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Tuscarawas County, Ohio's homeschool opportunities

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WELCOME TODESTINATION LEARNING

Welcome to Tuscarawas County! We are a family-friendly region rich withunique and inviting museums, inspiring historical sites, beautiful landscapes,and exciting theatre venues. In addition to being the gateway to Ohio'sAmish Country, Tuscarawas County is the home of two National HistoricLandmarks: The Dennison Railroad Depot Museum and Historic ZoarVillage.

This guide will offer you a glimpse into the multiple opportunities availablefor students and parents alike. Along with our historical sites, museum, andattraction programs, we invite you to explore our trails and parkadventures. Be sure to visit our calendar of events page for experiencestailored to families and homeschool students.

Stop by our Welcome Center at 124 East High Ave. in New Philadelphia tosay ‘hi’ and pick up a copy of our Tuscarawas County Visitors Guide for afull listing of hotels, restaurants, and attractions. Information can also befound by calling 1-800-527-3387 or on our website at www.travelTUSC.com.

Attractions

Trails

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Museums

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Parks

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History

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Calendar of Events

Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens

Fort Laurens

Historic Zoar Village

Located in northeast Ohio on I-77,Tuscarawas County is less than 2 hours from

the Cleveland, Columbus and Pittsburghregions.

HISTORY

Our Rich History

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Historic Schoenbrunn Village

Established in 1772 as the first Christian settlement in Ohio,this Moravian mission organized by David Zeisberger andthe Delaware Indians offers visitors a unique glimpse intolife during the time of the American Revolution. Guests canexplore 16 reconstructed log buildings on the original sitesalong with a museum and the original cemetery.

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Historic Gnadenhutten

Meaning huts of grace, was the site of themassacre of 96 Christian Native Americansduring the Revolutionary War period. PresidentTheodore Roosevelt called this tragedy the“black stain on the frontier character that timecan not wash away.” This historical park andmuseum located on the original grounds paystribute to the memory of the settlement..

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Historic Zoar Village

Recently named a National Historic Landmark,celebrates the life and times of the 200 GermanSeparatists seeking religious freedom that thrived forover 80 years as a successful communal society. Explore the unique and tranquil Zoar Gardens whilevisiting the historic buildings with costumed guides.

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Fort Laurens

Ohio’s only Revolutionary War Fort. The outlineof the fort remains along with artifacts foundduring archaeological digs. The Fort Laurensmuseum offers a video of the history of the fortalong with Colonial Era artifacts and weaponry.

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Historic Schoenbrunn Village

SCHOENBRUNN IS HOME TO OHIO'S FIRST WHITESETTLEMENT, CHURCH & SCHOOLFUN FACT

Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens

Students can learn about and experience a regional artist, genius,and inventor. The Warther family values education, as their great-grandfather only had a second grade education but understood thevalue of learning, which kept him reading and developing hisknowledge throughout the course of his life to make up for what helacked formally. Ernest Warther welcomed over 20,000 studentseach year into the museum. They promote the value of learningthrough a multitude of examples in history, engineering,mathematics, art, and ingenuity. Students are able to walk through alocal, 1920’s style home, see self-sustainable gardening, and agenuine piece of local and regional history. Educators are invited toengage in before, during, and post visit activities with students toenhance the experience. The museum aligns with multiple statestandards at every grade level.

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MUSEUMS

Museums


Dennison Railroad Depot Museum

Also known as Dreamsville, USA to the 1.5 millionsoldiers that stopped by the Dennison Canteen duringWWI and WWII. This former railroad hub andNational Historic Landmark will help you travel back intime as to experience the beautifully restored 1873Pennsylvania Railroad Depot featuring railroad carsand interactive learning for the kids.

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Uhrichsville Clay Museum

Located in what was once known as the Clay Capital ofthe World, this museum offers the rich history of the risein the clay pipe and brick manufacturing that dominatedthe area. See the unique products of the times and besure to check out the folk arts created by the clayworkers and ask to see a ‘whimsy’.

