Campus Martius Museum
Fiber Artisans Fair
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesThe Fiber Artisans Fair is a relaxed, informal day that everyone in the family can enjoy. Looking for a new hobby? Have questions about weaving, knitting, quilting and more? Looking for that special item to add a charming touch to your home? Many artisans will offer items for sale during this event. This is the... Read More
Visit with the Pioneers
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesCampus Martius Museum invites you to the home of General Rufus Putnam to meet with some of Marietta’s citizens from the early 19th century. Regular Museum Admission
“Digging the Past” Archaeology Day
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesCost: Regular Museum Admission Campus Martius will fill its halls with original artifacts from the pre-historic to the historic period displayed by local collectors and others from elsewhere throughout the state. Visitors will be given the rare opportunity to view these items and discuss their significance with their owners and see what might be found... Read More
Youth Winter Series
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesWater, Water Everywhere! What is a watershed? Find out what watershed you live in and how many there are in Washington County. You may live in more than one! Learn about the history of our waterways, the different boats that travel up and down the rivers and their cargo. It is amazing how the rivers... Read More
Brown Baggin’ Thru History
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesCost: FREE Program Guest Speaker: Randall “ Randy” Modesitt “The Henderson Women” Five generations lived on this estate. We hear so much about the Henderson men. What about the women who played important roles in the early settlement of Wood County and West Virginia? Randy will share with us his passion and knowledge about the... Read More
Contemporary Gunmakers & Allied Artists Show
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesCost: Regular Museum Admission From the first arrival of the Ohio Company settlers to present day this area has always been the forefront of quality craftsmanship. Firearms were an essential tool in everyday life and used not only for hunting but for competition shooting. The makers of these longrifles took great pride in their workmanship... Read More
Youth Winter Series
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesLet’s Celebrate our early Presidents Two of our presidents had birthdays in February but only one of them had a patent. Learn what a patent is and who had it. Create a secret code for your friends to decipher, make a wig like Washington’s hair and a beard like Lincoln’s. Lots of games and activities... Read More
Mystery Dinner Theatre
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesA DANCE WITH DEATH – A 1950’S SOCK HOP GONE SOUR This 1950’s prom is a doo wop disaster! When a death on the dance floor makes this prom night a party foul, it is up to you to figure out whodunit and get this dance back on track. Trade clues with your guests, gather information... Read More
Fiber Artisans Fair
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesLooking for a new hobby? Want to expand on skills you already have? Come and enjoy the Fiber Artisans Fair at Campus Martius Museum! Have your questions answered about weaving, knitting, quilting and more! Looking for that special item to add a charming touch to your home? Many artisans will offer items for sale during... Read More
Youth Winter Series
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesGet Ready to Welcome Spring! Join us as we welcome spring by celebrating early spring customs and special days. Did you know that March 1 is national pig day? There are lots of other things to celebrate in March. What about April? Besides April 1 being April Fool’s Day, did you know April 2 is... Read More