The Civil War sesquicentennial (2011-2015) is an excellent opportunity for teachers to introduce Ohio’s Civil War history to a new generation of students. This section offers a wealth of resources and learning opportunities for teachers and students. General facts, featured topics, lesson plans, project ideas and distance learning opportunities are just some of the many resources we offer.

Featured Topics

New topics are provided each month for an in-depth view of extraordinary Ohioans and their Civil War stories.

Lesson Plans and Activities

Print lesson plans and get exciting ideas for student activities. Submit a lesson plan or activity.

Student Research Papers and Essays

Read and submit student research papers and essays.

Photographs and Primary Sources

Browse through collections of photographs and other primary source materials to enrich your classroom instruction.

Distance Learning

A list of available resources for distance learning opportunities.

Plan a Field Trip

We can help you find the perfect field trip for your students.

Links

Additional resources for teachers and students.