Guernsey County America 250-Ohio events and information
Welcome to Guernsey County’s America 250 – Ohio Celebration!
Guernsey County proudly joins communities across Ohio and the nation in honoring our shared history, culture, and future. From our rich pioneer heritage to our vibrant present, we invite residents and visitors alike to explore the stories, landmarks, and people that make Guernsey County a vital part of the American journey. Join us as we reflect, celebrate, and look ahead to the next 250 years together.
Guernsey County joined the statewide celebration of America’s 250th anniversary in June 2024, when the County Commissioners passed a resolution to become an official America 250-Ohio Community. That commitment was formally recognized in November, when the commissioners received their designation along with the official America 250 flag and commemorative resolution.
The presentation was led by Debbie Robinson, Executive Director of the Cambridge/Guernsey County Visitors & Convention Bureau and co-liaison for Guernsey County’s America 250-Ohio initiative, alongside co-liaison Commissioner Bill Cowgill. The moment brought together Commissioners Cowgill, Jack Marlin, and Dave Wilson to mark Guernsey County’s role in honoring America’s past while celebrating its future.
As part of America 250-Ohio’s Creativity Trail, the Mosser Glass Factory and the National Museum of Cambridge Glass showcase the region’s legacy of craftsmanship and innovation. At Mosser Glass, visitors can witness skilled artisans transforming molten glass into timeless pieces using techniques passed down through generations. Just minutes away, the National Museum of Cambridge Glass offers an inspiring journey through the county’s rich glassmaking history, featuring over 10,000 dazzling pieces and interactive exhibits. Together, these attractions celebrate the artistry, industry and creativity that define Guernsey County’s contribution to America’s cultural heritage.
Marking the America 250 – Ohio celebration, the Guernsey County Commissioners and Cambridge City Mayor, Tom Orr, proudly planted our Heritage Tree on April 23, 2025 marking the beginning of an ongoing effort to plant trees that honor the people, stories and milestones that have shaped our county and our nation. Each tree serves as a living tribute—rooted in history and growing toward the future—creating a legacy of natural beauty and reflection for generations to come.
Murals Across Ohio – Celebrating Guernsey County’s Stories in Art
As Ohio prepares to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026, Guernsey County is proud to be part of Murals Across Ohio, a statewide initiative of America 250–Ohio. This inspiring program celebrates the vibrant stories told through public art in every corner of our state—honoring our past, celebrating our present, and imagining our future.
Here in Guernsey County, two murals will help tell our story.
- Cambridge’s Hopalong Cassidy Mural, already featured on the official Murals Across Ohio map, pays tribute to our hometown hero, William Boyd—the beloved actor who brought Hopalong Cassidy to life.
- The Patriot Park mural in Byesville, Ohio is a vibrant, patriotic-themed artwork installed in the village’s new Patriot Park, created to honor first responders and members of the U.S. military. It serves as a focal point of the park—along with flag displays and a fountain—and reflects community pride and tribute to everyday heroes. The mural was unveiled as part of the park’s opening during the Jonathan Bye Days Festival in 2025. The Statue of Liberty is located to the right of the mural as a symbol of freedom and liberty, the soldier located on the left and opposite side of the Statue of Liberty, represents those who protect our freedom and the people in the middle represent the everyday Patriots that are able to serve and perform their duties because of such freedoms and liberty.
Murals like these are more than works of art—they’re reflections of who we are as a community. Through Murals Across Ohio, we celebrate the artists, the stories, and the places that make Guernsey County and Ohio unique.
We invite you to explore the Murals Across Ohio map and discover great art and great places across the state—and right here in the heart of Guernsey County.
To honor the 250th anniversary of the United States, Guernsey County is proud to present a series of events and programs that reflect the spirit, history and future of our community. These events are designed to engage residents and visitors alike, inspiring reflection on our past while celebrating the diverse voices and shared values that continue to shape Guernsey County and the nation. Join us throughout the year as we come together in remembrance, celebration and unity.
Events scheduled to-date:
Saturday, May 30th
1950’s Sock Hop & Classic Car Cruise In
Crossroads Branch Library
12:00-5:00 p.m.
Join us at the library we kick off the summer season with a 1950’s themed Sock Hop and Classic Car Cruise in. Come dressed in your favorite 50’s attire, check out some cool classic cars, and enjoy some sweet treats.
Saturday, May 30th
Family Flick
Crossroads Branch Library
6:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 6th
Anna Asbury Stone Chapter of NSDAR
Leatherwood Cemetery-Salesville, Ohio
10:00 a.m.
Recognizing Revolutionary Patriot, Christopher Brill, with a tombstone in Leatherwood Cemetery
Join us for coffee and donuts
At Kipling VFW Post 7372
61771 Primrose St, Kipling, OH
Afer the keynote address there will be a procession to
Leatherwood Cemetery
Frankfort Rd, Salesville, OH
FOR FINAL DEDICATION CEREMONY
RSVP: Donna Bell, bdtabell@yahoo.com, 740-487-8148 or Judy Bickford, bickfordjudy@yahoo.com, 740-584-5621
National Society Daughters of Revolutionary War
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Join us for a special ceremony honoring Revolutionary War soldiers Thomas Bay of Cumberland and David Findley of New Concord, with participating SAR and DAR members and distinguished guests as graves are marked with commemorative plaques. The morning will include ceremonies at two separate communities.
