Ohio History Center

Category: History museum

Address: 800 E 17th Ave, Columbus, OH 43211, USA

Phone: +16142972300

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–5PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10AM–5PM

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–5PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Terry Griner

Sep 22, 2022

Really enjoyed the visit to Ohio Village. I enjoyed talking to the docents and reenactors.

Jeremy Garber

Sep 10, 2022

Adorable historic village with charming reenactments!

Young Zheng

Sep 10, 2022

Lovely place, and make sure you visit the Ohio village next door, which is included in the ticket.

Aaron Scott

Aug 10, 2022

Awsome place ! Great for the family and for all ages. The Ohio Village is a must see !

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Questions & Answers

Do they still do the reenactments?

April Sole | Sep 22, 2020
Traci White | Sep 22, 2020

As of right now, no. Visit their website at ohiohistory.org for updates.

How muchmoney to get in

Ginny Perkins | Sep 23, 2017
Ohio History Center | Sep 23, 2019

General Admission (includes Ohio Village May 25–Sept. 1): $15/Adults $13/Seniors $13/College Student (with ID) $9/Youth (4-12) Free for Ohio History Connection Members and Child (3 & under)

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Are you guys open on thursdays.

Hannah Au | Jun 24, 2022
Traci Auerbach | Jun 24, 2022

Yes! Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

What is the membership fee for organizations

Donna Seaman | Sep 22, 2021
OYAA RecBaseball | Sep 22, 2021

Contact Ohio history center directly

does it cost money and how much is it

Andrew Bickerstaff | Sep 22, 2020
Erin Cefaratti | Sep 22, 2020

Adults: $13 Youth (4-7): $7 Senior (60+): 11 Member: Free Child (3 & under): Free College students (with school ID): $11 Memberships start at $45 and pay for themselves in just a few visits! https://www.ohiohistory.org/join

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Are there electric scooters there and if so is there a charge?

Kimberly Adkins | Sep 23, 2019
Erin Cefaratti | Sep 23, 2019

They have one electric scooter at customer service that is free and available to those who need it.

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Who is cary R glay

Fahad Ahmad | May 25, 2022
Anthony Mecca | May 25, 2022

A scammer who is not employed or associated with Ohio History Connection.

Did you buy old coins for sale...

Viji Bawashree | Mar 26, 2022
John | Mar 26, 2022

No......

Is it possible for yr staff to provide me with a complete copy of a newspaper for a. Specific date I e January 19 1963 either citizen journal or cols dispatchthx mike abbòtt

michael abbott | Oct 27, 2021
John Downs (Jack) | Oct 27, 2021

I believe you can attain this information from the Ohio Library on the 3rd floor of the Ohio History Connection.

is there a admission cost?

Anthony Shy | Sep 22, 2021
Lynette Ford | Sep 22, 2021

Operating Hours beginning Sept. 8: Weds.–Sun. • 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission: $13/Adult 11/age 60+ or college student with ID $7/ages 4–12 Free/age 3 & under Ohio History Connection members enjoy free admission

Is it currently open to the public?

Ashlee G | Sep 22, 2021
Chuck Malone | Sep 22, 2021

No, not at this time. The Ohio Village next door will be opening on 6/30/21 for members and 7/6/21 for the public. You can get more information at ohiohistory.org.

When will this reopen for in-person visits?

Ann Palazzo | Sep 22, 2021
Harding Kirchhoff | Sep 22, 2021

I heard this morning that no decision has been made.

What's admission coast

Randy Boldman | Sep 22, 2020
Erin Cefaratti | Sep 22, 2020

Adults: $13 Youth (4-7): $7 Senior (60+): 11 Member: Free Child (3 & under): Free College students (with school ID): $11 Memberships start at $45 and can pay for themselves in just a few visits! https://www.ohiohistory.org/join

How do I get Ohio death records for 1956 on line?

A Google User | Sep 22, 2020
Ohio History Center | Sep 22, 2020

You can visit our online Death Certificate Index here: https://resources.ohiohistory.org/death/

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Is there a leather shop in the village?

Ken Bailey | Sep 23, 2019
Cassie Burris | Sep 23, 2019

No. But there is a blacksmith open normally during special events

Are you open on Thursday and Friday?

george collins | Sep 23, 2019
Katie Poole | Sep 23, 2019

Yes! The museum is always open Wednesday-Sunday 10am-5pm. Ohio Village is also open during those hours Memorial Day-Labor Day. The State Archives are open same hours but Wednesday-Saturday.

