Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
National Museum of the Great Lakes 1701 Front St, Toledo
Week of Events
Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World
From love charms to curse tablets, uncover the spellbinding ways ancient cultures tried to bend the world to their will. For millennia, people across Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, and Rome turned to magic for protection, for healing, to curse their enemies, and to seek favor from powers beyond the human realm. Ancient magic was woven into […]
Monday, April 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026 –Jeep: Forged in Toledo
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April 21, 2026 –Historic U.S. R.T. 6 | America250 Lecture Series
Jeep: Forged in Toledo
To honor and celebrate the 85th anniversary of Jeep as well as the 250th anniversary of the United States, local historian and author, Tedd Long, will conduct a special program – In partnership with Toledo Jeep Fest and the America – 250 Campaign – exploring Toledo’s central role in the creation of Jeep, the most […]
Historic U.S. R.T. 6 | America250 Lecture Series
The Wood County History Museum explores the history and impact of U.S. Route 6, also known as the Grand Army of the Republic Highway. This historic roadway stretches across northern Ohio and connects communities from the Indiana border to Pennsylvania, playing a significant role in shaping the region’s development. Attendees will discover the people, places, […]
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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April 22, 2026 –Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes, presented by the John and Virginia Hankison Foundation, invites visitors to explore the ever-evolving relationship between people and our freshwaters. From beavers that shaped early Great Lakes economies to invasive species and harmful algae blooms that challenge us today, this immersive exhibit traces the powerful […]
Thursday, April 23, 2026
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April 23, 2026 –Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes, presented by the John and Virginia Hankison Foundation, invites visitors to explore the ever-evolving relationship between people and our freshwaters. From beavers that shaped early Great Lakes economies to invasive species and harmful algae blooms that challenge us today, this immersive exhibit traces the powerful […]
Friday, April 24, 2026
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April 24, 2026 –Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
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April 24, 2026 –Dynamic Earth | Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes, presented by the John and Virginia Hankison Foundation, invites visitors to explore the ever-evolving relationship between people and our freshwaters. From beavers that shaped early Great Lakes economies to invasive species and harmful algae blooms that challenge us today, this immersive exhibit traces the powerful […]
Dynamic Earth | Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory
Friday evenings at 7:30 PM from April 3 to April 24, 2026, Dynamic Earth explores the inner workings of Earth’s great life support system: the global climate. Using visualizations based on satellite monitoring data and advanced supercomputer simulations, this cutting-edge production follows the flow of energy from the Sun into the interconnected systems that shape […]
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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April 25, 2026 –Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
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April 25, 2026 –Zula Patrol: Under the Weather | Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes, presented by the John and Virginia Hankison Foundation, invites visitors to explore the ever-evolving relationship between people and our freshwaters. From beavers that shaped early Great Lakes economies to invasive species and harmful algae blooms that challenge us today, this immersive exhibit traces the powerful […]
Zula Patrol: Under the Weather | Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory
Saturday April 25 at 1:00PM at the Ritter Planetarium and Brooks Observatory, The Zula Patrol follows a team of stalwart heroes on an expedition to collect weather samples for scientist Multo’s research. When the group accidentally hurts their loyal pet Gorga’s feelings, he leaves Zula in search of a new planet to call home. Along […]
Sunday, April 26, 2026
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April 26, 2026 –Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
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April 26, 2026 –The Bob Ross Painting Experience at Copper Moon
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes
Currents of Change: The Living History of the Great Lakes, presented by the John and Virginia Hankison Foundation, invites visitors to explore the ever-evolving relationship between people and our freshwaters. From beavers that shaped early Great Lakes economies to invasive species and harmful algae blooms that challenge us today, this immersive exhibit traces the powerful […]
The Bob Ross Painting Experience at Copper Moon
Step into the world of “happy little trees” at The Bob Ross Painting Experience at Copper Moon! This guided oil painting class invites you to relax, unwind, and create your own stunning mountain landscape inspired by one of Bob Ross’s most beloved scenes. Led by Certified Bob Ross Instructor Nate Miller of Extravagant Works Studio, […]





