Tuscarawas County, Ohio
Destination Learning celebrates the educational opportunities available in Tuscarawas County, Ohio for homeschool groups and traditional students. History sites come alive with hands-on experiences and students of all ages will love exploring our parks and trails.
Two National Historic Landmarks (The Dennison Railroad Depot Museum and Historic Zoar Village) along with Ohio’s only Revolutionary War Fort (Fort Laurens) and the site of Ohio’s first church and school (Historic Schoenbrunn Village) showcases the significant contributions Tuscarawas County has made to Ohio history.
Our entertainment and fine arts scene challenges students to explore their creative side. Various classes and exhibits are available at the Tuscarawas Center for the Arts and stories come to life at the Performing Arts Center at Kent State University at Tuscarawas, the Ohio Star Theater, the Little Theater, or at Ohio’s oldest outdoor drama, Trumpet in the Land.
This summer, Tuscarawas County children can have free admission to area attractions with the Travel Tusc Ticket. Tickets are available at the Welcome Center (124 E High Ave, New Philadelphia) and at participating attractions. Program runs May 19-September 30, 2024. Some restrictions apply, see tickets for details. Tickets may also be found here.
Family Friendly Activities and Learning Opportunities
Boltz Family Farm
This year our maze salutes the first responders and those who serve and protect. We have 2 mazes to traverse.
The first is a firefighter wit...
Boltz Family Farm
Historic Zoar Village
Students will have the opportunity to meet some US Presidents from various eras from 1817-1898 covering Zoar’s history. Other characters ...
Historic Zoar Village
Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens
October 4- BOGO at the Warther Museum
Enjoy the Ernest Warther Museum during this buy one student admission and get one free special. Disco...
Ernest Warther Museum & Gardens
Norma Johnson Center
This event is open to the public. A $5 per car donation will be taken upon entering the park.
Our event will take place under the Picnic...
Norma Johnson Center
Norma Johnson Center
Come join us for a fun-filled morning of learning and exploration at the Norma Johnson Center. We will be hiking the trails at the NJC while...
Norma Johnson Center
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All Aboard the Polar Express!
Tickets are on sale now for Ohio's only Polar Express Train Ride.
For more information or to purchase tickets visit the Dennison Railroad Depot Museum website!