Our Mission:

To connect people to the rich History of the Hilliard Ohio area by collecting, preserving and presenting historical artifacts, documents and collections to educate and inspire current and future generations.

Events

We’re OPEN Weekends this summer 1-5PM

  1. Take a free tour of the Hilliard Historical Village’s 1800s schoolhouse, log cabin, church, barn, train station & caboose, covered bridge and discover their rich history.

  2. Check out our extensive museum with its new exhibits and new items in our gift shop.

  3. Stop by to talk with us about our volunteer & membership opportunities and special events.

    *LUNCH ON THE LAWN: June 13 11:30-1:00

    Bring your lunches, chairs & blankets and enjoy local music at the Gazebo in our historic village at Weaver Park! Picnic tables available. Museum Gift Shop OPEN!

Education

Tours & Programs

Set up those educational field trips!

If you’re a teacher or leader of ages 7-12 and want your students to have a hands-on experience of life in the 1800s, this is an ideal field trip for them! We offer amazing guided tours throughout five authentic buildings from the late 1800s and an extensive museum where students get a taste of life long ago.

If you can’t come to us, ask us about our History-In-A-Suitcase Program.

Venues

Weddings, Receptions, Showers, Reunions, Graduation & Birthday Parties

Planning a budget friendly wedding, or needing a place for a concert, wedding or baby shower, graduation, family reunion, or party?

We have the perfect selection of venues for you! Choose from the charming Colwell Chapel, Gazebo or two Pavilions to hold your special event. Donna will be happy to help with any event. Spaces are available from April 1 - November 30.

For rates, policies, connect with our dedicated venue rental coordinator or to schedule an event in our buildings, select below.

Get Involved

The Hilliard Historical Society, Village & Museum would like to give you the opportunity to participate in this non-profit organization and volunteer!

Volunteer opportunities are available for families, groups and people of all ages!

Middle & High School students’ opportunities for community service or honors hours available year round!

Become a Member

Support the Hilliard Ohio Historical Society and become a member today! Your support keeps history alive by preserving our museum and historic buildings, educating the students & community, collecting and documenting artifacts, and so much more!

Memberships: Individual, Individual 10-Year, Family, Junior and Contributing/Business Memberships

Hilliard Historical Society Library & Archival Center

Need to do some family research? Do you want to learn more about the history of Hilliard? Would you like to donate a piece of history passed down in your family? You’ll find people here willing to help you answer those questions.

Normal Hours of operation:

Monday, Wednesday & Thursday from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Walk-ins welcome.

To make an appointment on Tuesday or Friday: call the office at 614-876-5880 or email us at hilliardohiohistoricalsociety@gmail.com

Located: 5274 Norwich Street Hilliard, OH 43026

Make a donation

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Your donation helps support the Hilliard Ohio Historical Society’s daily operating costs and special programs.

Your gift is tax deductible.

Thank you for keeping history alive!

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Thanks to Our Sponsors

Contact

Feel free to contact us with any questions.