The Castle Museum Youth Programs and Summer Camps

The Castle Museum Youth Programs and Summer Camps offers summer camps, school programs, scout programs, educational programs, and tours of the 1855 Gothic Revival house museum. It also offers bus tours and group tours, and Mound Cemetery group tours are offered as an add-on to a group tour package.

Programs

• Summer camps
• School programs — Book a school program.
• Scout programs — Book a scout program.
• Bus tours — Schedule a bus or group tour.
• Group tours — Schedule a bus or group tour.
• Educational programs — Attend an educational program.
• Tours of the 1855 Gothic Revival house museum

At a glance

• Facility hours: Open for tours from April through December. Spring and Fall hours: Monday 10am-4pm; Thursday 10am-4pm; Friday 10am-4pm; Saturday 1pm-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm. Summer (June-August) hours: Monday 10am-4pm; Tuesday 10am-4pm; Thursday 10am-4pm; Friday 10am-4pm; Saturday 10am-4pm; Sunday 1pm-4pm.

About the provider

The Castle says it offers programs, events, and activities to create accessible learning and social environments for all peoples. Its mission is to use its historic property, distinctive collections, and dynamic educational programs to discuss the story of the Marietta, Ohio community and its role in shaping the past, present, and future of the region, state, nation, and world.

• Mound Cemetery group tours — Offered as an add-on to a group tour package.
• Rent our facilities

The Castle Museum is closed Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve. Closures for special events or due to unexpected circumstances will be announced via social media sites on Facebook and Instagram.

What families say

“Great experience from the carriage house gift shop to the end of the house tour. Highly recommend for anyone visiting the Marietta, Ohio area.” — Myra

“What a beautiful museum and tour! Our family appreciated not only the history, but the knowledge [the staff] has. It really is a must-see!” — Becky

“Beautifully and lovingly preserved and maintained. Knowledgeable staff. Enjoyed the tour!” — Kathleen

Last updated October 17, 2026.