STATEHOUSE CALENDAR

How were the lives of ordinary people affected by the events of the American Revolutionary War?

A new exhibit at the Ohio Statehouse, The American Revolution Experience, introduces visitors to a cast of historical characters with diverse experiences throughout the conflict and the places they visited on their journey. 

This innovative exhibit uses storytelling, illustration and unique artifacts to connect modern audiences with the people and places that shaped the birth of our nation. 

This America 250 exhibit is provided by the American Battlefield Trust and the Daughters of the American Revolution. 

Visit the online exhibit here:

https://american-revolution-experience.battlefields.org/

Additional Exhibit information:  

As tensions mounted across the Thirteen Colonies, the entire Revolutionary Generation was faced with a difficult choice: to pledge loyalty to the Patriot cause and the prospect of a new nation or remain loyal to the King as subjects of the British Empire. How would you choose?

American independence was not guaranteed. It was won on the battlefield by brave volunteers willing to sacrifice everything for an ideal, a hope and the promise of liberty.

Want to explore history in person?

Here are two historical sites in Ohio that are recommended by the American Battlefield Trust:

Fort Washington 

421 E 4th St

Cincinnati, OH 45202

Fort Recovery

Fort Site St
Fort Recovery, OH 45846

Lesson Plans for Schools and Teachers:

https://www.battlefields.org/learn/educators/curriculum/middle/american-revolution-experience-lesson-plan

https://www.battlefields.org/sites/default/files/2026-03/Traveling%20Exhibition%20Lesson%20Plan2026.pdf

Scavenger Hunt: 

https://www.battlefields.org/sites/default/files/2026-01/Traveling%20Exhibition%20Scavenger%20Hunt.pdf