The first event begins at 10:00 a.m. at Cumberland Cemetery, 559 N. Church Street, Cumberland, Guernsey County. Then a processional will head over to New Concord.
The second ceremony begins at 11:30 a.m., at Crooked Creek Cemetery, (Union Township) 502 Rix Mills Road New Concord, Muskingum County, Ohio 43762, followed by lunch at Georgetown Tavern on the Hill, 62920 Georgetown Road, Cambridge.
What to expect: light breakfast, color guard, processional, invocation, plaque unveiling, wreath laying, patriotic music, guest speakers, an honor guard, gun salute, taps and flag-waving.
National Society Daughters of the Revolutionary War, Palm Beach Chapter.
Monday, June 30, 2026
America 250-Dishes through the Decades-1920’s
Guernsey OSU Extension
12:00-1:00pm
Join us in celebrating America 250 for a series of interactive classes where you will learn about relevant food trends, cooking techniques and common ingredients captured through the decades of the 20th century. Click here to register.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
America 250-Dishes through the Decades-1930’s
Guernsey OSU Extension
12:00-1:00pm
Join us in celebrating America 250 for a series of interactive classes where you will learn about relevant food trends, cooking techniques and common ingredients captured through the decades of the 20th century. Click here to register.
Saturday, July 4th
5th Annual Firecracker 10K & 5K Race
The Great Guernsey Trail
7:30 a.m.
Saturday, July 4th
Cambridge City Band
Concert in the Park
7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 6, 2026
America 250-Dishes through the Decades-1940’s
Guernsey OSU Extension
12:00-1:00pm
Join us in celebrating America 250 for a series of interactive classes where you will learn about relevant food trends, cooking techniques and common ingredients captured through the decades of the 20th century. Click here to register.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
America 250-Dishes through the Decades-1950’s
Guernsey OSU Extension
12:00-1:00pm
Join us in celebrating America 250 for a series of interactive classes where you will learn about relevant food trends, cooking techniques and common ingredients captured through the decades of the 20th century. Click here to register.
Friday, July 10th
Salute to America 250-Ohio
Living Word Outdoor Drama
7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 13, 2026
America 250-Dishes through the Decades-1960’s
Guernsey OSU Extension
12:00-1:00pm
Join us in celebrating America 250 for a series of interactive classes where you will learn about relevant food trends, cooking techniques and common ingredients captured through the decades of the 20th century. Click here to register.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
America 250-Dishes through the Decades-1970’s
Guernsey OSU Extension
12:00-1:00pm
Join us in celebrating America 250 for a series of interactive classes where you will learn about relevant food trends, cooking techniques and common ingredients captured through the decades of the 20th century. Click here to register.
Monday, July 20, 2026
America 250-Dishes through the Decades-1980’s
Guernsey OSU Extension
12:00-1:00pm
Join us in celebrating America 250 for a series of interactive classes where you will learn about relevant food trends, cooking techniques and common ingredients captured through the decades of the 20th century. Click here to register.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
America 250-Dishes through the Decades-1990’s
Guernsey OSU Extension
12:00-1:00pm
Join us in celebrating America 250 for a series of interactive classes where you will learn about relevant food trends, cooking techniques and common ingredients captured through the decades of the 20th century. Click here to register.
Friday, July 24th
America 250 Homecoming Picnic
Crossroads Branch Library
Time-6:00-8:00 p.m.
Join us as well celebrate 250 years of freedom! We will have live music, food trucks, crafts and games for children, face painting and more.
Friday, June 26-Satuday, June 27, 2026
The theme of the National Cambridge Collectors Convection is Salute to the Red, White and Blue.
Our 2026 Glass Show & Sale features glass by Cambridge of course, but also by other manufacturers such as Heisey, Imperial, Fostoria, Morgantown, Fenton, Duncan Miller, Tiffin, Westmoreland and much, more. You’ll also find depression glass, Fire King, Pyrex, and other American-made glass.
Pritchard Laughlin Civic Center
7033 Glenn Hwy, Cambridge, OH 43725
Show Hours: Friday, June 26 – 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. , Saturday June 27 – 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission $5.00 – Good for both days.
There is an off-site sale known as the “Glass Dash.” This event begins at 7:00 AM on Saturday at St. Benedict’s Gymnasium in downtown Cambridge, and lasts only until 11:00 AM. Dealers can only begin unpacking their glass when the “Dash” opens at 7:00 AM.
Saint Benedict Catholic Church
220 N 7th St, Cambridge, OH 43725
Admission to the Glass Dash depends upon when you arrive. Beginning at 7:00 AM, the early bird admission is $10, while those arriving after 8:30 AM pay only $5.. St. Benedict’s Gymnasium is located at 701 Steubenville Ave in Cambridge, Ohio.
Of course, you’ll want to visit the National Museum of Cambridge Glass while you are in town, along with many other amazing area attractions.
For more details, visit cambridgeglass.org/
Supported by a grant from the Cambridge/Guernsey County Visitors & Convention Bureau.
Sponsored by the Mosser Glass Company. Visit their showroom at 9279 Cadiz Rd in Cambridge, or shop online at MosserGlass.com
Saturday, September 5th
Youth Wings ‘n Wheels America 250
Cambridge Municipal Airport KCDI
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 5th
Family Field Day
Crossroads Branch Library
12:00-2:00 p.m.
All are welcome to join us as we kick off the fall with a Family Field Day. There will be games, obstacle courses, and of course, fun. This event is sure to be fun for the whole family.