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New experiential driving trail features 100+ attractions showcasing Ohio’s significant contributions to American history in six creative arts fields Columbus, Ohio—The Ohio Craft Museum is pleased to partner with the America 250-Ohio Commission to be an official stop on its new Ohio Creativity Trail. This experiential driving trail of 108 sites across the state showcases Ohio’s artists, writers, musicians and other creatives who
have made significant contributions to artistic expression. One of six planned trails for America 250-Ohio’s Trails & Tales program, Ohio Creativity Trail sites are grouped into six categories: On the Page, Music, Visual Arts, Glass & Pottery, Folk & Traditional Art, and Carousels.
The Ohio Craft Museum engages and enriches the community through high-quality exhibitions and education programs for children, adults and artists. Visitors to the Ohio Craft Museum can view exhibitions of contemporary fine craft, including ceramics, glass, metal, fiber and wood, as well as selections from the museum’s permanent collection. Gift shops offer handcrafted work by over 125 artists. Admission and parking are free.
“We are honored to be part of the Ohio Creativity Trail,” museum director Kim Nagorski said. “The Ohio Craft Museum has a long tradition of showcasing exceptional work by contemporary fine craft artists from across the country and the world. We are excited for trail visitors to experience the artistry and creativity of these artists for themselves.”
“It’s no secret that Ohioans leave their mark on the world,” said Todd Kleismit, Executive Director, America 250-Ohio. “In partnership with the Ohio Craft Museum, we’re showcasing their great work, as well as other talented artists across Ohio to generate excitement for our state’s significant contributions to the cultural fabric of America. We look forward to celebrating with the Ohio Craft Museum throughout 2025 and 2026.” To learn more about the America 250- Ohio Trails & Tales Program, visit https://america250-ohio.org/trails-and-tales/.

The Ohio Craft Museum is owned and operated by Ohio Designer Craftsmen, a nonprofit organization that engages and enriches the community through high-quality exhibitions and education programs and supports/promotes the professional development of craft artists. The organization has organized Columbus Winterfair for nearly 50 years. Ongoing funding is provided by the Ohio Arts Council, Greater Columbus Arts Council and the Columbus Foundation. For more information, visit www.ohiocraft.org.

About America 250-Ohio

In 2026, the United States will celebrate its semiquincentennial, which is the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Each state has been encouraged to create a celebration and commemoration of this anniversary to reflect the unique character and contributions of each state to the nation over the past 250 years. Ohio is fully embracing this opportunity. The Ohio Commission for the Semiquincentennial (aka America 250-Ohio Commission or AM250-OH) was created by the Ohio legislature and launched on March 1, 2022. The charge of the AM250- OH Commission is to “…to plan, encourage, develop, and coordinate the commemoration of the two hundred fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the United States and the impact of Ohioans
on the nation’s past, present, and future.” — Ohio Revised Code (149.309). More information can be found at America250-Ohio.org.