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Free Historic Zoar Speaker Series
July's FREE speaker is Tammi Mackey-Shrum, Director of Historic Zoar Village and Fort Laurens Museum. She will speak on the Zoar Hotel and early tourism in Zoar. Following the presentation, a guided tour of the Zoar Hotel will occur. There is a minimum suggested a donation of $5 per participant for the tour of the Zoar Hotel. The Historic Zoar Village Speaker Series takes place the first Saturday of every month from February-November. This month's speaker series is in the…
Find out more »History Camp
Travel back in time and explore the America of centuries past during History Camp at Historic Zoar Village and the Fort Laurens Museum! Each day, learn about a different period in American history, including the Revolutionary War and Canal life. Students will experience history hands-on through engaging in interactive demonstrations, participating in a day in the life of the Separatists of Zoar, and meeting the people who lived at the time. Themes during the day camp will be: July 5-…
Find out more »Antiques Sale and Artisan Tent at the Harvest Festival
Please note the change in date On July 29 and 30, join Historic Zoar Village for the 44th Annual Harvest Festival and Antique Show. More than 60 dealers of high-quality country antiques will be on site selling historic treasures. This is one of the nation’s most prestigious antiques shows, with dealers from across the country sharing unique finds with early American style enthusiasts and decorators. Visitors won’t want to miss the Artisan Showcase tent housing highly skilled, juried artisans.…
Find out more »Free Historic Zoar Speaker Series
August’s FREE speaker is Dr. Douglas Palmer. Dr. Palmer will speak about the history of brewing and distilling in Tuscarawas County and Northeast Ohio. He will connect the history of brewing with the Society of Separatists. The Separatists brewed their own beer in the village with malt and hops raised in Zoar. Following the presentation, Zoar will host a beer tasting from Lockport Brewery, Tuscarawas County's first brewery in over 65 years. There is a minimum donation suggestion of $5…
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September’s FREE speaker is Dr. Philip E. Webber. Dr. Webber will speak about the reactions of Separatist young men to the Civil War. The Separatists believed in leading a pacifist life in accordance with their principles, but some of the village's men decided to break tradition and join the Union Army. Webber will discuss these men, as well as those who decided to remain conscientious objectors throughout the war. This presentation will begin at 1 p.m. in the Historic Zoar School…
Find out more »Civil War School Day
Discover Zoar in the Civil War during Civil War School Day. Throughout the village, learn how Separatists in Zoar, and citizens in the Union, lived during the conflict. Interact with famous figures of the Civil War such as Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee, and Harriet Tubman. Watch cavalry and artillery demonstrations, learn about life on the home front, and participate in hands-on activities. This event is open to all public, private, and homeschool students. The cost…
Find out more »Civil War Reenactment and Encampment: Battle of Antietam
Join the ranks with over 1,500 Civil War soldiers and civilians for a weekend, and experience life in the 1860s at Ohio's largest and greatest Civil War event! Walk through historic Union and Confederate camps, witness cavalry and artillery demonstrations, enjoy the Saturday Civil War Ball, tour all 10 of Zoar's historic buildings, and much more! This event is only held every other year, so don't miss your chance to take part in this weekend filled with fun! Admission is…
Find out more »Heimatfest
Visit Historic Zoar October 5-8 for a festival of history, culture, and coming home. New for Zoar’s Bicentennial Celebration, the festival will include activities celebrating the legacy and history of the Society of Separatists of Zoar. Throughout the week, enjoy speakers, a photo collection of Zoar’s heritage, German music, and more. Zoar descendent Eleanor Sullivanpremiereremier her play on Zoar history and the Tuscarawas Philharmonic will dedicate a concert to Zoar.
Find out more »Harvest Home School Day
Winter is just around the corner, and the people of Zoar need your help to prepare. On Friday, October 6, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., students can experience a variety of hands-on historical activities, such as canning, soap carving, tinsmithing, and more. Historical demonstrations around the town will help students learn about life in the 1850s. Cost for this event is $4/student and includes all activities. One adult per group is free, and each additional adult is $6. Reservations are required.
Find out more »Free Historic Zoar Speaker Series
October’s Speaker Series will feature three speakers in conjunction with Zoar’s Heimatfest. The first speaker is Dr. R. Douglas Hurt speaking on the Society of Separatists work in agriculture. The second speaker is Dr. Eberhard Fritz speaking about the lives of the Separatists in the German state of Wuerttemberg prior to immigrating to the US. The third speaker is Dr. Richard Selig. Time and locations for these speaking engagements are to be determined. This program is made possible in part by…
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