The Hilliard Ohio Historical Society Historical Village is open on Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 5pm, May 3-September 28, 2025.
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Visit and explore the log cabin, one room schoolhouse, caboose, Hilliard’s original train station and other buildings from Hilliard’s past. The museum has several new displays along with newly expanded displays and a new gift shop.
Parking is free, close to the Village and the tours are free; donations are appreciated. Docents are available to share the history of the buildings and the area. Details here.
Historical Village Events
Hilliard Historical Society Open House
Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm.
Bring your family and friends for a complimentary guided tour of the Hilliard Historic Village & Museum. Details here.
Walking Tours of Old Hilliard
Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join our historic expert for the Walking Tour of Old Hilliard. Listen to stories, learn fun facts like where the first silent movie played, where the first Hilliard bank robbery took place, where the first integrated school was in Hillard and where the first hotel was located and much, much more.
Fee is $10.00 per person, Tour size is limited. Details here.
Starts at the Historical Society Library, 5274 Norwich St. Hilliard.
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Lunch Time Live
Fridays, June 13, July 11, August 1, 2025 from 11:30 AM 1:00 PM
Bring a blanket or chair and your lunch to enjoy local music on the lawn at the gazebo.
Conkey Classic Car Show
Sunday, June 29, 2025 (tentative), 10 AM – 4 PM, at the Norwich Pavilion in Weaver Park.
Includes an extensive display of classic cars, food & drinks, door prizes, and a Kidz Zone.
Tour the Historical Village during Franklin County Fair
Monday, July 14th and Sunday, July 20th from 10 am- 3 pm
Stop by and get cooled off at the the Historical Village & Museum at Weaver Park. Open each day for guided tours.. FREE admission (donations welcome)
Magic in the Park
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 5 PM – 7 PM.
Enjoy an evening full of magic at Historical Village with Erica Carlson Entertainment, featuring Sedgie the Hedgie & Magic Nate.
Strolling magic and balloon twisting included.
Visit the Village during the Food Truck Festival
Saturday, August 16, 2025 free tours from 1 PM – 5 PM
Sit in the shade while you enjoy your delicious food at the Hilliard Historical Village grounds at Weaver Park. Then, step back in time and take a guided tour through our museum and 19th century buildings.
FREE admission (donations welcome).
FESTI-val
Sunday, August 24, 2025 from 3 PM – 7 PM, at the Fairgrounds.
International performances, music, a cultural fashion show, food, art and family-friendly activities.
The Historical Village is open for FREE tours from 1PM – 5PM.
Ohio’s Open Doors
Sunday, September 7, 2025, 1 PM – 5 PM
The doors are open at Historical Village for this statewide event, featuring one of our buildings from the 1800s. Enjoy refreshments and celebrate being an Ohioan. FREE admission (donations appreciated).
Heritage Day
Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 10 am – 4 pm. Go back in time to the 1800’s during Heritage Day at Weaver Park.
The historical village will host hands-on activities for the kids, demonstrations, artisans, an Ohio Muffins baseball exhibition, Civil War reenactors, music, food and drinks. FREE admission (donations appreciated).
Visit during the Coffee Festival
October 4-5, 2025 from 8 am – 7 pm
Take a break from sipping all the wonderful coffee and visit the Hilliard Historical Village & Museum at Weaver Park. Take a guided tour of our six authentic buildings from the 1800s and visit our one of a kind museum.
Haunted Village
Friday, October 17, 2025, 6 PM – 9 PM
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 6 PM – 9 PM, at the Historical Village for Halloween tours. Food and drinks available.
Admission: $5 per person, kids three and under are FREE.
It’s not too spooky for the family, but a lot of fun! Join for a guided Halloween night through our decorated buildings. Food and drinks available.
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December Tree Lighting Ceremony
Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 4 PM – 6:30 PM
Take a trolley ride from downtown Old Hilliard to the historical village.
Mrs. Claus and elves will be in the schoolhouse with children writing letters to Santa and many other activities including village tours, balloon twister, face painting, holiday music and more. FREE admission (donations welcome)
Santa & Mrs. Claus in the Train Station
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 2 PM – 5 PM, at the Train Station
Meet Santa at the Historical Village Train Station! Children can share a Christmas list with Santa, take a horse drawn wagon ride, and drink hot chocolate. FREE admission (donations welcome)
The Village is located in Weaver Park in Hilliard at 4162 Columbia Street.
Upcoming events in Hilliard
Hilliard Historical Village & Museum
4162 Columbia St
Hilliard, OH 43026
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