March 28, 2026
Young Ohio Preservationists: Historic Wood Windows Workshop
Columbus
Join the Young Ohio Preservationists for a wood window maintenance and restoration workshop series with Lindsay Jones of Blind Eye Restoration.
This series will include 3-4 workshops over the course of 2026.
This first session will serve as a lecture that overviews the rehabilitation of historic wood windows, issues that they may have, and how to correct them. The following sessions will be held throughout the year as a hands-on workshop style that focuses on skills in wood window restoration including but not limited to repairing rotted wood, glazing and painting, and removal/installation. Dates and details for the following workshops to be announced. This first session on March 28th will include an in-depth lecture from Lindsay.
April 1, 2026
Webinar: The Vibrant Communities Program
The State of Ohio has long been home to many of the most economically dynamic and livable communities and urban centers this country offers. JobsOhio recognizes that some smaller and mid-sized cities that make Ohio culturally rich have struggled to compete as companies and talent migrate to major metro areas. These smaller communities are part of the social fabric of Ohio and a vital part of the State’s economy. They need resources that will better position them to attract more private investment and create new opportunities for their residents.
The Vibrant Communities Program recognizes that distressed communities may not have adequate resources to develop and implement economic development projects that can attract private investment and create new jobs. The program was established to assist distressed small and medium sized communities with the implementation of catalytic development projects that fulfill a market need and represent a significant reinvestment in areas that have struggled to attract new investment.
April 8, 2026
Tribal Historic Preservation Officer Logan York will share the rich history of the Miami Nation, including the tribe’s long history in western Ohio. York will discuss current revitalization efforts the tribe is undertaking in their traditional homelands and what the future holds for the Miami in Ohio.
April 12, 2026
Young Ohio Preservationists: German Village Walking Tour
Columbus
Join Young Ohio Preservationists for a walking tour of Historic German Village!
On Sunday, April 12th Jan with German Village Tours will lead attendees on an hour-long tour through German Village, sharing information about the history of the neighborhood, its historic preservation efforts, and its architectural significance. The tour will begin at 11:00 A.M. outside of the Book Loft, located at 631 S. Third Street.
Registration for the tour is $20. Please note that this is a walking tour and attendees should plan to walk about a mile on flat but uneven terrain.
Following the tour, attendees are invited to network at Antiques on High located at 714 S. High Street.
April 13-15, 2026
2026 Main Street Now Conference
Tulsa, OK
Join peers from across the Main Street network and experts in commercial district stewardship for insightful education sessions, unique special events, immersive mobile workshops, and incredible experiences in Tulsa.
April 22, 2026
Webinar: How to Participate in Ohio Open Doors
In a follow up to last November’s webinar, we’ll walk through the steps of developing and registering your Ohio Open Doors event. We’ll outline a few event ideas, to get your creative juice flowing, and discuss the practicalities of planning and promoting your events using the Ohio Open Doors website (hint: it’s easy). Note: you didn’t have to attend last November’s webinar to benefit from this one! (It’s here if you want to view it: https://heritageohio.org/webinars/.)
Andy Verhoff of the of the Ohio History Connection’s State Historic Preservation Office, will lead the webinar.
Ohio Open Doors has been hosted every two years since the first event 2016, which commemorated the fiftieth anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966. For more about Ohio Open Doors, visit: www.ohiohistory.org/opendoors
May 7, 2026
CAMP Workshop
Newark
This one-day training is designed for members of historic preservation commissions, design review boards, planning commissions, and municipal staff who support preservation-related decision-making. Whether you’re a volunteer review board member or a city professional, this workshop is built for the everyday leaders responsible for reviewing projects, applying design guidelines, and guiding preservation efforts in their communities. The event is hosted by Heritage Ohio and the City of Newark.
May 20, 2026
Revitalization Series Workshop: Design That Drives Downtown Success
Tiffin
The morning session of the workshop will feature Magnetic Main Streets: Designing Storefronts That Invite, Engage, and Increase Cash Flow with Tiersa Wodash, founder of Brick and Mortar.
In this focused, energizing session, Tiersa Wodash demystifies what makes storefronts truly magnetic and why lighting, cohesion, and thoughtful design details matter more than most business owners realize. Designed for downtown merchants, building owners, and Main Street leaders, this workshop blends architectural insight with practical, affordable strategies you can implement right away. We’ll cover lighting fundamentals, common pitfalls, and smart exterior and interior design moves. Then translate those insights into storefront strategies that stop foot traffic in its tracks. From quick fixes to longer-term façade improvements, you’ll leave with clear next steps and tools you can bring back to your business and community.
The afternoon sessions will start with the Downtown Tiffin Facade Program and how its implementation has lead to economic vitality in the downtown commercial district. The Gossman Group will present The Importance of a Downtown Plan to your downtown’s overall success, and the afternoon will conclude with guided Downtown Tiffin walking tours.