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Museum Hours
Jan-Mar: Closed
Apr-May: Sat (11am-4pm); Sun (12pm-4pm)
Jun-Sep: Wed-Sat (11am-4pm); Sun (12pm-4pm)
Oct: Sat (11am-4pm); Sun (12pm-4pm)
Nov-Dec: Closed

Please note the museum is closed on all major holidays. Our office is closed on Mondays.

Self-Guided Tours 
Self-guided tours are available May through September on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11am-3pm.

Upcoming Guided Tours
Guided tours are available April through October. Days and times vary by month. For the latest details visit here.

Outdoor Tour Series
The Outdoor Tour Series is available by appointment only. Please call 330-874-3011 or email [email protected] to book today!

Wed-Sun: (11am, 1pm & 3pm)

These tours DO NOT take you inside any buildings.  

-The Dairy Industry: A special look at one of the biggest industries for the community.

-The Textile Industry: From Sheep to Shawl. The process, buildings, and people responsible for the Zoar textile industry.

-Back to School: A look of the many buildings associated with children’s lives in Zoar.

-The Art of Zoar: Zoar was a popular destination in the early 20th century for artists. See the buildings and paintings that made Zoar a haven for artists.

Visiting the village is free.
Self-guided and paid tours are available.

Self-Guided Tour Price (available May-Sep only): $10/adult (ages 13+), $5/child (ages 6-12), children (0-5) free.*
Guided Tour Price (available Apr-Oct only): $12/adult (ages 13+), $6/child (ages 6-12), children (0-5) free.*
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NEW Combo Tickets: $15/adult (18+), $7/child (5-17) for Historic Zoar Village and Fort Laurens Museum**
To buy combo tickets, please call our office at 330.874.3011

*Ohio History Connection and Zoar Community Association members are free (excluding special events)
**Must be used same day

Tours for groups of 10 or more may be arranged at any time during the year with advance reservations.

Historic Zoar Village Group Tours
Experience life in the 1800s with a trip to Historic Zoar Village, the site of America’s most successful communal settlement. Founded in 1817 by German Separatists seeking religious freedom, Zoar remains a living village with a museum complex celebrating its German and Early American heritage. Tour options for this beloved National Historic Landmark are as below.

Guided Tour of Historic Zoar Village

• 1.5-2 hours
• Groups of 10 or more- $10 per person
• Operators, Guides, Bus Drivers- comped

A Taste of Zoar Guided Tour
Tours include a guided tour of historic Zoar with tour stops including samples of Zoar treats. Stops will include a cheese sample from the Dairy, cookie from the Bakery, pickle in the Kitchen, an apple from the Garden, and a sauerkraut making demonstration.

• 2-2.5 hours
• Groups of 10 or more- $15 per person
• Operators, Guides, Bus Drivers- comped

Tour with luncheon or brunch
Total cost is $24-$30 per person for tour and food option
Vegetarian and gluten-free options available upon request

• Boxed Lunch
• Croissant or Wrap
• Ham, Turkey, or Veggie
• Chips
• Fresh fruit
• Potato or Pasta Salad
• Cookie
• Bottle of Water

Tour with Brunch

• Ham & Swiss Quiche
• Banana Nut Bread
• Fruit Cup
• Bottle of Water

Add on a visit to Fort Laurens the site of Ohio’s only Revolutionary War fort for $5 per person.

For more information or to book a tour please call 330-874-3011 or 1-800-262-6195 or email [email protected]

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Jan-Feb: Closed
Mar-Dec: Wed-Sat (10am-5pm); Sun (12pm-5pm)

Please note the Zoar store is closed on all major holidays. Our office is closed on Mondays.