Explore the natural history of plants and animals that call Ohio home during Wild Ohio Weekend at the Ohio History Center.
Hosted by the Ohio History Center in collaboration with several partners, Wild Ohio Weekend will celebrate the state’s natural history through dozens of activities, displays, talks, and tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4, and Sunday, Feb. 5.
They will have timed programs and ongoing display tables covering mammals, climates, worms and composting, animal interactions, bird conservation, reptiles, geology, herbs, ancient animals, and other topics all relating to the plants and animals that live in Ohio.
A few activities and programs you will see on Saturday, February 4th
- Ohio Herb Center – “Trees as Medicine”, highlighting tree identification and how people have used trees as medicine through the ages. They will have a parts of the tree coloring sheet available as well as an informational handout on some of our favorite trees.
- Shawnee State Park – What types of turtles are in Ohio? What are the differences between lizards and salamanders? Are all snakes venomous? Join Shawnee State Park naturalists to learn about Ohio’s reptiles and amphibians and check out a few native animal ambassadors!
- Owls of Ohio – Ohio is a wonderful place to see wild Owls! 12 different species have been recorded in the state that range from the massive great horned owl to the miniscule northern saw-whet owl. Stop by this display to learn more about these amazing birds!
- Ohio Canid Center (1 p.m.) – Join our friends from Ohio Canid Center to learn about one of North America’s most fascinating wild animals – wolves! We’ll separate fact from fiction and cover some of their family life, diet, habitat and role in the ecosystem – plus, visitors will have the chance to see a live wolf!
and on Sunday, February 5th
- COSI’s Wild Experience (11 a.m.) – COSI’s Wild Experience will be bringing several animals from its ambassador collection to talk about some truly WILD SCIENCE! Come and meet some of these amazing animals for a hands-on experience.
- Ohio School of Falconry (1 p.m.) – Join the Ohio School of Falconry and witness a variety of raptors “up-close and personal” as you learn about birds of prey and their important role in nature.
- Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife – Come learning about some of Ohio’s most popular mammals at the Division of Wildlife Mammal Table with pelts, skulls, and tracks!
You can see the full schedule here. Remember, you also have the opportunity to explore the entire museum, too.
Wild Ohio Weekend is included with regular museum admission. General admission prices range from $10 to $16.
Wild Ohio Weekend
Feb. 04 2023 – Feb. 05 2023
800 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH
Included with general museum admission.
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