Toledo Museum of Art to Host America 250-Ohio: Homecoming and Picnic

Daily Dose | 05/29/2026 9:30 am

The Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) is proud to announce that it will serve as an official host site for America 250-Ohio: Homecoming and Picnic, a statewide celebration bringing communities together across Ohio. The free, family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, July 11, 2026, from 11 AM to 3 PM on the Glass Pavilion Lawn and inside the Glass Pavilion.

The event invites guests of all ages to come together to make memories and enjoy a day rooted in creativity, history, and community spirit — all on the grounds of one of America's premier art museums.

“Throughout the United States, communities will be celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. In Ohio, there will be hundreds of events in all 88 counties. The Toledo Museum of Art is honored to host a signature Ohio’s Homecoming & Picnic on its beautiful grounds, and we invite everyone to join us,” said Jennifer McCary, Chief Culture and Brand Experience Officer, Toledo Museum of Art.

Event Highlights

Live music all afternoon, featuring Chavar Dontae & Ensemble, Russ Franzen – Great Lakes Balladeer, and Mike Williams on Sax
Hands-on, family-friendly art activities
Glass blowing demonstration
Living history interpreters
Special treats celebrating TMA’s 125th anniversary
Food trucks, relaxed lawn seating, and lawn games
“125 Years in the Making: A Conversation with TMA’s Directors” — a special panel discussion

This event coincides with a milestone year for the Museum: TMA celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2026, making the Homecoming and Picnic an especially meaningful occasion for the Toledo community and visitors from across the region.

"America is turning 250. We're turning 125. Only July 11, we're celebrating both the same way our community always has — gathering together to enjoy good food and great company," McCary said.

Ohio’s Homecoming and Picnic at TMA, brought to you by the America 250-Ohio Commission and presented by Cenovus Energy, is celebrated alongside the Toledo Museum of Art’s 125th Anniversary, with additional support from The Worthington Companies Foundation and The Marzetti Company. Support for the Toledo Museum of Art’s 125th Anniversary is generously provided by the Rita B. Kern Foundation.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Time: 11 AM – 3 PM

Location: Glass Pavilion Lawn and Glass Pavilion, Toledo Museum of Art, 2445 Monroe Street

Admission: Free and open to the community

More information: toledomuseum.org

ABOUT THE TOLEDO MUSEUM OF ART

Established in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art (TMA) is a beloved cultural institution in Toledo, Ohio, and a global leader in the museum field. Its renowned collection features over 25,000 works, ranging from antiquity to contemporary art, and has one of the finest collections of glass in the world. Situated on a 40-acre campus, TMA integrates art into people’s lives through its world-class collection, engaging exhibitions, robust educational programs, and community outreach.

Admission and parking to TMA are always free. TMA is open Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. It is closed on Monday, Tuesday, and select holidays. TMA is located at 2445 Monroe St., just one block off I-75, with exit signs posted for easy access. For more information, call 419-255-8000 or visit toledomuseum.org.