1842 Greek Revival Landmark & Historic House Museum
The Robbins Hunter Museum at the Avery-Downer House is a historic house museum in the village of Granville, Ohio. Built in 1842 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the home is widely recognized as one of the country’s finest examples of Greek Revival architecture.
Guided tours reveal what makes the house so architecturally significant, from its iconic Ionic columns and classical design to the distinctive details found throughout the home. Visitors explore elegant rooms including the formal parlor, ladies’ parlor and doctor’s office, arranged with period furnishings that help illustrate how the home’s residents may have lived.
The museum also features an exhibit about Licking County native Victoria Woodhull, who became the first woman to run for president of the United States in 1872, exploring her groundbreaking and often controversial life.
Her story continues outside, where the nation’s first memorial to Woodhull takes the form of an animated clock tower above the museum’s west entrance. A hand-carved figure of Woodhull emerges from the tower each hour.
Garden lovers will enjoy the museum’s all-season garden, especially in March and April, when the Jill Griesse Historic Garden and the Holly Shai Lady’s Garden are blooming with historic and rare daffodils. Don’t miss the self-guided tour on the garden side of our museum sign near the west entrance.
Please note: The museum’s front porch and entrance are closed for restoration and visitor safety. Visitors should enter through the accessible west entrance under the clock tower.
Tour Schedule
Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday | 1:00–4:00 pm
Thursday | By appointment only | Schedule your tour here
Please Note: The museum will be closed on Saturday, October 10, for a private event.
Group Tours
Group tours may be scheduled in advance throughout the season. Schedule your group tour here
2026 Victoria Woodhull Woman of Achievement Award
Celebrating inspiring women in Licking County
Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination for this year’s award. Our selection committee is reviewing the nominees for the 2026 Victoria Woodhull Woman of Achievement Award, which recognizes a Licking County woman who gives back to others, shows determination in making a difference, and continually works to make the community a better place.
We look forward to selecting and announcing this year’s honoree! Watch for updates here on our website and on social media.
Victoria Woodhull was born in Homer, Ohio, in Licking County, and was the first woman to run for U.S. president. Our museum honors her with a permanent exhibit on her life and legacy and a clock tower where a statue of Victoria appears every hour.
Learn more about the award and its criteria
Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for a meaningful way to get involved? Support the Robbins Hunter Museum by helping with events, sharing our history, caring for our nationally recognized daffodil garden, and more.
Coming Up in November: Holiday Decorating!
Help us bring the holiday season to life! Beginning the first week of November, volunteers will decorate more than a dozen trees, mantels, and rooms throughout the museum.
This year’s decorations will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, including military-themed trees honoring our veterans. We’ll unveil the decorations on November 11 for Veterans Day.
Interested in lending a hand? Email museum@robbinshunter.org to let us know you’d like to volunteer!
Thank you to our Blooms & Benefactors Sponsors!
Museum Membership
Membership is one of the most meaningful ways to support the Robbins Hunter Museum. Your support helps preserve this historic space, maintain the gardens, and continue the experiences that bring our community together.
Our Membership Drive is happening now! If you are a museum member, watch for your renewal letter in the mail, or renew through our website.
If you are interested in becoming a new museum member, check out our membership page with all of the membership levels and benefits listed.
Support Our Mission
Your support helps us keep the Robbins Hunter Museum open and free for everyone to enjoy. Every donation—large or small—helps us care for this historic home, preserve its collections, and continue offering community programs and events throughout the year.
If you’d like to contribute, please consider making a donation today.
