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View upcoming Fort Laurens Museum events.
Date: August 1st & 2nd, 10 am – 2 pm
Tickets: Adults-$10, Children 12 and under-free
Step into history through the people who shaped a nation! Join us for an exciting event featuring the remarkable men and women of the American Revolution. Meet famous patriots, hear fascinating stories, discover little-known heroes, and experience history in a fun and interactive way. Hear inspiring stories from the Revolutionary era, participate in colonial games, activities, and hands on crafts. Fun for the whole family! Purchase tickets online or at the door.
Date: September 5, 2026 (11:00am)
Tickets: $25 per person
Learn which wild plants will stop bleeding, cure poison ivy, and make a tasty salad. At this class provided by the Midwest Native Skills Institute, we will introduce you to the world of wild edible and medicinal plants. You will learn how to safely identify common local plants, understand their nutritional and healing properties, and distinguish them from toxic or harmful look-alikes.
The class includes practical instruction on how to harvest plants responsibly, prepare simple foods, teas, and remedies, and integrate these skills into outdoor survival or everyday wellness. By the end of the session, you will gain confidence in foraging, knowledge of useful wild plants, and the ability to safely use them for nourishment and natural remedies.
Date: October 2, 9 am – 2 pm
Tickets: Adult-$7, Student-$7, Children under 5-free admission, One free adult ticket per group
Celebrate National Archaeology Month at Fort Laurens!
Public, private, and homeschooled students of all ages will learn the importance of archaeology, how it is conducted, and how it affects other fields of study. Students can participate in a variety of activities, including a hands-on mock archeological dig, educational presentations, and museum tours where they can learn local history and view Revolutionary War artifacts.
All activities meet Ohio educational standards. The cost of the school day is $7 per student. Admission is free for one adult per group, with additional adult tickets priced at $7 each.
Registration is required. For more information or to preregister, please email fortlaurens@gmail.com or call 330-874-2059.
Fort Laurens is a Revolutionary War historical site and museum in Bolivar, Ohio. This site is a nice addition to any day trip to the area. Its location is convenient to nearby Historic Zoar Village as well as shops, restaurants, museums, theaters, gardens, and wineries.
Civil War in Zoar
September 16 & 17, 2023
Please note online ticketing has closed for Civil War in Zoar, but you can still purchase walk-on tickets.