There are many ways to share the history of Zoar:
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April & May:
Sat. 11 am - 4 pm
Sun. 12-4 pm
June - September:
Wed. - Sat. 11 am - 4 pm
Sun. 12-4 pm
October:
Sat. 11 am - 4 pm
Sun. 12-4 pm
November & December:
Closed
Closed all major holidays.
Tours may be arranged at any time during the year with advance reservations.
Visit our website for tour options and prices.
Call 330-874-3011 to make a tour reservation.
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Summer Hours for Zoar Village
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Starting Wednesday, June 1, tours of Historic Zoar Village will be available Wednesday-Sundays. Hours for tours are Wednesday-Saturday 11-4 and Sundays 12-4. Group tours are also available. For more information, call (330) 874-3011.
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Welcome to the
Explore! newsletter from Historic Zoar Village.
Each month, we share information and news on upcoming events, activities and developments happening at Historic Zoar Village. We hope that you'll come explore Zoar soon!
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Harvest Festival returns on August 6 & 7
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Harvest Festival Antique Show and Artisan Tent
This unique event gives visitors the chance to explore the Antique Tent, view the craftsmanship of the Artisans Tent and browse the juried craft show.Historic demonstrations will take place throughout the village. A Beer Tent will provide entertainment and the whole family will have the opportunity to take a horse drawn wagon ride through the historic village.
Admission to Harvest Festival is $9 for adults, and children 12 & under are free. Admission includes access to the antique tent, artisan tent, and tours of the village. There is no admission charge to walk through the village and craft show. Hours for Harvest Festival are Saturday, August 6 from 10 am-5 pm and Sunday, August 7 from 10 am-4 pm. For more information on the event, please call 330-874-3011, or email [email protected]. Information on vendors, artisans, and more can be found on the new Harvest Festival at Historic Zoar VIllage Facebook page.
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Continues on August 6
The Historic Zoar Village Speaker Series welcomes Andrew Richmond on Saturday, August 6 at 1 pm in the Historic Zoar Church. Richmond will present "Buy Local or By River: Furnishing Early Ohio".
Andrew Richmond is the president and CEO of Wipiak Consulting and Appraisals in Sunbury, Ohio. His education, which includes degrees from Kenyon College and the Winerhur Program/University of Delaware, fueled his passion for Ohio decorative arts. He has curated several major exhibits as well writes and speaks on the subject.
In his presentation, Richmond will discuss how a variety of transportation into the state created easy access to goods produced outside the area. And, while goods were imported to the state, exports of goods was a booming business as well. This lecture will explore how goods were made and used in early Ohio, and how trade and consumers played major roles in how the frontier was furnished.
Donations are always accepted to continue bringing quality, educational speakers to Zoar. To donate, please visit the
Donations Page
on our website, or call (330) 874-3011 for more information!
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Original Zoar Home for Sale
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 The home at 395 Main St. is looking for a new owner with a passion for preservation. Historically the home of the society tinsmith, this original Zoar building is full of character. The home has beautiful wood floors and accents, all original to the building.
The future owner of this home must be willing to keep the historical integrity of the building by agreeing to a preservation easement set forth by the Zoar Community Association.
For more information on the sale of the home, or to inquire about purchasing the property, please call 330-874-3011. The Zoar Community Association is in charge of the sale of this house.
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Bicentennial Logo featured on Zoar Barn
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In celebration of Historic Zoar Village's upcoming bicentennial, a new barn mural was unveiled on Towpath Road! This mural is a celebration of the Bicentennial, which will kick off next year. This mural is painted on an original Zoar barn. Built in 1891, this is one of the last standing barns built by the Society of Separatists.
The mural design on the barn is the logo that will be used throughout Zoar's bicentennial celebrations, and incorporates several aspects of the Society's history. The colors of blue and red were used frequently in the community.
The symbols of th
e seven-pointed star and acorn were widely used in the community. The seven-pointed star can be seen on the ceiling of the stairwell of the Number One House.
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New Office Manager in Historic Zoar Village
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Historic Zoar Village is excited to welcome Tracy Britton as the new Office Manager and Events Coordinator.
Tracy has lived in the Zoar and Bolivar area for over 18 years. She has volunteered at several Zoar events with her husband, Scott. Previously, she worked in the medical field, but is enjoying the tasks of her new position. As office manager, Tracy will be the voice that greets you when you call the ZCA office.
As the Event Coordinator, Tracy handles all event rentals in village. If you have any questions about renting the garden or schoolhouse, she can help!
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Bimeler Restoration Progress
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Progress on the restoration of the
Bimeler house is continuing. Original Zoar shutters and windows were recently placed in the front of the house. Other improvements include a fresh coat of paint on the trim and a new front porch with beautiful inlaid bricks. Keep checking back for progress updates on all the restoration projects happening around Historic Zoar Village!
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Historic Zoar Village to be Featured in an Episode of House Hunters
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The hit HGTV show "House Hunters" recently filmed an episode of their series 'Out of the Box' at Historic Zoar Village and Fort Laurens. The couple in this episode took a tour of the town, visiting several museum highlights, including the historic garden. The 'Out of the Box' show features couples looking for structures like old churches, schoolhouses, or firehouses to turn into a new home. Remember to visit the Historic Zoar Village Facebook page for more details on the upcoming episode. Thank you to House Hunters for including Historic Zoar Village and Fort Laurens in this episode.
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| Ghost Tours are Coming Soon! |
The ghosts of Zoar are becoming more active as October quickly approaches. This year, enjoy two weekends of Ghost Tours with tales of supernatural activity, October 21 & 22, and October 28 & 29. Reservations for Ghost Tours are required, and it's not too soon to call and claim your spot. Admission to the event is $15 for adults and $10 for children. Purchase special ghost tour combo tickets that feature both Ghost Tours in Zoar and Trick-or-Treaty Lantern Tours at Fort Laurens Museum-- adult combo tickets are $20 and child tickets are $10. The ghost tours combo tickets are only available on October 21 & 22. To reserve your space, or for more information, call (330) 874-3011, or email [email protected].
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