The Supreme Court of Ohio is staying open late to the public on Sept. 9 with two evening tour offerings. This special evening event is part of the Supreme Court’s ongoing celebration of America’s upcoming 250th birthday.

See Ohio’s rich history on full display at the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center, home of the Supreme Court. The iconic downtown Columbus building was completed in 1933 and served as the Ohio Departments Building for nearly 70 years. Listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, it was renovated and repurposed in 2004 as the “forever home” and headquarters of Ohio’s highest court in the state.

The awe-inspiring interior features a convergence of Art-Deco styling and Beaux-Arts architecture, which gives the building the look and feel of a palace with museum-quality finishes. The artwork and fixtures in the Grand Concourse and Courtroom make it a one-of-a-kind Ohio landmark.

The evening tour groups will be among some of the first to view the Court’s new Women in Law exhibit. The installation features the trailblazing contributions women have made to Ohio’s legal history, from the first women admitted to the bar to the those who ascended to the highest courts.

While in the Visitor Education Center, guests can also explore the history of Ohio, from its Native American roots to its impact on industry and transportation. Learn of the Ohioans who made an impact on America’s story while walking through the Grand Concourse or examining the Tuskegee Airmen exhibit in the Visitor Education Center.

Tour Times – Tuesday, September 9

• 5 p.m.
• 6 p.m.

Tours are limited to 30 visitors per time slot. Register at: 2025 Tour Registration.

The Court is proud to participate in America 250-Ohio, a statewide commemoration of the nation’s 250th anniversary. Created in 2022, the Ohio Commission for the U.S. Semiquincentennial is leading efforts to showcase Ohio’s unique role in shaping America’s story.