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America 250

On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for...

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Historic Ohio State Reformatory

Built in 1886 and abandoned in 1990, tour the world-famous prison year round, as well as the Shawshank Museum. Visit in the fall when it transforms into the Blood Prison or even investigate the paranormal on a Ghost Hunt or Ghost Walk.

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South Park Blockhouse

South Park, located at 100 Brinkerhoff Ave. in Mansfield, Ohio, spans approximately 35 acres. This park is a hub for historical and summer activities and features an outdoor pavilion with a kitchen available for rent, a gazebo, walking trails, a playground, and open green spaces. It also includes a historical village and monuments honoring local...

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Vasbinder 1881 Fountain

Vasbinder 1881 Fountain Rededication Central Park, 2 Park Ave. East, Mansfield, OH As part of the America 250 Celebration in 2026, the Fountain will be completed restored and rededicated during a special event on July 4, 2026. At the original 1881 fountain dedication, the featured speaker was pioneer Henry Hedges, who expressed hope in front…

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Liberty Park

Liberty Park 1937 WPA Restoration Project As part of the America 250 celebration, special events highlighting the parks rich history with Heritage Tree plantings, picnic in the park, educational and recreational activities in 2026. The WPA 1937 Pink Sandstone bathhouse will be restored as a Pavilion for the community. This historical restoration project was made…

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Malabar Farm State Park

Working farm of Pulitzer Prize-winning author, Louis Bromfield, and the location where Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall were married. Attend one of their special events or a holiday tour of the Big House.

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Garden at South Park’s Pioneer Village

Colonial Homestead Garden As part of the America’s 250 Celebration, the Garden at South Park’s Pioneer Village will be restored as an Educational Colonial Garden. Colonial gardens had significant social and economic impacts, shaping the lives of individuals and communities in the early American colonies. These gardens were more than just practical tools for survival;…

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iLuminate

iLuminate is where technology and dance collide to create an unforgettable visual experience. Known for their electrifying glow-in-the-dark suits and dynamic routines, iLuminate has captivated audiences around the world since being named “The Best New Act in America!” on America’s Got Talent in 2011. The brainchild of Miral Kotb, a passionate dancer and software engineer,…

Event: October 25 @ 7:30 pm

Kaleidoscope Series presents Mya Frazier

We are pleased to welcome Mya Frazier, an investigative and narrative journalist based in the Midwest, for an engaging discussion on economic mobility in America. Mya’s work has appeared in esteemed publications such as The New York Times Magazine, Bloomberg Businessweek, The New Yorker, and Harper’s. Her reporting focuses on the power dynamics within the…

Event: November 6 @ 5:30 pm