America 250

America 250 - Ohio

Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial

Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial

The Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial (also referred to as America 250-Ohio) was formed through the OH. Rev. Code § 149.309 and announced on March 1, 2022 on Ohio's Statehood Day by Governor Mike DeWine. The (29) member commission is charged with preparing the state to participate in the United States of America's 250th anniversary which culminates on July 4, 2026.

During this multi-year commemoration, Ohioans from our local communities in all 88 counties, will be the spotlight of the impact that has/is/will be made on our nation's story. From the many "Firsts" that came from Ohio, (i.e. Aviation, Universities/Colleges, National Organizations), to the sacred stories of our residents, and the unique areas of the state that continues to evolve, the rich content of our state will be an opportunity for all people to connect and see themselves in Ohio's story...as well as the story of our nation. Please join us!

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Ohio Open Doors Tour

September 12 & 13, 2026

Visit Historical Sites Across Shelby County

Join us on a self-guided informational and architectural tour across Shelby County! Businesses and private homes alike will be opening their doors for one weekend only for visitors to view and explore. Registering ahead of time with the Shelby County Historical Society is highly encouraged. Below is a schedule of each location and their hours of operation:

PASSPORTS ARE REQUIRED FOR ENTRY INTO ANY PRIVATE RESIDENCE.

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Saturday, Sept 12

Amos Memorial Public Library

230 E. North St.

Sidney, OH 45365

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

 

Bonnyconnellan Castle

105 N. Walnut Ave.

Sidney, OH 45365

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

 

Cephas Carey House

131 N. Walnut Ave.

Sidney, OH 45365

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

 

F & M Bank

101 E. Court St.

Sidney, OH 45365

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

 

GreatStone Castle

429 N. Ohio Ave.

Sidney, OH 45365

12:30 – 2:30 PM

 

Old Shelby County Jail

203 E. Court St.

Sidney, OH 45365

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

 

Ross Historical Center

(Shelby County Historical Society)

201 N. Main Ave.

Sidney, OH 45365

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

 

Shelby County Veterans Services,

Monumental Building

& Municipal Court Room

133 S. Ohio Ave.

Sidney, OH 45365

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

 

Sidney Masonic Center

303 E. Poplar St.

Sidney, OH 45365

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

 

Sidney Senior Center

304 S. West Ave.

Sidney, OH 45365

8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

 

Wallace Family Learning and

Innovation Center

115 E. North St.

Sidney, OH 45365

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Sunday, Sept 13

Elder Theater

106 W. Pike St.

Jackson Center, OH 45334

3:00 – 6:00 PM

 

Hawver School House

13960 Wones Rd.

Maplewood, OH 45340

12:00 – 5:00 PM

 

Jackson Center Historical Society

402 N. Main St.

Jackson Center, OH 45334

1:00 – 4:00 PM

 

Open Door Historic Sidney Church Tour

201 N. Main Ave.

Sidney, OH 45365

Guided Tour Begins at 3:00 PM

 

Packer Historical Center

(Anna District Historical Society)

112 W. Main St.

Anna, OH 45302

1:00 – 4:00 PM

 

Rumley School House

14911 Hardin Wapak Rd.

Anna, OH 45302

1:00 – 4:00 PM

 

Shelby House Hotel

(Botkins Historical Society)

403 W. State St.

Botkins, OH 45306

1:00 – 4:00 PM

 

Wenger One-Room School House

11385 Amsterdam Rd.

Anna, OH 45302

12:00 – 5:00 PM

 

Wilderness Trail Museum

(Ft. Loramie Historical Association)

37 N. Main St.

Ft. Loramie, OH 45845

1:00 – 4:00 PM

 

Wilson Lenox House (Ditmer Farm)

9804 Houston Rd.

Sidney, OH 45365

2:00 – 6:00 PM

View a map of all participating locations across Ohio!

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Open Door Historic Sidney Church Tour

Sunday, September 13, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Begins promptly at 3 PM the Ross Historical Center.

Join the Shelby County Historical Society on a guided walking tour of churches both past and present in historic Downtown Sidney! We will be visiting several churches along the route including:

  • St. Mark's Episcopal Church
  • First Presbyterian Church of Sidney
  • Sidney First Baptist Church
  • Sidney First Methodist Church
  • Holy Angels Catholic Church
  • St. John's Lutheran Church

At the conclusion of the tour, please stay at St. John's Lutheran Church for a patriotic concert starting at 5:30 PM in celebration of America 250 and in remembrance of the 25th Anniversary of 9/11.

Open Door Church Tour Flyer 2026

Reservations for this event are requested, but not required.

To RSVP, please call 937-498-1653 or send an email to info@shelbycountyhistory.org. Thank you!

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