The village houses a 19th-century log cabin that was originally built in 1804.
Many of the buildings were moved to their current location to escape demolition in other parts of the Cincinnati area.
The collection includes a working printing office featuring period-accurate presses.
The Hayner House, a central building, was originally constructed in the late 1800s as a private residence.
The site includes a carriage house that displays various modes of 19th-century transportation.
Heritage Village Museum is an open-air living history museum located within Sharon Woods park in Sharonville, Ohio. The site features 13 historic buildings relocated from across the southwestern Ohio region, dating from 1800 to 1890. Costumed interpreters operate these structures, demonstrating daily tasks and lifestyles representative of 19th-century life in the Ohio Valley. Notable structures include the Kemper Log House, which is one of the oldest buildings in the collection. The village serves as a preservation site for architecture ranging from Victorian homes to a functional blacksmith shop. Visitors can walk through a historic train station, schoolhouse, and general store. The grounds function as an immersive educational environment highlighting local regional history. The museum is currently operational as of August 2026.
The front porch of the historic train station or the pathway lined with the period-authentic log buildings.
Wear comfortable, closed-toe walking shoes as the village features gravel paths and uneven terrain.
Check the museum's events calendar before visiting to see if a costumed reenactment or themed festival is scheduled.
Bring bug spray if visiting during humid summer months, as the village is situated in a wooded park area.
Do not attempt to touch the interior artifacts or furniture in the historic buildings, as most are fragile antiques.
Typically closed on Mondays and Tuesdays; operates seasonally with limited availability during winter months.
Respect the personal space of costumed interpreters and ask permission before taking close-up photographs of them.
