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Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
2026-07-04, 2026-07-06, 2026-07-07, 2026-07-08, 2026-07-09, 2026-07-10, 2026-07-11, 2026-07-13 and 20 more dates | Westerville History Museum, 126 S. State St., Westerville, OH, 43081
Exhibit opens May 1, 2026

Within 15 years of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the First Amendment to the United States Constitution was established to protect the rights of free speech, free press, and peaceful assembly.
To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, become an investigative journalist to uncover the storiesbehind some of the most gripping headlines and heated debates in Westerville history. Fact-check your sources, expose bias, flex your interview skills, and discover the many viewpoints of citizens and public figures of yesterday and today.

Featured Stories

Land of the Unfree
Westerville: Bone Dry?
The War of the Words
Whose Kids Are These? Westerville School District Boundaries
Westerville Takes to the Streets

Westerville Music & Arts Festival
2026-07-11 10:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-12 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Heritage Park, 60 N. Cleveland Ave., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Experience one of Westerville’s most beloved summer traditions at the Westerville Music & Arts Festival, presented by the Westerville Area Chamber of Commerce. This two-day festival brings the community together for a vibrant weekend celebrating art, music, and creativity.
Held at the scenic Heritage Park and Everal Barn & Homestead, the festival features more than 125 fine arts and crafts exhibitors, 20+ food trucks, and 30 live musical performances across multiple stages. Guests can explore artist booths, enjoy local food vendors, and experience family-friendly entertainment throughout the park.
Additional activities include youth art experiences, interactive art demonstrations, and live performances from regional musicians, making it a favorite annual event for residents and visitors alike.
This year’s Music & Arts Festival will honor America250 through a blend of storytelling, art, and community reflection. Highlights include “The Day We Began” – a play by Curtain Players featuring historical Westerville figures, America250-themed crafts from the Arts Council of Westerville, and displays celebrating both the America250 Westerville Mural project and the festival’s 52-year history. Patriotic red, white, and blue elements and nostalgic Americana music between acts will tie the experience together.
2026 Festival Dates:Saturday, July 11 — 10:00 AM–7:00 PMSunday, July 12 — 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Location: Heritage Park, Westerville, Ohio
Admission is $2 for guests over age 10, with proceeds supporting the continuation of this longstanding community arts tradition.
