STATEHOUSE CALENDAR

Join experts from ODNR and OSU for a day dedicated to Ohio fossils. We’ll “Unearth a Story” starting by gathering in the Statehouse Atrium, where visitors can engage with numerous activities related to life in ancient Ohio. Then, a guided tour will examine the vast array of fossils that make up the building stones of Ohio's capitol. This free event is sure to be a favorite for anyone interested in Ohio's cultural and natural history.

AGENDA

10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. – Activities in the Statehouse Atrium
2:00-3:30 p.m. – Guided fossil tour of the Statehouse and grounds

The event is part of ODNR Division of Geological Survey’s Earth Science Summer event series, in celebration of America 250 and the Collaborative Summer Library Program’s 2026 theme: “Unearth a Story.”

In collaboration with the Ohio Statehouse Museum Education Center, the activities are organized by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Geological Survey and The Ohio State University’s Orton Geological Museum.  

The event is free and open to all ages.  

See this webpage for more information.