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April

16 Zane Grey Day -

Experience the hobbies and interests of Zane Grey, the Zanesville author who wrote more than 80 adult books on America?s West. Learn how to make a fishing lure, watch a Zane Grey Western movie. 

Address: National Road/Zane Grey Museum

8850 East Pike

, Norwich, Ohio
Ph: (740) 872-3143 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.ohiohistory.org

6 Let's Go Fly a Kite - Join us for a day of outdoor fun.

Address: National Road/Zane Grey Museum

8850 East Pike

, Norwich, Ohio
Ph: (740) 746-8695 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.ohiohistory.org

May

11 National Road Yard Sale -

Be a part of this multi-state extravaganza, along our All American scenic byway, the National Road. 

Address: National Road/Zane Grey Museum

8850 East Pike

, Norwich, Ohio
Ph: (740) 746-8695 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.ohiohistory.org

June

8 National Road/Zane Grey Museum- Ohio Historical Society - This modern museum, located just minutes off I-71, east of Zanesville, has three major displays sure to interest groups of all ages. First is the exhibit on the National Road, "the Main Street of America," the only land link between the East coast and western frontier in the early 19th century. A 135-foot diorama of the National Road tells the story from early times to the 1960s. The detailed diorama amazes visitors with its scale and depth of information.



The second display area is dedicated to Zane Grey, the "Father of the Adult Western." This Zanesville author wrote more than 80 books.



The third area is dedicated to Ohio art pottery. Beautiful pieces of art pottery made in the Zanesville area and other parts of Ohio are on exhibit for pottery enthusiasts to discover.

Address: National Road/Zane Grey Museum - Ohio Historical Society

8850 East Pike

, Norwich, Ohio
Ph: (740) 872-3143 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: meweingartner@ohiohistory.org
Web: www.ohiohistory.org/places/natlroad/

August

3 Saturday Night at the Zane Grey Movies - During the 1920's and 30's Zane Grey Westerns were a mainstay of America's movie theaters. His novels were made into more than 100 movies. The museum will present a feature-length Zane Grey Western, from the golden era of movie making. A short historical review will precede the show. Donations accepted. Reservations are necessary.

Address: National Road/Zane Grey Museum - Ohio Historical Society

8850 East Pike

, Norwich, Ohio
Ph: (740) 872-3143 (Always call and confirm events)
Email: meweingartner@ohiohistory.org

3 Saturday Night at the Movies at the Zane Grey Museum -

Spend an evening watch one of the great Western movies made from a Zane Grey novel. 

Address: National Road/Zane Grey Museum

8850 East Pike

, Norwich, Ohio
Ph: (740) 746-8695 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.ohiohistory.org

October

28 Wandering Along the National Road Road Rally -

Try your skills at this car rally along the National Road and surrounding area. 

Address: National Road/Zane Grey Museum

8850 East Pike

, Norwich, Ohio
Ph: (740) 872-3143 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.ohiohistory.org

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Baker's - Zanesville

This southeastern Ohio lodging landmark is conveniently located 8 miles east of Zanesville off Interstate 70 at Norwich Exit 164. History aficionados will recognize that our 49 room facility is situated on the Main Street of America, the historic National Road. The National Road/

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