COLUMBUS — America 250-Ohio, the official state commission responsible for spearheading Ohio’s celebrations around America’s Semiquincentennial in 2026, announced a special promotion for its popular 4th Grade History Pass.

Now through Aug. 4, any fourth grade student who visits the Ohio History Center will receive a one-time free admission to the Ohio State Fair when they present the 4th Grade History Pass, with a paid adult admission.

“During the summer, it’s so important to keep kids’ minds engaged,” said Todd Kleismit, executive director of America 250-Ohio. “With the 4th Grade History Pass, Ohio’s families have opportunities for these educational and fun experiences. Not only can they visit places like the wonderful Ohio History Center, but they can also now spend even more quality time together at the Ohio State Fair.”

To participate, a 4th Grade History Pass can be acquired from the America 250-Ohio website, where there is an option to select a printed or digital version for download.

Regular admission fees apply for accompanying family members, and passes are not valid for field trips or group visits.

To take advantage of the combined offer of the Ohio State Fair and Ohio History Center, fourth grade students and their families must purchase their admission at the Ohio State Fair entrance located outside of the Ohio History Center (it is marked with three flag poles).

During the Ohio State Fair, admission purchased at the Ohio History Center/Ohio State Fair gate is valid for both experiences. Visitors will receive an Ohio State Fair hand stamp that provides admission to both venues. The Ohio History Center/Ohio State Fair gate is only open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Other restrictions may apply.

Pass restrictions: One pass per fourth grade student per transaction for free general admission. Must be accompanied by paid adult general admission. The pass must be presented at the time of purchase, either as a digital version on a smartphone or a printed version. The program is for fourth grade students for the 2023-2024 school year. The pass is valid through Aug. 31. Each school year on Sept. 1, the pass for the fourth-grade students of that school year will be available and valid through the following August. The program will end on Dec. 31, 2026.