[SOA] FW: Register for Ohio Open Doors - Program to open facilities to the public for special tours and programs in September

[Carleton, Janet (she/her)]

Ohio Open Doors is state-wide event that takes place every other year. During Ohio Open Doors, stewards of historic buildings, places and spaces, open their doors to the public for special tours and programs. Many events are exclusive to Ohio Open Doors. Since the program started in 2016 hosts have noted upticks in visitation during Ohio Open Doors.

Early bird registration deadline July 13, 2026.

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Janet Carleton | Digital Initiatives Coordinator | Digital Initiatives | Mahn Center for Archives and Special Collections, Preservation & Digital Initiatives | OHIO University Libraries | Alden 333 | Athens, Ohio | 740.597.2527 | she/her | carleton at ohio.edu<mailto:carleton at ohio.edu> | Digital Archives - https://media.library.ohio.edu<https://media.library.ohio.edu/> | Archives Finding Aids - https://archivesspace.ohio.edu/

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To: Carleton, Janet (she/her) <carleton at ohio.edu>
Subject: Register for Ohio Open Doors

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Event Registration is Open!

Hello Janet,
Registration is now open for Ohio Open Doors, September 10-20, 2026. Register at ohiohistory.org/opendoors<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=ac22999f04&e=baef517f22>.

Ohio Open Doors is an inspiring statewide event during which stewards of historic buildings and places, like you, open your doors to the public for special tours and programs.

If you've participated in Ohio Open Doors before, you know it's a great opportunity. Review event requirements and register today.

If you haven't participated yet, go to our website<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=bfc734a69f&e=baef517f22> for more information. Our partners are also hosting the following webinars and you're welcome sign up:

  *   March 23, Ohio Museums Association: "How to Participate in Ohio Open Doors<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=2d9fd15bce&e=baef517f22>"
  *   April 22, Heritage Ohio: "How to Participate in Ohio Open Doors<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=e0919fb307&e=baef517f22>"
In commemoration of America 250<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=c4e14d188f&e=baef517f22>, our goal is to have a minimum of 250 events across the state, with at least one in each Ohio's 88 counties.

Ohio Open Doors started in 2016, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=8b9fd35664&e=baef517f22>. Offered every other year since, 2026 will be our biggest year yet. We can reach the event's goals with your help, and Ohio Open Doors can bring even more visitors to your door.

Ohio Open Doors is sponsored by the Ohio History Connection<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=0226fc1157&e=baef517f22> and partner organizations, including America 250-Ohio<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=52910798ff&e=baef517f22>, Heritage Ohio<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=5b54b8f5bc&e=baef517f22>, Ohio Local History Alliance<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=44e1ff20b9&e=baef517f22>, Ohio Museums Association<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=621b78970b&e=baef517f22>, Ohio Travel Association<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=d7463b7a98&e=baef517f22>, and TourismOhio<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=7d8e4dc62a&e=baef517f22>. The program is administered by the State Historic Preservation Office<https://ohiohistory.us14.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37ce5c8c24208a588c681edc5&id=041bafd5e8&e=baef517f22>.

Thank you for your interest - and register today!

Andy Verhoff | Program Manager, Ohio History Fund & Outreach
p. 614.297.2341 | averhoff at ohiohistory.org<mailto:averhoff at ohiohistory.org>

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