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Current & Past Exhibitions

Experience Westerville's past through the themed exhibitions of artifacts on display in the Westerville History Museum. Walk-ins welcome during regular museum hours.

Displays change periodically, showcasing different items and artifacts from the Westerville collection based on a central theme, including descriptions and historical content.

The World of William Fouse

As the 1st Black graduate of Westerville High School and Otterbein University, Fouse broke barriers. But that's just part of his story.

The Art of Propaganda (On Display: Apr 30-Nov 30, 2024)

Delve into examples of propaganda that include pieces from the Prohibition era on display for the first time.

Ohio Is Home to Ancient Earthworks

Between 1,600 and 2,000 years ago, people now referred to as the Hopewell Culture built enormous earthworks in the land we call Ohio.

Westerville Division of Water

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Westerville's water treatment plant. Special thanks to Westerville Division of Water.

Breaking the Ice: Trailblazing Women of Westerville

For over 200 years, women with passion, persistence, and courage have shaped the course of Westerville's history. (Virtual Exhibit)

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As the site of the Anti-Saloon League’s former headquarters, the Westerville History Museum works to preserve the history of the temperance movement, the passage of the 18th Amendment, and the Prohibition era.

As the site of the Anti-Saloon League’s former headquarters, the Westerville History Museum works to preserve the history of the temperance movement, the passage of the 18th Amendment, and the Prohibition era.

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Past Exhibits

2022-2024 - Accidental History: Photographs of Westerville

2022-2024 - Welcome to the Table: Westerville's Potluck

2022 (January-June) - Hungry Planet: What the World Eats (traveling exhibit)

2021-2022 - City of Hope: Resurrection City and the 1968 Poor People's Campaign (traveling exhibit)

2019-2021 - Prohibition! Expectation vs. Reality

2017-2019 - Over There: A World War I Exhibit

2016 - Fashion from the Westerville Collection

2015 - World War II

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Ohio Is Home to Ancient Earthworks

Nov 14, 2024

Between 1,600 and 2,000 years ago, people now referred to as the Hopewell Culture built enormous earthworks in the land we call Ohio.

Ohio Women Vote: Exhibit Opens January 3, 2025

Through the stories of Ohio and Westerville women, celebrate women's efforts to seek and advance their rights with ten questions.

Martin Luther King Jr. (Free Learning Activity for Pickup)

Jan 2nd - Jan 19th | All day

Westerville Public Library Uptown

Learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with activities from Seeds of Caring. Read about the history of MLK Day & discover social action idea

The World of William Fouse | Westerville Historical Society

Jan 24th | 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Westerville Public Library Uptown

Learn how educator & activist William Fouse broke barriers and left Westerville with a powerful legacy for Black history & American history.

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Meet the Staff

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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