The Robbins Hunter Museum is excited to welcome visitors back into the museum for tours on Wednesday, April 16.
Staff members are working normal office hours. If you would like to talk to someone to schedule an event or museum tour, call the museum at (740) 587-0430 or email: museum@robbinshunter.org
Join us for Daffodils & Drinks on April 12
April 12, 2025, at 5:30 pm
Our favorite party returns to the Jill Griesse Historic Garden at the Robbins Hunter Museum on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 5:30 pm.
This year’s garden party will feature a wine or mocktail tasting, gourmet charcuterie, desserts, and live music. Last year’s event sold out quickly, and we expect this year’s party to be even more popular!
Tickets are on sale now!
Find tickets, sponsorship opportunities, and more event details on the Daffodils & Drinks page.
Questions? Reach out to us at museum@robbinshunter.org for more information.
Robbins Hunter Museum Welcomes New House Administrator
The Robbins Hunter Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of Kaylee Schanz as its new House Administrator, effective immediately. In this role, Schanz will oversee the museum's daily operations, manage logistics, and contribute to the institution's ongoing success. Schanz brings a unique blend of entrepreneurial spirit, museum experience, and strong business acumen to the position. Her background includes roles as an Exhibit Designer at Ohio History Connection and as the owner of Florish, a successful floral design business.
Schanz holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from The Ohio State University and studied abroad at Academie Minerva, Hanze University in the Netherlands. Her proficiency in various software applications will be instrumental in streamlining the museum's operations and enhancing RHM's efficiency.
About Kaylee Schanz
Kaylee Schanz is an accomplished administrative professional, designer, and business owner with a diverse background in museum operations and entrepreneurship. As the owner of Florish, she has demonstrated exceptional skills in managing day-to-day operations, handling logistics, and solving problems efficiently. Schanz's experience as an Exhibit Designer at Ohio History Connection gave her valuable insights into museum operations. In this role, she was responsible for creating museum exhibits and traveling exhibits, working closely with graphic designers, curators, and outreach teams to develop concepts for exhibits and programs.
Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from The Ohio State University and study abroad experience at Academie Minerva, Hanze University in the Netherlands. This diverse educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in design principles and art history. Schanz's unique combination of skills, including organization, leadership, communication, and problem-solving, along with her proficiency in various software applications, makes her well-suited for the role of House Administrator at the Robbins Hunter Museum.
Preserve Our Past, Empower Our Future: Support the Annual Fund
Support the Robbins Hunter Museum’s Annual Fund Drive and help us continue preserving the rich history of the Avery-Downer House for future generations. Your donation ensures the protection of our historic building, sustains our diverse programming, and supports community engagement through events like Music 4U! Concerts, Daffodils and Drinks, Third Grade Tours, History Trivia Night, Scarecrow Invasion, and many more.
As we prepare for vital restoration projects, including a new roof in 2025, your generosity enables us to maintain free admission, develop new cultural programs, and keep our beautiful gardens thriving. Every gift, no matter the size, empowers us to preserve our past and empower our future. Join us in making a lasting impact today!
Upcoming Events
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Friday, November 29 - December 24, 2024
Santa’s elves are coming to Granville!
Kids can pick up an Elf on the Run Adventure card from participating locations and hunt for elves at the businesses (and museums!) listed on the card.
You will get a stamp on your card when you find the elf in his hiding spot.
Fill the card for a free ice cream. This event is offered by the Granville Recreation District and Seven 4 Zero Ice Cream Shop & Restaurant.
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Saturday, December 7, 2024 1:00pm – 7:00pm
Step back in time as you explore this historic house, built in 1842, and see it transformed into a holiday wonderland.
The museum will be aglow with festive lights illuminating our stunning Greek columns and the vintage ornaments adorning eight beautifully decorated rooms.
Marvel at twelve meticulously themed holiday trees, showcasing everything from the charming 1870s Spelman Family tree to the nostalgic 1950s bubble light tree, along with several new creations this year.
As part of the festivities, guests can view the Gingerbread House Competition entries, hosted in partnership with the Granville Recreation District. Vote for your favorite entries and enjoy the creativity on display!
This event is free and open to the public. The museum has a wheelchair accessible entrance.
