Events

Newark Earthworks Lecture Series

Join us at the Octagon Earthworks Visitor Center on the third Thursday of each month as we welcome experts from multiple fields speaking on topics connected to how we understand and learn about Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks; from archaeological and indigenous perspectives to stories about how Earthworks have been preserved and protected. This program is geared...

15 Oct

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Octagon Earthworks

125 N. 33rd St., Newark, OH 43055

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Third Friday Archaeology Tour

Take a walk through the museum and grounds of Fort Ancient at 1 p.m. on the third Friday of each month with Archaeologist Bill Kennedy of the Ohio History Connection. This walking tour gives an overview of pre-contact American Indians in and at Fort Ancient: one of the most outstanding and best-preserved Hopewell earthworks. Please...

16 Oct

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Fort Ancient

6123 State Route 350, Oregonia, OH, USA

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Third Friday Tours at the Octagon Earthwork with Brad Lepper

Join Senior World Heritage Archaeologist, Brad Lepper, at the Octagon of the Newark Earthworks on the third Friday of every month for a guided tour of this incredible site! Explore the precision and complex geometry of the Octagon that makes clear the ingenuity of Indigenous peoples during the Hopewell Cultural Period. Observe the connection to...

16 Oct

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Octagon Earthworks

125 N. 33rd St., Newark, OH 43055

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Finger Weaving Workshop

Discover the traditional art of finger weaving in this hands-on workshop at the Octagon Earthworks. Finger weaving is an ancient textile technique practiced by many Indigenous communities to create beautiful and functional sashes, belts, straps, and other woven items—without the use of a loom. During this beginner-friendly workshop, participants will learn the basic techniques of...

17 Oct

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Octagon Earthworks

125 N. 33rd St., Newark, OH 43055

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Night Hike

Join Staff Member Keith Bengtson for a Night Hike through the park. Learn about local nocturnal night life and the history of Fort Ancient. Keith Bengtson is a long-time employee of Ohio History Connection, former site manager of Fort Hill, Serpent Mound and SunWatch Indian Village. He currently works at Fort Ancient. Keith holds a...

17 Oct

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Fort Ancient

6123 State Route 350, Oregonia, OH, USA

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Cornhusk Doll Class with Renata Cauthon

We’ll spend some time creating together, learning about the art and tradition behind cornhusk dolls, and just enjoying the process of making something with our hands. There will be morning and afternoon sessions available, and the class is FREE through the Cherokee Artist Recovery Act. Please be sure to register ONCE for EACH person planning...

24 Oct

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fort Ancient

6123 State Route 350, Oregonia, OH, USA

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Cornhusk Doll Class with Renata Cauthon

We’ll spend some time creating together, learning about the art and tradition behind cornhusk dolls, and just enjoying the process of making something with our hands. There will be morning and afternoon sessions available, and the class is FREE through the Cherokee Artist Recovery Act. Please be sure to register ONCE for EACH person planning...

25 Oct

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Fort Ancient

6123 State Route 350, Oregonia, OH, USA

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Community Picnic and Moonrise at the Octagon Earthworks

As a part of the celebration of America 250 we want to take time to honor the knowledge and influence that Indigenous peoples have brought to this landscape for millennia. The Newark Earthworks will be hosting a Community Picnic event at the Octagon Earthworks on October 28th, 2026, from 4—9 p.m. A communal tent with...

28 Oct

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Octagon Earthworks

125 N. 33rd St., Newark, OH 43055

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Octagon Homeschool Day

Do you have a homeschooler looking for an educational and fun activity related to history? Well, come meet us at the Octagon Visitor Center! October 30: Archaeology Dig into the past with us during this archaeology-themed homeschool! Join us at the Octagon Earthworks Visitor Center as we learn about how archaeologists understand the past and...

30 Oct

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Octagon Earthworks

125 N. 33rd St., Newark, OH 43055

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First Friday Archaeology Tour

Take a walk through the museum and grounds of Fort Ancient with archaeologist Bill Kennedy of the Ohio History Connection. This walking tour gives an overview of pre-contact American Indians in and at Fort Ancient: one of the most outstanding and best-preserved Hopewell earthworks. Please meet in the lobby in front of the museum gift...

06 Nov

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Fort Ancient

6123 State Route 350, Oregonia, OH, USA

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Girl Scouts Native American Heritage Patch Program at the Octagon Earthworks

Join us in celebration of Native American Heritage Month and work toward earning your Native American Heritage Month patch. Through hands-on activities and guided exploration, scouts will learn about the cultures, histories, and contributions of Native American communities—both in Ohio and across the country. This engaging program invites scouts to discover, reflect, and connect with...

07 Nov

10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Octagon Earthworks

125 N. 33rd St., Newark, OH 43055

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Wilderness Skills

Join Outdoors Expert Keith Bengston for an afternoon of hands-on learning at Fort Ancient! Discover traditional techniques for hunting, fishing, tanning, trapping and jerky making—skills once essential for survival in the natural world. This interactive program runs throughout the afternoon, so come ready to explore and learn. Dress for the weather—we’ll be outdoors! Included with...

07 Nov

12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Fort Ancient

6123 State Route 350, Oregonia, OH, USA

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