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.
Ukrainian Culture in Central Ohio (Nov. 2025-Sept. 2026)
Nov 19, 2025
Dive into the world of Ukrainian culture with art inspired by folklore and oral histories of Ukrainian families in the Westerville area.
Log Cabins of Westerville (Nov. 2025-Sept. 2026)
Nov 19, 2025
Find out about the lost, surviving, and at risk log cabins from the 1800s to today.
Hopewell Earthworks - Stories Written On The Land (Video)
Watch this 6-part docuseries (Premiering Nov. 2025) honoring the local UNESCO World Heritage site & legacy of their Indigenous builders.
History: For Ages 9-11
Want to learn about stuff from a long time ago? Impress others with your newfound knowledge from these history books for kids.
Ukrainian Culture in Central Ohio (Nov. 2025-Sept. 2026)
Nov 19, 2025
Dive into the world of Ukrainian culture with art inspired by folklore and oral histories of Ukrainian families in the Westerville area.
Log Cabins of Westerville (Nov. 2025-Sept. 2026)
Nov 19, 2025
Find out about the lost, surviving, and at risk log cabins from the 1800s to today.
Hopewell Earthworks - Stories Written On The Land (Video)
Watch this 6-part docuseries (Premiering Nov. 2025) honoring the local UNESCO World Heritage site & legacy of their Indigenous builders.
History: For Ages 9-11
Want to learn about stuff from a long time ago? Impress others with your newfound knowledge from these history books for kids.
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.
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.