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Reeves Victorian Home & Carriage House

Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places andhome to Dover industrialist and banker Jeremiah E.Reeves, this 19th century mansion will be sure to delightguests with beautifully restored rooms and originalReeves family furnishings. The Carriage House featuresthe Reeves family sleigh and 1892 hansom carriage alongwith a Rauch and Lang electric car, orchestral Reginamusic box, and restored doctor’s buggy.

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Reeves Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum

MR REEVES USED “FAKE BRICK” WHEN REMODELINGTHE BACK OF HIS HOUSE! (IT’S IS PRESSED STEELTHAT LOOKS LIKE BRICK THAT WAS MADE AT THEMILL)

FUN FACT

ATTRACTIONS

ATTRACTIONS & VENUES


Ohio Star Theater

Performing Arts Center

Trumpet in the Land

Trumpet in the Land

This outdoor production depicts trials facing David Zeisbergerand his new settlement of Schoenbrunn as they struggle tosurvive during the Revolutionary War. The settlers, becomingcaught in the middle of British and American forces, endure thefury of war which leads to the violent massacre of 96 ChristianIndians at Gnadenhutten.Performances run June 19–August 15, 2020; Mon-Tues & Thurs-Sat at 8:30pm

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Performing Arts Center (PAC) at Kent StateUniversity at Tuscarawas

Located on the regional campus of Kent State University, this1,100 seat theatre is a state-of-the-art venue that offers visitors avariety of touring Broadway shows, musicals and comedicentertainment from some of the industry’s top names. Public andprivate schools along with homeschool groups are offered theopportunity to participate in the Class Acts series. Theseperformances are directed at a variety of age groups during theschool year. Call the PAC box office for more information andshow schedules.

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Ohio Star Theater

Family-friendly entertainment for audiences of all ages can befound at the Ohio Star Theater. Located on the Dutch Valleycampus, at the gateway to Ohio’s Amish County, this 500 seatvenue presents a schedule of faith based concerts, musicals, andspecial guest artists to the stage.

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Age of Steam Roundhouse

The private collection of 20 locomotive engines of the late JerryJacobson is showcased at the Age of Steam Roundhouse. The115-foot turntable offers an impressive glimpse into the former lifeof this 18 stall brick roundhouse. See freight and passenger carsas well as steam engines currently being restored to their formerglory. A tour of this facility requires proper shoes that cover theentire foot. (no sandals, flip flops or beach shoes)

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Tuscarawas Center for the Arts

A 501c3 arts organization that offers community classes forchildren and adults in areas such as dance, drawing, pottery,photography, and drama. Full schedule of classes and galleryevents can be found on the Center’s website.

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TRAILS

TRAILS & OUTDOOR REC


Atwood Lake Park

Atwood Lake Park has a new WelcomeCenter, over four miles of trails, a dogpark, an observation tower, and ageocaching trail for visitors.

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Buckhorn Creek Trail

The Buckhorn Creek Trail is an eight mile,limestone surfaced trail. It runs fromNewcomerstown to Stone Creek, parallel toStonecreek Rd. Trail access can be foundwhere College St. becomes Stonecreek Rd.

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Camp Tuscazoar

Camp Tuscazoar, a former Boy ScoutCamp, has over 600 acres of forested hillsand valleys along the Tuscarawas River. Itfeatures miles of hiking trails and newMountain Bike trails for beginners andexperienced visitors alike.

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Dundee Falls

Dundee Falls are a part of the Beach CityWildlife Area. Numerous hiking trailsprovide access to the Upper and Lowerfalls. Also, it is a designated rock climbinglocation by the Ohio Rock ClimbersAssociation.

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Norma Johnson Center

The Norma Johnson Center is located threemiles west of I-77 off State Route 39. It ishome to 303 acres, three trails, andnumerous ponds. They host many eventsthroughout the year.

