Since its inception, more than 500 older Ohioans have been inducted into the Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame. If you know someone who belongs among those ranks, the Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) wants to hear from you. The hall honors current or long-time Ohio residents age 60 and older who have made and continue to make a lasting impact on their communities, their professions or their vocations.
“The Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame is one of our annual highlights at the Department of Aging, and we are eager to welcome another class of outstanding Ohioans this September,” said ODA Director Ursel J. McElroy. “If you know an older Ohioan who has made significant contributions to their community, we invite you to take this opportunity to see them recognized and celebrated.”
Inductees are selected from public nominations. Past inductees have included business and industry leaders, advocates, community planners, educators, scientists, health care professionals, volunteers, artists, entertainers, athletes and more. Nominees are evaluated on the scope and impact of their contributions begun or continued after age 60. Nominees must be native-born Ohioans or have been residents of the state for at least 10 years. Posthumous nominations are accepted.
Nominations must be received by March 31, 2025, to be considered for induction this year. Learn more, access the nomination form and view past inductees at www.aging.ohio.gov/halloffame.
