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Wright Earthworks, Newark

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Admission from $5. Open Weds.-Sun. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

About Wright Earthworks

Wright Earthworks in Newark, Ohio preserves one of three sections of the largest set of geometric earthen enclosures in the world. Built by ancient Americans, this architectural wonder consists of geometric earthwork formations that visitors can explore on the grounds. The site includes an octagon earthwork with interior features shaped by prehistoric builders. A visitor center provides context for understanding the ancient construction and its significance as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The grounds are open during daylight hours, and guided tours are available to help interpret the earthworks and their history. The nearby Great Circle and Octagon Earthworks, along with the Newark Earthworks Museum, complete the preserved complex within Licking County. These interconnected sites together represent an extraordinary achievement of pre-Columbian engineering and design that shaped the landscape over a thousand years ago.

Tickets, prices & hours

Great Circle, Octagon, and Wright Square
Free
Guided Tours
$10
Guided Tours
$7
Guided Tours
$5
Children less than 5 years of age
Free

Hours: Weds.-Sun. 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

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What’s on at Wright Earthworks

4 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.

Oct 16Event

Third Friday Tours at the Octagon Earthwork with Brad Lepper

Senior World Heritage Archaeologist Brad Lepper leads a guided tour of the Octagon at the Newark Earthworks on the third Friday of every month.

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“October 16, 2026 Third Friday Tours at the Octagon Earthwork with Brad Lepper Join Senior World Heritage Archaeologist, Brad Lepper, at the Octagon of the Newark Earthworks on the third Friday of every month for a guided tour of this incredible site!”

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Oct 28Event

Community Picnic and Moonrise at the Octagon Earthworks

Part of the America 250 celebration, this event honors the knowledge and influence that Indigenous peoples have brought to the landscape for millennia.

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“October 28, 2026 Community Picnic and Moonrise at the Octagon Earthworks As a part of the celebration of America 250 we want to take time to honor the knowledge and influence that Indigenous peoples have brought to this landscape for millennia.”

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Oct 30Event

Octagon Homeschool Days: Archaeology

A drop-in educational program at the Octagon Visitor Center for homeschoolers seeking fun, history-related activities focused on archaeology.

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“October 30, 2026 Octagon Homeschool Days: Archaeology Do you have a homeschooler looking for an educational and fun activity related to history? Well, come meet us at the Octagon Visitor Center for a drop-in program! October 30:”

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Nov 25Event

The Northernmost Lunar Alignment at the Octagon Earthwork

The last public event related to the Northernmost lunar alignment at the Octagon Earthwork for this 18.6-year cycle; a once-in-a-generation celestial event.

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“November 25, 2026 The Northernmost Lunar Alignment at the Octagon Earthwork Last public event related to the Northernmost lunar alignment at the Octagon Earthwork for this 18.6-year cycle The Northernmost Moonrise is a once in a generation celestial event;”

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