Scioto County Heritage Museum

Scioto County Heritage Museum Additionally, the Museum proposes to be more than just a community “attic”. The Museum aims to provide much more. Those who live here can be proud of our past.

is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization formed to “collect, preserve, own and display material and artifacts of a historical and antiquarian value relating to Scioto County, Ohio." Overview:

The Scioto County Heritage Museum LLC (Museum) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization formed to “collect, preserve, own and display material and artifacts of a historical and antiquarian value relating

to Scioto County, Ohio to include the City of Portsmouth, all its villages and all the rural areas in between” (from our Constitution). While displays of historical artifacts are by nature an integral part of any museum, the mere viewing of such cannot serve any purpose other than conjuring up some nostalgic memory in the viewer. Through constantly evolving exhibits, hands-on experiences, educational programs, lectures, and material for research, all who visit can have a unique and meaningful experience. We have a rich, impressive history in Scioto County that Museum programs can highlight. Those who visit us or are just passing through will go away delighted with what they have discovered. The word will spread. A lifelong audience will emerge.

The Scioto County Heritage Museum recently welcomed guests for a fascinating look into local history during an America 2...
04/19/2026

The Scioto County Heritage Museum recently welcomed guests for a fascinating look into local history during an America 250 Ohio event, “1,000 Miles of Canal: An America 250 Ohio Presentation on the Ohio & Erie Canal in Scioto County.”

Presented by Bill Tipton of the Scenic Scioto Heritage Trail, in partnership with the Community Action Organization of Scioto County and Scioto County Heritage Museum, the program highlighted the vital role the Ohio & Erie Canal played in shaping transportation and economic growth in our region.

As part of April’s America 250 Ohio theme, “Ohio Moves: Transportation,” attendees learned how Scioto County contributed to one of the most significant infrastructure projects of its time—connecting communities, supporting commerce, and leaving behind a legacy that still influences the area today.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped celebrate this important piece of our shared history! For those who missed the event, check out the video below.

Today at 1pm!
03/28/2026

Today at 1pm!

Retirement Celebration in honor of Carolyn Cottrell | Saturday, March 28th | 1:00-3:00PM | Portsmouth Library - Join us to celebrate Carolyn’s 30 years of dedication and outstanding service to the Library and our community.

Check out our new website! And be sure to scroll down on the homepage and subscribe to our monthly newsletter.
03/13/2026

Check out our new website!

And be sure to scroll down on the homepage and subscribe to our monthly newsletter.

Welcome Our mission is to preserve Scioto County’s past and bring it into the future. We aim to do so through education, events, and historic restoration, as well as by collecting, archiving, and displaying artifacts of a historical and antiquarian value relating to Scioto County, Ohio. Subscribe ...

Hey, friends. Did you know that we produce a monthly newsletter about Scioto County history? You can sign up here:
03/10/2026

Hey, friends. Did you know that we produce a monthly newsletter about Scioto County history? You can sign up here:

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This past summer, Scioto County Heritage Museum received a $1,000 grant from ServeOhio, the state’s commission on servi...
10/25/2025

This past summer, Scioto County Heritage Museum received a $1,000 grant from ServeOhio, the state’s commission on service and volunteerism, to purchase supplies for Make A Difference Day(Oct. 25) 2025. These funds were used to freshen up the museum’s exterior as part of a community volunteer effort.

Thank you ServeOhio for making this possible and to those who came out to volunteer!

For more information about ServeOhio and its Make A Difference Day please visit https://serveohio.smapply.us/prog/make_a_difference_day_2025/

Make A Difference Day’s purpose is to support projects that create or improve community assets and infrastructure — such as parks, schools, senior centers, community gardens, or low-income homes — through youth volunteer engagement. Projects may span multiple days within the designated window and are designed to be collaborative, involving a wide range of community participants to benefit the broader community.


We are one of the participating nonprofit participants! Keep us in mind when thinking about donating!
09/15/2025

We are one of the participating nonprofit participants! Keep us in mind when thinking about donating!

05/14/2025
Last Tuesday, the Scioto County Heritage Museum was honored by Heritage Ohio during its Appalachia Heritage Luncheon at ...
12/21/2024

Last Tuesday, the Scioto County Heritage Museum was honored by Heritage Ohio during its Appalachia Heritage Luncheon at the State Capitol. SCHM was one of nine organizations and individuals recognized at this prestigious event.

A Big Thank You to Main Street Portsmouth In Bloom Director, Emily Uldrich for nominating us, Member of the Ohio Senate, Terry Johnson for introducing us, and Ohio State Rep Justin Pizzulli for attending the luncheon.

Our 3 minutes of glory! Thank you Emily Uldrich for believing in us!
11/22/2024

Our 3 minutes of glory! Thank you Emily Uldrich for believing in us!

Congratulations to Scioto County Heritage Museum Board member, Dr. Lorentz for receiving the Portsmouth Chamber of Comme...
11/22/2024

Congratulations to Scioto County Heritage Museum Board member, Dr. Lorentz for receiving the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce’s Distinguished Citizen of the year

08/18/2024

The Scioto County Heritage Museum is open today, Sunday, August 18 from 2-4PM! Come see us!

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623 Market Street
Portsmouth, OH
45662

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+17403072789

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