Campus Martius – Marietta Museums

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The city of Marietta, located at the confluence of the Ohio and Muskingum Rivers, is the first permanent organized settlement in the Northwest Territory. After much deliberation, its name was chosen in honor of Marie Antoinette for France’s support of the colonies during the Revolutionary War. Campus Martius Museum is located at the corner of Washington and Second Streets in Marietta, Ohio.

Upcoming Event

Brown Baggin' Thru History

WHEN: October 6, 2017 WHERE: Campus Martius Museum COST: Free

From 1917 through 1919, thousands of Ohio men and women engaged in the battles of the “Great War.” At home, in community organizations, on the farm, and in the workplace, Ohioans were exposed to new roles, new beliefs, and a new sense of national unity.

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Featured Exhibition

Innovation through Necessity

WHERE: Mezzanine Level - CMM

This exhibit presents a look at 19th century crafts, families, and businesses that were part of Marietta’s early years. The saying “Necessity is the Mother of Invention” applied on the early frontier. Difficult situations (sometimes survival) brought about ingenious solutions.

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