrs. McKinley's Canton residence. Family activities begin at 5:30 PM with the concert starting at 6:30 PM. Kona Ice will be available for purchase, and attendees should bring blankets or lawn chairs for limited seating.Canton's Grand Army Band, directed by Emil Reinkendorff and known as "McKinley's Own," accompanied President McKinley throughout his political career. Joseph N. Rubin conducts a 23-piece concert band performing a free 75-minute show featuring classical favorites and marches, including the premiere of "Our Chief's Call," a march by Reinkendorff dedicated to President McKinley that hasn't been performed in over a century.

The program explores Cleveland women's advocacy for voting rights and their subsequent role in founding the League of Women Voters. It acknowledges the largely undocumented efforts of these suffragists who achieved their goal in 1920.Presented as part of the America250 commemorative initiative, in partnership with the Western Reserve Historical Society.Cost: FreeVisionary Sponsor: Cenovus (CVE)

The Maumee River serves as "a primary life source to communities of the present and past." Wood County Parks staff partner with Cherokee Nation member Jessie Walton-Summers to explore the river's significance to Native Americans.Participants will journey 5 miles, learning about the region's history through stories and notable landmarks. A brief canoe skills session precedes the paddle.Age requirements: minimum 11 for front seat, 6 for center. All equipment provided. Participants must sign liability waivers and follow eligibility criteria.

"Even before the founding of our country, buttons have been important not only for America's clothing but also in American industry."The event showcases thousands of buttons available for purchase, including mother-of-pearl buttons from Mississippi River mussels and uniform buttons from Waterbury, Connecticut.Visitors can explore this hobby that "blends history, art, fashion, materials science, and craftsmanship."

Create a patriotic "I Spy" sensory bottle with your child to celebrate America turning 250 years old.Sensory play supports child development, helping with vocabulary and hand-eye coordination.This activity is designed for children ages 2-6. Advance registration is required for each participating child.

Gather together at Carter Historic Farm for a pack-your-own picnic, brief tour of the farm, and summer yard games.Bring your own lunch and picnic blanket. This event is organized as part of national picnic month celebrations.

Bus Trip around Brunswick visiting Historical Places around town with a stop at Westview Cemetery where Revolutionary Soldiers will come to life and talk about their experiences as a soldier in Washington's Army and the how and why to their location to Brunswick.$30 Member $35 Non-Member plus optional lunch

Come and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the USA at Willow Park during this special event filled with food, games, music, and history.The event is organized through a partnership of Grafton-Midview Public Library, Main Street Grafton, and the Village of Grafton.Cost: Free

11 am parade, Vendors, Food trucks, Kids games, Bounce houses, DJ, Comedian, Raffle tickets, Corn hole tournament, Character artist, Cake walk.

Join us as we highlight the achievements of American innovators such as Thomas Edison, Lewis Howard Latimer, Garrett Morgan, Eli Whitney, George Washington Carver, and Patricia Bath. Through an engaging timeline, hands-on experiments, and interactive role-playing activities, participants will discover how these inventors changed the world and continue to influence the present and future. Experience the excitement of invention, learn the stories behind each creation, and see how innovation has made a lasting impact on our lives.Ages 8-12. Children ages 10 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Please register each participating child for one session.

Don't throw away your shot! Join us as we watch this musical movie about one of the founding fathers. As we watch, complete a movie themed bingo with phrases and iconic moments from the movie. Prizes will be awarded.

Come enjoy music by Bernstein, Copland, Ellington and more at the Akron Symphonic Winds Concert at Heritage Park July 11 at 7:30 pm.Sit back, relax and enjoy great music by Northeast Ohio's professional wind ensemble dedicated to bringing communities together through music.