MISSION & VALUES
OUR MISSION
WHY WE EXIST
We spark discovery of Ohio’s stories. Embrace the present, share the past and transform the future.
OUR CORE VALUES
WHO WE ARE
STEWARDSHIP: Use best practices to care for every resource we steward
RELEVANCE: Create pathways to understand our current world through Ohio’s past
COLLABORATION: Engage all partners in mutually beneficial relationships to achieve a shared purpose
INCLUSION: Honor all Ohio stories to cultivate a holistic understanding of our shared history
HUMILITY: Recognize what we know and what we don’t know and be open to multiple perspectives and expertise
SUSTAINABILITY: Support the ongoing impact of the organization, our sites and the communities in which we work
OUR MANDATE
WHAT WE DO
• Manage more than 50 historic sites and museums across Ohio
• Care for our state’s collections and archives and share the stories of the lands we now call Ohio
• Administer the state historic preservation office that helps preserve historic places in Ohio
• Provide education and outreach services that support students, teachers, local history groups and communities in Ohio
It’s all about connection. We envision a future where Ohioans and our communities connect through history. We help them make those connections and deepen pride in Ohio.
OUR VISION WORK CULTURE
The Ohio History Connection is actively cultivating a positive work culture of belonging where staff are engaged in serving our audiences through rewarding work that is strategic and results-driven.
STRATEGIC
OBJECTIVES
01.
Capitalize on World Heritage Inscription by creating a world class visitor experience and promoting broader economic development for the region
02.
Enhance the main campus of the Ohio History Connection to better serve all audiences and to showcase a broad range of Ohio’s stories and highlight our site network
OPERATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Improve operational efficiency
Reach more and broader audiences
Increase awareness of the entire organization
Provide high quality experiences that center visitors and users
Increase organizational support and income
WORLD HERITAGE INSCRIPTION
In 2023, the 21 countries on the UNESCO World Heritage Committee issued their decision to inscribe Ohio’s Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks as the United States’ 25th addition to the World Heritage List.
Credit: Ohio History Connection