06/05/2026
Celebrate Ohio’s stories, cultures, and outdoor heritage at the Great Council State Park Heritage Celebration on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Xenia!
This free, family‑friendly festival is one of ODNR’s America 250 events and brings together artisans, living‑history presenters, community partners, hands‑on activities, and immersive experiences that highlight the rich heritage connected to Great Council State Park and the surrounding region.
Visitors can enjoy interactive craft stations, community exhibits, reenactor demonstrations, fried fish samples at the Wild Ohio Harvest Kitchen (11 a.m.–1 p.m.), guided tours, a food truck, and a full day of outdoor learning and fun for all ages.
Here’s a look at some of the day’s featured programming so you can plan your visit:
• Chief Glenna, Eastern Shawnee Tribe – 10:30–11 a.m.
• Peter Cozzens Remarks & Q&A – 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
• Interpretive Center Guided Tour – 12–1 p.m.
• Girl Scouts Badge Reveal – 12–12:15 p.m.
• Governor DeWine Remarks & Doug Hall Painting Unveiling – 1–1:30 p.m.
• Living History: Daniel Boone (portrayed by Robert Alvin Crum) – 2–2:30 p.m.
• Interpretive Center Guided Tour – 2:30–3:30 p.m.
• Absentee Shawnee Tribe Presentation – 2:45–3:15 p.m.
• Terracon Archaeological Exploration – 3:30–4 p.m.
Parking will be located at Xenia High School (303 Kinsey Road) with a free shuttle to and from the park. Please plan a little extra time for shuttle transport.
Make your plans now to join us for a full day celebrating the landscapes, cultures, and stories that shaped this region. Learn more at ohiodnr.gov/america250.
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Ohio, The Heart of it All
America 250-Ohio
Greene County Convention & Visitors Bureau
