Upcoming Events

Hosted by Ray Strischek, leader of the Ohio Atlatl Association, this outdoor event invites participants to compete in a global competition for atlatl marksmanship. Ohio's team (which could include you!) will compete against other states, plus countri...

Map your way to the past with this exploration of historic adventurers and the tools they used to find their way around. ...

Map your way to the past with this exploration of historic adventurers and the tools they used to find their way around. ...

Join Appalachian Understories and Lawrence Greene for a 4-mile guided bike tour of the Indigenous earthworks throughout The Plains. Expect typical traffic patterns on this ride, and helmets are required.  *While children under 18 are welcome,...

Compete with fellow Ohioans using a target range on the Library Green. Guest atlatl marksmen and markswomen from Indiana, West Virginia, and possibly New York will also attend.  New to this sport? You can also just come to learn! ...

Map your way to the past with this exploration of historic adventurers and the tools they used to find their way around. ...

Step back in time with Brian Koscho, director of Invisible Ground, as we explore two new history markers located in Chauncey and Albany. We’ll learn about the Bailey’s Coal Mine and the town of Chauncey, as well as the Albany Enterprise Academy. Bria...

Step back in time with Brian Koscho, director of Invisible Ground, as we explore two new history markers located in Chauncey and Albany. We’ll learn about the Bailey’s Coal Mine and the town of Chauncey, as well as the Albany Enterprise Academy. Bria...

For over a century, the Ohio National Guard armory has been an iconic fixture of uptown Athens, with its castle-like appearance and prominent place at the foot of Shale Hill. Built before the First World War, the armory served as a training and meeti...

There are many wonderful databases for online genealogical work, including those leased by Athens County Public Libraries and made available for free to our patrons.  However, there are also great people to work with and...