Worthington Historical Society

Preservation and maintenance of three historical properties and collections. Both the Orange Johnson House (High St.) and Old Rectory (New England Ave.) are open to the public. The Orange Johnson House was built in 1811 and the Old Rectory was built in 1845. Both buildings have a long history of service to the City of Worthington. The H.P. Jeffers Mound is considered to be the oldest manmade structure in Worthington, dating back to the time frame 100 B.C. to 400 A.D constructed by people of the Hopewell culture. All three properties are on the National Register of Historic Places. Each of the three properties require significant financial investment to maintain and preserve for future generations.

Education about Worthington history, participation in Worthington Market Day activities, third grade school week where students from all of the Worthington elementary schools are given lessons on city history on the Historic Worthington Village Green and at the Orange Johnson House. Frequent open houses at the Orange Johnson House that illustrate pioneer lifestyles. Several educational programs throughout the year with walking tours, bus tours, and ghost tours about Worthington history including buildings, events and people who lived in Worthington.