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The Capitol Square Foundation was established to increase public awareness of and to involve citizens in the history of the Ohio Statehouse. Finan Award.
The Capitol Square Foundation, during the restoration of the Ohio Statehouse, raised over $10 million dollars as part of a $120 Million dollar effort to completely return Ohio's historic Statehouse to its original grandeur. In 2003 the foundation launched the Capitol Square Foundation's "Great Ohioan" Award to commemorate the role of Ohioans in an event or series of events of lasting significance in world, American or Ohio history. The foundation's first honoree for this award is a group of individuals which commemorate Ohio's role in the birth and development of aviation: the honorable John Glenn, the Wright Brothers and Neil Armstrong. It was fitting to honor these Ohioans in 2003, Ohio's bicentennial celebration as well as the 100th anniversary of powered flight. The foundation's dinner was a tribute to these aviation pioneers and celebrated how they changed our world. Historically, the Capitol Square Foundation has honored individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to restoring and maintaining the grandeur of our state Capitol with the Richard H. This award recognized the efforts of this preeminent leader in the cause for the Ohio Statehouse renovation. His perseverance and continued efforts in preserving Ohio's heritage is a magnificent legacy for future generations. In addition to Senator Richard Finan as the award's first recipient in 1994, past award winners include the Honorable Vern Riffe (1995); the Honorable Stanley Aronoff (1996); the Honorable Jo Ann Davidson (1997); the Honorable Harry Meshel (1998); and the honorable Richard F. Celeste (2001). In 2005 the Capitol Square Foundation began its multi year capital campaign seeking $2.75 million in private contributions to Enrich the Experience of visitors to the Ohio Statehouse. In July of 2006 the CSRAB chose Hilferty & Associates, an Ohio museum design firm, to create the conceptual designs for the new Visitors and Education Center. Hilferty & Associates worked with legislators, staff and visitors to explore ways to meet the needs of those in the Statehouse every day and to create a multi media experience that will keep people coming back to visit again and again. The conceptual designs were revealed on March 13, 2007 at a press conference outside the Map Room in the crypt of the Statehouse. Enough funds were raised to begin construction of the statehouse museum. The Enriching Campaign raised more than $4.5 million dollars.
08/08/2024
Join us for an exclusive evening with world-renowned presidential historian, public speaker, and Pulitzer Prize-winning, New York Times #1 best selling author Doris Kearns Goodwin.
Her eighth book, An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s, was published in April 2024. This voyage of remembrance of her life with her late husband, Dick Goodwin, results in unexpected discoveries and the renewal of old dreams, reviving the hope that the youth of today will carry forward this unfinished love story with America.
The evening features a cocktail reception and dinner, followed by “A Conversation with Doris Kearns Goodwin” led by Megan Wood, Executive Director and CEO of the Ohio History Connection, and followed by a Q&A session.
This special event is presented by the Capitol Square Foundation in partnership with the Women’s Suffrage Monument Commission. All proceeds from this event will support the Women’s Suffrage Monument, to be installed on the Ohio Statehouse Grounds.
Doris Kearns Goodwin’s previous books include Leadership in Turbulent Times, No Ordinary Time: Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt: The Homefront in World War II, and Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln, which was the basis for Steven Spielberg’s highly acclaimed film “Lincoln.”
For more information on sponsorships and table sales, contact Lori Overmyer at 614-301-4492 or lori@goettler com.
01/16/2024
Register Today to Support Ohioans in Space on January 24, 2024 at the Ohio Statehouse!
Celebrate Ohioans in Space - Capitol Square Foundation Support Ohioans in Space on January 24, 2024 at the Ohio Statehouse! To reserve your spot please complete the form below: Schedule of events Gala Evening Event Attire: Business Online Form – Ohioans in SpacePowered by Formstack Donate to the Ohioans in Space Project astronauts honored at the ohi...
09/13/2023
SAVE THE DATE!
The Capitol Square Foundation Board and the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board invite you to an extraordinary evening to celebrate the official unveiling and installation of Ohioans in Space, a monumental painting commissioned to honor Ohio’s role in aviation and space exploration.
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
5:30 to 9 PM
Ohio Statehouse
5:30 p.m. Pre-dinner Donor Reception in the State Room
7:00 p.m. Dinner in the Atrium and Brief Program
8:15 p.m. Unveiling of Ohioans in Space and Closing Remarks
There is no other state or country that can match the significant accomplishments in space exploration of these four pioneers represented in this painting: John Glenn, Neil Armstrong, Jim Lovell and Judy Resnik; Gene Kranz is also depicted to represent all the scientists, engineers, and workers who made NASA missions possible.
At this event we will honor and celebrate the incredible role that Ohio's favorite sons and daughters have played in space. Ohioans in Space is the first major painting commissioned for the Ohio Statehouse Rotunda in 66 years. This painting is for all Ohioans and will remind all Statehouse visitors that brave Ohioans reach for the stars.
https://ohcapitolsquarefoundation.org/about-the-statehouse/ohioans-in-space/
06/30/2023
10/31/2022
09/30/2022
Save the Date!
Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 11:30 a.m.
at the Ohio Statehouse
The Capitol Square Foundation
presents
Capitol Conversations with Susan Eisenhower
Mark your calendars for a presentation by Susan Eisenhower, granddaughter of President Dwight Eisenhower and author of the book How Ike Led.
Details on tickets and sponsorships coming soon!
For further information contact Karla Dunbar at (614) 221-5825 or [email protected]
or Lori Overmyer at (614) 301-4492 or [email protected]
Thanks to our Capitol Conversations Title Sponsor, American Electric Power
03/08/2022
Ohio Statehouse Museum Debuts Documentary Videos about Ohio Constitution
Ohio Statehouse Museum debuts Documentary Videos about Ohio Constitution | Ohio Statehouse
10/05/2021
The Capitol Square Foundation cordially invites you to attend a special Open House celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Ohio Statehouse Renovation.
November 17, 2021 from 4PM to 8PM at the Ohio Statehouse.
For tickets and information click on this link:
Celebrate With Us - Statehouse Restoration 25th Anniversary! - Capitol Square Foundation The Capitol Square Foundation cordially invites you to attend a special Open House celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the Ohio Statehouse Renovation November 17, 2021 from 4PM to 8PM at the Ohio Statehouse https://ohcapitolsquarefoundation.org/renovation25/ Schedule of Events 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: R...
09/16/2021
Check out our new and improved Capitol Square Foundation website.
Welcome to the Capitol Square Foundation - Capitol Square Foundation Welcome to the Capitol Square Foundation Engaging Ohioans with the Legacy of Our Statehouse Visit the Statehouse Explore virtually or in-person Equip Future Leaders Discover Ohio’s unique iCivics curriculum Celebrate Our Heritage Learn about our Great Ohioans Situated on Capitol Square in Columb...
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