Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
2026-05-13, 2026-05-14, 2026-05-15, 2026-05-16, 2026-05-18, 2026-05-19, 2026-05-20, 2026-05-21 and 18 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

Field of Heroes
2026-05-22 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-23 12:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-24 08:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-25 10:30 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave., Westerville, OH, 43081, United States
Honor and remember the heroes in your life during Field of Heroes, a powerful Memorial Day weekend tradition in Westerville. Hosted by the Westerville Sunrise Rotary Club, this moving community event features a breathtaking display of more than 3,000 American flags flying in perfect formation at the Westerville Sports Complex.
Each flag represents a personal hero and can be dedicated to a veteran, first responder, family member, or anyone who has made a meaningful impact. Visitors are invited to walk through the field of flags, reflect, and honor the individuals who serve and inspire our communities.
The weekend also includes special programs and activities such as a concert, tribute programs, and the Field of Heroes 5K Run/Walk, creating opportunities for the community to come together in remembrance and celebration.
This year’s Field of Heroes will honor America250 by highlighting 250 years of military service and sacrifice. An expanded Education Tent will share stories of veterans across generations, complemented by a commemorative America250 coin and printed Field Guides that deepen the experience. Together, these elements create a meaningful opportunity to reflect on the individuals who have served our nation over the past 250 years.
2026 Dates:May 22–25, 2026
Location:Westerville Sports Complex325 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, Ohio, 43082
Special Tribute
Reflect. Honor. Tradition. This year’s theme will be “We the People”
The flag display is open to the public throughout the weekend, offering a meaningful way to reflect on the true meaning of Memorial Day. A full program of events can be found at https://www.fieldofheroes.org/Schedule
