Campus Martius Museum
Events at this venue
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Discovering History: “Traveler’s Guide to Ancient Ohio” with John Hancock
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesThis compact, richly illustrated, in-depth travel guide takes visitors to the many Indigenous earthwork wonders of southern Ohio, including the brilliant landscape monuments recently added to the UNESCO World Heritage list. It is the first publication to present these amazing places from a traveler’s perspective—as rewarding architectural experiences, with deeply informative site descriptions, plus curated... Read More
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Discovering History: Frugal Frontier Living: Scarcity, Waste, and the First Recycling Revolution
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesThis immersive museum program uses Marietta’s 1788 frontier history to demonstrate how early settlers lived with minimal waste, contrasted with modern landfill systems and long-term material impact. Ryan Holter is a Marietta resident teacher, and volunteer presenting with a shared passion in local history and a lifelong devotion to environmental education. This event is sponsored... Read More
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Discovering History – Tanner O’Connor
Campus Martius Museum 601 Second Street, Marietta, OH, United StatesCatch to Finish: The World of Competitive Rowing From the outside, rowing appears serene, graceful and beautiful. In reality, rowing is relentless, demanding and often painful. In this engaging and accessible presentation, we’ll trace the evolution of competitive rowing from its origins on the River Thames to the modern era. Through video, images and even a hands-on... Read More
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