May 2, 2010

1-4 pm. The Friends of the National Road Zane Grey Museum invite you to an Open House and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the 250,000 investment in the renovation of the front entrance, pottery room, gift shop area and more. In addition, this event kicks off the season opening. The Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will take place at 2 PM refreshments will be served and tours will be offered. This modern museum has three major exhibit areas. First is the National Road, early America's busiest land artery to the West. The National Road stretched from Cumberland, MD. to Vandalia, IL. Begun in 1806, the Main Street of America was the only significant land link between east coast and western frontier in the early 19th century. A 136 foot diorama of the National Road plus many objects illustrate this theme. Second is Zane Grey, the Father of the Adult Western. The Zanesville author wrote more than 80 books. His study is recreated plus many manuscripts and other memorabilia are displayed. Finally, a central portion of the museum is devoted to Ohio art pottery. Hours May 1 - September 30, 2010. Monday, Tuesday and Holidays CLOSED. Wednesday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.Admission OHS Members-FREE, Adults-7.00, Seniors 55 up, AAA Members, Active-Duty Military-6.00, Students all ages-3, Two-for-One Pass to the National Road/Zane Grey Museum and the nearby John Annie Glenn Historic Site 10 per adult and 5 per student, Children 5 under-FREE

Arts/Music/Film
Family Oriented