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OREGONIA, OH -- Fort Ancient Earthworks in Washington Township recently celebrated a significant milestone with the unveiling of a new plaque commemorating its one-year anniversary as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The event took place on September 19, 2024, drawing local officials and community members to honor the site's cultural importance.
Located just east of the Little Miami State and National Scenic River, Fort Ancient spans over 100 acres and features impressive earthen walls and mounds constructed by Indigenous peoples over 2,000 years ago. This UNESCO designation highlights the site’s archaeological and historical significance, placing it among the world’s noteworthy cultural landmarks.
During the ceremony, Scott Brunka, City Manager of Lebanon, shared personal reflections about his family's visits to Fort Ancient, emphasizing the site’s impact on the community. Bill Kennedy, Fort Ancient Site Manager and Site Archaeologist, and Megan Wood, Executive Director of the Ohio History Connection, joined Brunka, along with Dr. Robert Riordan, Professor Emeritus at Wright State University, to unveil the plaque together.
A video of the event captures the unveiling and the community's engagement, providing an opportunity for those who could not attend to experience the celebration. Fort Ancient continues to attract visitors interested in its rich history, offering a chance to explore the ancient cultures that shaped the region.
Video Description:
Watch a recorded event celebrating the unveiling of a plaque at Fort Ancient Earthworks, marking its one-year anniversary as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The video highlights the ceremony, featuring local officials and community members recognizing the site's cultural significance.
This video will help one appreciate the hazards one may encounter and to be safe while driving on Ohio State Route 350 to Fort Ancient Earthworks from I-71. This short 3.7-mile trip is packed full of history, adventure, and breathtaking views – and the people looking for all of this. So please, be careful on the steep curves on the way down and the way back up; there are people on foot, riding horses, pedaling bikes, or ziplining through the air.
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