Exhibits

Monday, April 1, 2024

Growing Green in Worthington

Since 1803, when its founders set aside land for a village green, open spaces and gardens have been an important part of life in Worthington. From the iconic hanging baskets that have adorned city streetlamps since 1992 to the community’s love of trees and its long-running garden clubs, Worthington’s citizens brandish a collective green thumb. Our April exhibit highlights some of the groups and people who have played a key role in the development of natural spaces.
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Worthington Gardened at Home for Victory Abroad

Friday,
May 29, 2020
3:15pm

In the spring of 1941, Worthington residents joined city dwellers and suburbanites across the land in a national experiment. In an act of patriotism and unity, they would try to grow their own vegetables and fruit.

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1918 Influenza Pandemic Ensnares Worthington

Friday,
May 1, 2020
9:30am

As the final ferocious battles of World War I raged through the fall of 1918, distracted Worthington residents fretted about the fates of the some 50 local men who fought overseas. Another invisible, but just as deadly, foe would soon amplify their fears.

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The U.S. Census – Getting Counted Then and Now

Wednesday,
April 1, 2020
9:30am

As we social distance our way into 2020, efforts to roll out the U.S. decennial Census questionnaire are well underway. You've likely already received your letter from the U.S. Census Bureau describing the various ways you can get counted.

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The Arnold Sports Festival's Worthington Roots

Wednesday,
February 12, 2020
11:50am

The Arnold Sports Festival will convene in Columbus this March. While most central Ohioans know of the international national fitness convention-- and, of course, its founder, Arnold Schwarzenegger-- they may not realize that Arnold has a strong tie to Worthington.

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Groundhog Day: A Local Look Back

Monday,
January 20, 2020
7:13pm

February is here, and with it the promise of spring as predicted by the whims of a large ground squirrel. This month's Worthington Memory exhibit celebrates the annual spectacle that is Groundhog Day.

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The Roaring Twenties

Thursday,
December 26, 2019
2:15pm

As we enter a new decade, it is tempting to wonder what the future might hold. New year, new you, new Worthington-- the possibilities are endless!

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A Look at the United Methodist Children's Home

Saturday,
November 30, 2019
10:23am

The United Methodist Children's Home (UMCH) campus was once a hub for children's services in central Ohio. But when the campus ceased to provide residential services in 2010, the site and its use became the center of extensive community debate in Worthington.

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'Tis the season to celebrate with Worthington Memory

Friday,
November 1, 2019
9:30am

The chill in the air signals it's time to haul out the holiday decorations, toss the football and enjoy a cup of hot cider. Bundle up for this month's exhibit, which observes the turning of the seasons in Worthington.

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Haunted Worthington

Tuesday,
October 1, 2019
9:30am

Every town has its own unique collection of ghost stories and lore. Worthington is no exception. For years, the historical society has hosted ghost tours in October during which participants visit the city’s most haunted sites.

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Worthington Memory Heads Back to School

Tuesday,
September 3, 2019
9:30am

School bells are ringing once more and with another school year underway, let's focus on those elements of school that stoke our nostalgia and tug on our reminiscent heartstrings. Worthington has a long history of fun and learning, so step inside our September exhibit and enjoy!

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The 'Worthington News' 1925-1963 Now Available Online

Thursday,
August 1, 2019
9:30am

Extra, extra! Our August exhibit celebrates the digitization of almost 40 years of the "Worthington News." Now you can read and search online all the issues of Worthington's hometown newspaper from 1925-1963.

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A Stitch through Time: Needlework in Worthington

Monday,
July 1, 2019
9:30am

Got yarn? Our July exhibit celebrates the skill Worthington residents have shown through the decades with needlework, knitting, sewing, quilting and other fiber arts.

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Worthington Memory is Kickin' It Old School

Monday,
June 3, 2019
9:30am

Our June exhibit focuses on the decades of the 20th century, highlighting the technologies, fashion styles and sensibilities that became emblematic of their time.

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Hit the road with Worthington Memory

Wednesday,
May 1, 2019
12:29pm

As the weather warms and the open road beckons, take a trip down memory lane via this exhibit of Worthington's vehicular history. Just be sure to observe the rules of the road as you go!

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Publication anniversary: ‘Chalk Dust’ made its mark

Monday,
April 1, 2019
9:30am

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Chalk Dust on My Shoulder, a memoir by Worthington High School teacher Charles G. Rousculp. The book, which was published in 1969, went on to win the 1970 Ohioana Book Award for best nonfiction by an Ohio author.

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A Bird's-Eye View of Worthington

Wednesday,
February 6, 2019
1:49pm

The absence of foliage and clarity of the air in wintertime may extend your line of sight-- and you can see even further in this collection of aerial photographs taken high above Worthington. These images span decades, representing the landscape across the 1950s, '60s, '70s and '90s.

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Stafford Village: Affordable retirement housing long-offered in Old Worthington

Wednesday,
December 19, 2018
5:40pm

With Stafford Village in the news – plans call for a portion of it to be razed this summer and new units constructed – Worthington Memory chronicles the development almost 50 years ago of the lively little village that took root within the bounds of Old Worthington, a community intended specifica

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Worthington's Winter Wonderland

Monday,
December 3, 2018
9:30am

The holiday season is upon us! This month's exhibit gives a nod to the ways, both traditional and unique, that Worthington residents through the decades have celebrated this special time of year.

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Movember: Celebrating the ‘Stache

Saturday,
November 3, 2018
9:30am

What do handlebars and caterpillars have in common? Absolutely nothing. That is, unless you're referring to moustache jokes, in which case: everything!

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The Brown Fruit Farm: 100 Acres in Orchards

Monday,
September 10, 2018
7:52pm

Autumn is officially here, and with it every apple-lover's favorite time of year. Our October exhibit celebrates the history of an orchard that operated north of Worthington for nearly 50 years: the Brown Fruit Farm.

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