Curriculum Guides

Explore historical topics of local interest to third graders. Includes activity sheets and historical information about Westerville.

History of Education

From a barn to a one-room schoolhouse to a system with over 25 buildings, discover the changes in education from 1808 to today.

History of Transportation

From horse-drawn wagons to airplanes, discover the changes in transportation from 1800 to today.

Westerville Black History

Discover local Black historical figures' stories of courage, perseverance, creativity and how they shaped the history of Westerville.

Westerville History MuseumWesterville History Museum

Through historical collections and learning experiences, deepen your understanding of your community and its place in the world. From Underground Railroad activities to anti-alcohol efforts, the people who came before you have shaped the course of American history and given Westerville a unique legacy.
Through historical collections and learning experiences, deepen your understanding of your community and its place in the world. From Underground Railroad activities to anti-alcohol efforts, the people who came before you have shaped the course of American history and given Westerville a unique legacy.

The American Revolution Experience: Traveling Exhibit

Jul 24th - Aug 3rd | All day
Discover the fascinating story of our nation's origin and learn about the lives of ordinary people affected by the events of the…

America250 Mural Project

This summer, visit 12 large-scale murals that highlight under-told chapters of Westerville’s history, created by Ohio artists.

Memory Lab

Preserve your memories by converting them to a digital format.

Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville

Become an investigative journalist to uncover the stories behind the most gripping headlines and heated debates in Westerville history.

Jackie B.

Jackie has made a career of working with communities to tell their stories and preserve their history.

Jim S.

Jim loves digging into the archives of historic maps and news in the Westerville History Museum.

Katy K.

Katy loves bringing history to life, getting hands-on with artifacts, and helping people discover meaning and relevance in the past.

Kaitlin S.

Kaitlin is passionate about helping the Westerville Public Library remain strong for future generations.
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