Schoenbrunn Village
First settled in 1772 by Moravian Missionary, David Zeisberger, Schoenbrunn (or "Beautiful Spring" in the native Delaware language) has become the window into our states past. Schoenbrunn Village grew to include over sixty dwellings and 300 Delaware Native Americans and Moravion missionaries. These residents drew up Ohio's first civil code and built its first Christian church and schoolhouse.
Today, the recreated village and museum share the same perspective of where Indian and European cultures meet in peace, but are infuenced to flee by forces beyond their control around the world. In addition to cabins, school and church; visitors can explore God's Acre, the original Village cemetary; the museum and the theater. A gift shop, park and beautiful picnic area are also on site.
Nesteled in the hills and valleys of beautiful, scenic Tuscarawas county in Ohio - Schoenbrunn Village offers plenty to see to make a day of a visit. Located in Northeast Ohio in New Philadelphia, we're only a couple miles off US 250 and about 4 miles easy of I-77. After you've finished your visit to the Schoenbrunn Village, be sure and stop by all of the other unique offerings presented by area business and surrondings.
A closer look at the beauty of Schoenbrunn Village.
Original Housing & Cabins
The first thing you'll notice about Schoenbrunn are the restored-yet-original cabins that the original settlers of the village. Over sixteen original buildings stand on the historic land, including the first Christian Schoolhouse built by the settlers. Most of these buildings are open and viewable to the public.
God's Acre - Original Cemetary
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