The Collective
The Collective is a dynamic and engaging space to showcase our communities as well as broader themes of art, history and science. Located at LCL’s Downtown Newark location, we invite you to visit this space to experience something new.
Frederick Douglass: Advocate for Equality
January 19 - February 27
This historical display from The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History examines Frederick Douglass and his escape from slavery, his work as an abolitionist, and his relentless fight for equality for all individuals during the Jim Crow era. Learn about Douglass' experiences, courage, and mastery of words represented in this exhibit.
When Nature Strikes: Disasters in Licking County
March 4 through April 24
"If you don't like the weather, wait five minutes, and it will change." This Mark Twain quote certainly applies to Ohio weather, and Licking County has seen its fair share of severe weather events. This exhibit features some of the major natural disasters experienced through the years.
In partnership with Licking County Records and Archives, Licking County Historical Society, and Licking County Emergency Management Agency