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Ohio & Erie Towpath Trail

When completed, the Ohio & Erie Towpathtrail will run 101 miles from Clevelandthrough New Phila. In Tuscarawas County,the developed trail leads from theAquaduct Bridge to Fort Laurens StateMemorial, to the Canal Lands Park, then toState Route 800 and beyond. Parkingavailable.

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Dundee Falls



THERE ARE AT LEAST 20 MILES OF TRAILS IN TUSCARAWAS COUNTY

FUN FACT

FUN FACT

Parks & Water

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PARKS & WATER RECREATION


Tuscora Park offers vintage amusement park rides,three pools, basketball and tennis courts, batting cages,large multiple playgrounds, concessions, and more!

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Dover Park

Dover park has multiple playgrounds, a pond, two pools,recreational play areas, and disc golf! The Deis Hill Disc Golfcourses is Tuscarawas County's first and only course. Itoffers 18 holes through varied terrain of Dover City park.This park is also pet friendly!

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Atwood Lake Park

Atwood Lake Park offers 1,540 acres of water surface,two marinas, and three public launch ramps for boaters.With a 25 horse power limit, pontoons, sailboats,kayaks, and canoes are welcome. There are also rentingequipment options.

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Uhrichsville Waterpark

The Uhrichsville Water Park is a 4.5 acre facilityoffering an 18,000 sq. ft. heated pool with a pair of two-story water slides and is open throughout the summer tothe public and for private parties.

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Woods Tall Timber Resort

Wood's Tall Timber Lake Resort has a 7-acre lake opento the public. Activities include tube slides, water slides,diving boards, canoe rentals, and more! They also havea zip line! Camping is always available.

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Tuscora Park

THE 1928 HERSHELL-SPILLMANCAROUSEL HAS BEEN OPERATING ATTUSCORA PARK SINCE 1941

EVENTS

June 15-18- History Camp

Travel back in time and experience the past at theReeves Museum! Kids will be immersed in historythrough hands-on activities, games, and guestspeakers. Snacks will be provided.Monday through Thursday: 9A-12P each day.Children entering grades 3 to 6. $15 per day or $50for all four days. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

REEVES MUSEUM325 E IRON AVE, DOVER, OHIO330.343.7040 | DOVERHISTORY.ORG


CALENDAR OF EVENTS

SUMMERAPRIL-JULY

May 15– Revolutionary War School DayFORT LAURENS11067 FORT LAURENS RD. NW, BOLIVAR, OHIO330.874.2059 | FORTLAURENS.ORG

Learn of the history of the Revolutionary War andcurriculum with hands-on activities. Advancedregistration required by May 11, 2020.

June 15-19– College For KidsKENT STATE UNIVERSITY AT TUSCARAWAS330 UNIVERSITY DR NE, NEW PHILA,OHIO330.339.3391 | KENT.EDU/TUSC/COLLEGE-KIDS-2020

You will be amazed at what you can learn at College forKids! There are over 10 programs ranging from gradesK-3 and 4-6. Register online through the website above.

FALL


CALENDAR OF EVENTSEVENTSAUGUST-OCTOBER

WINTERNOVEMBER-JANUARY

October 16 & 17 – Haunted History Tours

$13 per person, reservation requiredExperience a tour of the Reeves Mansion which willinclude stories of Victorian spiritualism, superstitions,paranormal activities, and unusual experiences of tourguides and guests.


Sept. 18 & 19– Fall Fest at Dutch ValleyDUTCH VALLEY CAMPUS1343 OLD RTE 39, SUGARCREEK, OHIO330.852-4627 | DHGROUP.COM/EVENTS

Free Admission. Family friendly entertainment,activities for kids, shopping and food.