How much to get in for kids

John Helenthal | Sep 23, 2019
Katie Poole | Sep 23, 2019

Kids 3 and under are free! Youth aged 4-12 are $9 and 13+ are 15. Memberships are really affordable though. For $65 you can get your two adults and all children under 18 in, plus come back throughout the year as many times as you want! If you have a family of four it pays for itself in two visits.

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How much does it cost if we just want to go to the museum and not the village?

Eric Campbell | Sep 23, 2019
Sophia M | Sep 23, 2019

Funny you mention the village. When we went to the museum my husband and I didn't know about the village outside. They are both included in the price of museum.

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Do u have to schedule it or can u just come

Shante Johnson | Sep 23, 2019
Kayla Dey (rooski pooski) | Sep 23, 2019

You can just go

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Can we just go to the gift shop without paying entrance fees

Margaret McCullough | Sep 23, 2019
Joe Watson | Sep 23, 2019

Yes you can. It is right inside the front door

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What happened to all the vending machines😂 I remember going here awhile ago and seeing a whole variety of different vending machine. The ones that are there now, are barely working I’d say 2 drink machines and 2 snack machines work!

Jennifer Ortiz | Sep 23, 2019
Joe Watson | Sep 23, 2019

They probably took them out to make more money from the cafe

How long does it take to get through the whole exhibit (s)?

Xo Xo | Sep 23, 2019
Joe Watson | Sep 23, 2019

As long as you want to spend on each exhibit. I would say two hours would be a good guesstimate.

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Is this a free place to explore with children?

Clifford Dixon | Sep 23, 2019
Kayla Dey (rooski pooski) | Sep 23, 2019

It's not free but it's super kid friendly. They have a lot of interactives

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Do u have to have a membership to go to the museum?

Cristina Winn | Sep 23, 2019
Michael Camp | Sep 23, 2019

No, it is not member-exclusive.

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Is this the center that is free on Sundays? I remember readingna history place that was free on sundays but can't remember the name.

Sunny Heaven | Sep 23, 2019
Carrie Duncan | Sep 23, 2019

You’re thinking of the Columbus Arts museum

Is this the museum that has the mummy?

Hannah Staten | Sep 23, 2019
Cassie Burris | Sep 23, 2019

There used to be a mummy. They are doing research on her , so she is off display. You can read about the research here: https://www.ohiohistory.org/learn/collections/archaeology/archaeology-blog/2012/june-2012/ohio-historical-society-mummy-to-be-studied-with-h

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I am interested in locating any articles about Boy Scouting in the Beverly Dispatch from 1958 to 1967. How would I go about getting these? I am Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 222 in Waterford, Ohio. Thank You!

Daryl VanDyne | Sep 23, 2019
P. L. Hackman | Sep 23, 2019

You would need to contact them directly. Also consider contacting your nearest library.

Is it free to get in today and goes it cost anything to park

Bruce Robertson | Sep 23, 2019
Erin Cefaratti | Sep 23, 2019

Parking is always free. Admission is free today only for "The Big Explore."

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Are we aloud to bring pets ? Like a dog ?

Paige Artz | Sep 23, 2019
Curt Green | Sep 23, 2019

No. Only a service animal.

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do you have artifacts of the Hopewell mounds

Lonny Leavitt | Sep 23, 2019
Cassie Burris | Sep 23, 2019

Yes they do! And items from the Adena and Fort Ancient people

Is there a discount if you are members of columbus zoo

Billie Martin | Sep 23, 2018
P. L. Hackman | Sep 23, 2018

Not that I know of.

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I have the passport to Ohio History Connection. Is this what I use to get into exhibit or is there a card?

Ginny Chapman | Sep 23, 2018
Ginny Chapman | Sep 23, 2018

I became a member but can't find a card. Not sure if i misplaced it. What color is it?

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How do I copy / take photos of any information I find? Can I take pictures with my cell phone, or photo copy the information?

Steve Hudson | Sep 23, 2018
Wesley Siders | Sep 23, 2018

I was able to take pictures of everything in there. Make sure anything that you photograph is done with the flash off if the display requests it.

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Is there an extra charge for the ohio village if you are at the museum

Cathy Phillips | Sep 23, 2018
Wesley Siders | Sep 23, 2018

No. The ohio village is a part of the entrance fee, and may I say the undertaker is a real fun guy. Be sure to stop in and ask some questions.

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Is there a charge for parking?

Sharon Parker | Sep 23, 2018
Tamie Liebnau | Sep 23, 2018

No, free parking.😊

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Are they open on sundays

Teresa Milligan | Sep 23, 2018
Ohio History Center | Sep 23, 2018

We are now open on Sundays 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

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How much is it to get into the Ohio history center

John Valentini | Sep 23, 2017
Sophie Janney | Sep 23, 2017

$10 per person. They have memberships if you go often that are worth buying.

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