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Ohio Herb Center

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Ohio Herb Center

The Ohio Herb Center is an educational facility dedicated to the study and use of herbs.

The Center is located in the Creekside District of the city of Gahanna- the Herb Capital of Ohio- just east of downtown Columbus and adjacent to Port Columbus International Airport, in the heart of Gahanna. The Nafzger-Miller House, in which the Herb Center is located, is listed in the National Register of Historic Places with the original structure being built in 1855 and additions made to the ho

me in 1910. The center includes a gift shop, parlor and kitchen and is used for classes, parties, meetings and rentals.

09/04/2026

With fall approaching, there is still time to get outside and enjoy some late-summer adventures! Here are some of our favorite field guides, nature books, and summer reads. The Tree Watching Guide is an ideal companion for any trail walk, giving the trees and your imagination a voice. Come check out this and other books at the Ohio Herb Center!

09/02/2026

🌿Programming Update for September
Classes are up on the website and ready for you to sign up.

In person and virtual classes will be offered along with new classes.

Don't miss the return of the Ohio Herb Center Tea Society. Each class focuses on one herb and the benefit of drinking it in tea form.

For the first time we are offering Preserving the Harvest in a virtual format. If you have herbs and don't know what to do with them this class will help you learn the tools and some basic information to use your herbs in meaningful ways after harvesting.

Herbal Folk Remedies is sold out but there is an opportunity for you to learn in a virtual class.

We hope to see you in one or several classes this season. Register @ https://www.ohioherbcenter.org/learn-classes-1

08/31/2026

🍂It is time to transition to the Herbs of Fall. The seasonal herbs of fall usually center around a theme of help with late season allergies, supporting lungs, prepping the body for winter, and cold/flu season. It is so interesting how the plants show up at just the right time. You will see a transition from cooling to warming herbs to help the body ease into the seasonal shift. Roots become a favorite part of herbal teas and preparations. This is a signal to ground yourself. Start thinking about the ways you can support your body with the Herbs of Fall. In the post picture you will see some of the herbs we will be discussing for the next few months. For now start with gentle movement, a focus on lymph and adding to your daily herb routine.

08/28/2026

Restock fire cider starters! It's time to prepare for the upcoming cold and flu season. Fire cider is a historical recipe with deep and vital origins that has been demonstrated to help improve resilience with dis-eases. Come pick up a herbal starting for this beloved and useful recipe!

08/26/2026

📖Let's talk 2027 programming. Our programming is full of hands on experiential workshops but with some new additions. Herbal and gardening classes that are seasonal have always been at the forefront of our programming at the Ohio Herb Center. This year we have delved into virtual classes to reach a wider population of people interested in learning about herbs. Our Mentorship program is new this year and gives participants in person experience all while utilizing what you learn to provide community building experiences. New for next year we are launching the Herbal Year. This 2 year program will encompass learning about herbalism in a deeper way and then participating in a mentorship to build upon what you have learned. A solid foundation of education is the base for a lifelong relationship with plants in a meaningful way.

We hope you will join us in pursuing knowledge of the plants. Please visit our website for access to all our classes through December. If you need advice or are looking for more information on programming reach out at [email protected]. The Ohio Herb Center is here to assist you on your path with the plants.

Register for the Herbal Path-virtual class, Thursday August 27th , to get a better understanding of the paths that lay ahead on your journey with herbs.
Register here: https://gahannaconventionvisitorsburea.thundertix.com/events/263616

08/24/2026

🌿Today is the last Herb of Summer post. There are so many herbs we could discuss that are utilized in summer. Some herbs crossover from season to season. The one herb that transitions you through multiple seasons (spring, summer, and fall), is dandelion. In Spring, the flower and tender leaves are used for prepping the body for more activity after the winter. It's activity in the blood and liver helps prep the body for more work when the weather is nice. In the summer the leaves get tougher and more bitter. The bitter is a wonderful way to promote digestion. Keeping us in a healthier state when we are way more active. You can find dandelion in herbal bitter formulas to take before and after a meal. In the fall we turn to the root. It is part of the herbal coffee formula with burdock, and chicory. Herbal coffee is a great way to reduce coffee consumption. However you choose to use dandelion every season is a great way to add this powerhouse herb into your routine.

08/21/2026

New herbal infusions are now available at the Ohio Herb Center! A glycerite is a glycerin-based herbal infusion used to extract its properties. This is an excellent, safe, and convenient way to get your daily herbal dose. Valerian Root is the "Herb of the Month" at the Ohio Herb Center, and it has been traditionally connected to improved sleep and stress relief. Come check out this and other items in our gift shop!

08/19/2026

🌿2027 programming update!!! We are excited to offer a variety of classes every year for people who want to get connected with plants. Next year there is a new program being offered that is an inclusive program that will build your foundation in herb education. If you have ever thought about signing up for a large program but aren't quite sure the direction you want to take or you just want to build experience with herbs in a unique setting with other likeminded people but don't want to break the bank starting out this program is the perfect place to start.

The Herbal Year is a program designed with beginner herbalists in mind. We work on the basics to build a foundation of herb education from plants, technique, the history and language of this calling to work with plants in a meaningful way. Year one is focused on the basics. Building skills and confidence all while getting in tune with your inner herbalist. Year two is a year long dedicated mentorship working side by side Ohio Herb Center staff. The year two mentorship is not a requirement but available for interested individuals. The focus areas are there to assist you in becoming the herbalist you want to be.

We offer Herbal Workshops, Gardening classes, Virtual Workshops, Volunteer opportunities & Herb Day.

Where will the plants take you? For more information email [email protected].

08/17/2026

🌿The herb of summer this week is an amazing herbal ally. Right now Fennel is blooming. It is a cooling herb that soothes digestive upset. Fennel seed is the gift we get in the summer after the plant blooms. Once the flower goes to seed pick them off and store in a jar to add to your tea blends. You will see Fennel added to formulas for it's ability to reduce stomach upset, bloating, and acidic stomach. In Ayurveda there is a tea blend called CCF (cumin, coriander, fennel) that is used for digestion. Roasting Fennel is a great way to utilize the bulb and makes a flavorful addition to roasted potatoes. In our gardens, you have to keep up on Fennel as it will overtake a space. When you have too much you may get the benefit of pollinators visiting the flowers or butterflies laying eggs. It is one of the host plants for black swallowtail butterflies.

08/14/2026

These Gahanna at a Glance posters are a wonderful way to celebrate the city's history and landmarks! They make great gifts for people new or old to the area. Their simple color pallet complements a wide range of decor and frames. Come spread the love of Gahanna with art!

Address

110 Mill Street
Gahanna, OH
43230

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	10am - 5:30pm
Thursday	10am - 5:30pm
Friday	10am - 5:30pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm

Telephone

+16146424372

Website

https://linktr.ee/ohioherbcenter

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