Sept. 18 - Two MuseumsDENNISON RAILROAD DEPOT MUSEUM400 CENTER ST DENNISON, OHIO740.922.6776 | DENNISONDEPOT.ORG

Enjoy a day at Two Museum, the Dennison RailroadDepot Museum - a WWII National HistoricLandmark, and the Museum of Clay Industry andFolk Art. Both will offer hands-on activities. At theDepot, kids will do the Five Man Crew activity, gothrough the Children's Interactive Railroad Car,Climb through a caboose and more while learningabout our nation's railroad history and Homefrontstory during wartime. Visit with Bing our WWI Dog. At the Clay Museum, kids can enjoy a fun scavengerhunt and try their hand at decorating a clay sewerpipe tile. | Adults $7, Seniors $5, Students $8

October 9– Archaeology DayFORT LAURENS11067 FORT LAURENS RD. NW, BOLIVAR, OHIO330.874.2059 | FORTLAURENS.ORG

Archaeology DayLearn about the archaeology atFort Laurens, hear stories of artifacts found at theFort, discover what the future may hold for FortLaurens, hands on activities including a mock dig.Advanced registration required by October 5, 2020.

October 16– Zoar and the PresidentsHISTORIC ZOAR VILLAGEE198 MAIN ST, ZOAR, OHIO330.874.3011 | HISTORICZOARVILLAGE.COM

Historic Zoar Village and Fort Laurens provide manyhands on, interactive educational opportunities foryour homeschoolers. We offer a variety of schooldays with curriculum based stations for a whole dayof historic fun. Try your hand at tin punching, beinga Rev War soldier or archaeologist, or have a meetand greet with Abe Lincoln!$7 per student (6-18) 5 and under are free, 1 freeadult per group, additional adults are $7. Combosare available for all four school days for $25 perstudent.

October 16- Homeschool Day

SCHOENBRUNN VILLAGE1984 EAST HIGH AVE, NEW PHILA OHIO330.663.6610 | OHIOHISTORY.ORG

The Village homeschool day takes place the day beforethe Annual Colonial Trade Faire. Volunteers andReenactors join together to provide a wide array ofhands on activities and immersive experiences for kidsto learn about the Colonial Era. Frontier Skills, Cabinlife Native American and Moravian life, cooking, woodworkshop, planting - will all be included with costumedinterpreters.$7. 00 for adults, seniors $5, $4 for kids

December 5– Christmas in ZoarHISTORIC ZOAR VILLAGEE198 MAIN ST, ZOAR, OHIO330.874.3011 | HISTORICZOARVILLAGE.COM

Horse drawn wagon ride, German inspired food,crafts and vendors, Saturday tree lighting andcandlelight church service, and musicalentertainment.

December 12 - Polar ExpressDENNISON RAILROAD DEPOT MUSEUM400 CENTER ST DENNISON, OHIO740.922.6776 | DENNISONDEPOT.ORG

Visit the “North Pole” on a journey inspired by theaward-winning book, “The Polar Express”, written by Chris Van Allsburg. Mrs. Claus provideshot chocolate and cookies. Be entertained byactivities, games, and songs. Visit the DennisonRailroad Depot Museum website for pricing andticket sales information.

December 12– Christmas at Reeves

Over 400 hours of decorating transforms themansion and carriage house into a VictorianChristmas dream. Tours offer a glimpse into theReeves family holiday spirit.


October 10 & 11– Falliday Train RidesDENNISON RAILROAD DEPOT MUSEUM400 CENTER ST DENNISON, OHIO740.922.6776 | DENNISONDEPOT.ORG

Enjoy the "falliday" season with a train ride throughscenic Tuscarawas County. This National HistoricLandmark, where over 1.5 million soldiers stoppedduring WWI and WWII, is a former railroad hubwhere groups will travel back in time to experiencethe beautifully restored 1873 Pennsylvania RailroadDepot featuring railroad cars and interactivelearning for the kids. In addition to the Fallidaythemed ride, guests can choose from Troop,Chocolate & Cheese, Donut, and The Little EngineerThat Could train experiences. Visit the DennisonRailroad Depot Museum website for pricing andticket sales information.

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