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Adena Mansion & Gardens
2000 Acre Estate of Thomas Worthington

Category: Chillicothe Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Adena Mansion & Gardens was the former home of Thomas Worthington, the sixth Governor of the State of Ohio and considered to be the Father of Ohio Statehood. The Mansion was completed in 1806-1807 and has been restored to look much as it did when the Worthington family lived there. Situated on the remaining 300 acres are five outbuildings and formal gardens. The gardens are filled with heirloom flowers, trees and vegetables. Looking east from the north lawn, visitors can see the view depicted on the Great Seal of Ohio. The Museum and Education Center features interactive exhibits that connect people to life in Ohio in the early 1800's.

Cora Mill
Grist Mill

Category: Rio Grande Historic Site near Gallipolis, Ohio

Description of this Gallipolis area Attraction: Cora Mill, originally built in 1835, is the last of 13 grist mills that flourished along Raccoon Creek in Gallia County. Mills such as this one, were used to grind grain into flour and sometimes, to saw logs into lumber. The mills were very important during the early settlement of an area. Not only did they grind grain, but often had stores that sold the few supplies needed by the largely self-suffient farmers. Mills served as gathering places and frequently, villages like Cora, sprang up around the mills.

Fairfield County Visitors and Convention Bureau
Guide to Lodging and Travel Sites in Lancaster, Ohio

Category: Lancaster Historic Site near Columbus, Ohio

Description of this Columbus area Attraction: The Lancaster-Fairfield Ohio County VIsitors Bureau provides and up to date listing of attractions in Fairfield County including The Georgian Museum, Sherman House, soon to open Ohio Glass Mueusm, Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, Baltimore Museum, Doll Museum, Motorcycle Hall of Fame and the Lancaster Festival and others plus a calendar of events for Lancaster-Fairfield County with links to the organizations.

Historic Bear's Mill
Bear's Mill, built in 1849, is an authentic grist mill.

Category: Greenville Historic Site near Dayton, Ohio

Description of this Dayton area Attraction: Built in 1849, Bear's Mill is an authentic example of a stonegrinding flourmill of its time. Placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975, it is still in use today to grind yellow cornmeal, soft whole wheat flour, cracked wheat and rye flour. The buhr stones are powered by water from the Greenville Creek. Everyone who comes to Bear’s Mill during business hours is welcome to take a free self-guided tour of the 4 story structure and take a walk in the scenic woods surrounding the mill. Guided tours may be scheduled for a fee. The first floor of the mill is a store and art gallery where one can purchase the mill flours and other gourmet sundries and giftware. The mill offers a line of gift boxes and custom baskets. A special feature is handmade pottery by the Bear’s Mill potters and artwork by regional artists. Bear's Mill is run by ‘The Friends of Bear’s Mill’ (a non profit organization whose mission is to preserve and keep the mill open to the public for touring and educational purposes). One of the sources of income for the mill is through store sales, so if you visit the mill and do not wish to make a purchase, please drop a gift in the donation box on your way out. It helps to keep the mill open for all to see. HOURS January - March Thursday and Friday 11-5, Saturday 9-5, Sunday 11-5 April - November Tuesday - Friday 11-5, Saturday 9-5, Sunday 11-5 December Sunday - Friday 11-5, Saturday 9-5 Closed Christmas Day BEAR'S MILL 6450 Arcanum-Bear's Mill Road, Greenville, Ohio 45331 Phone: 937-548-5112 Fax: 937-547-6044 E-mail: bearsmill@embarqmail.com Web: www.bearsmill.com DIRECTIONS From Greenville: Take Route 36 East for 5 miles. Turn right onto Arcanum-Bear's Mill Road and drive 1/4 mile. The Mill is on the right. From Dayton (approximately 35 miles): Take Route I-75 North to Route I-70 West. Take I-70 to Route 49 North (Exit 24). Continue on 49 through Phillipsburg until you come to the second flashing yellow light (approximately 10 miles). At the light, turn right onto Arcanum-Bear's Mill Road. Bear's Mill is 6 miles on the left.

Historic Fort Steuben
Reconstructed 18th century fort

Category: Steubenville Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Historic Fort Steuben is a reconstructed 18th century fort on its original site overlooking the Ohio River in Steubenville, Ohio. Built to protect the surveyors of the Northwest Territory, the Fort provides living history and educational programs on the life of the soldiers, the Indians, and the settlers on the Ohio frontier. The Exhibit Hall in the Visitors Center features changing exhibits on Ohio history and culture. Ohio Valley Frontier Days celebrates our frontier heritage annually at the end of June. Fort Steuben Park offers greenspace within downtown Steubenville and summer concerts on Thursday evenings in the Berkman Amphitheater.

Historic Roscoe Village
1830s restored canal town

Category: Coshocton Historic Site in Ohio
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Description of this Ohio Attraction: This charming Village was once a thriving port on the Ohio & Erie Canal. Restored in 1969, the original 1800's buildings are the hallmark of this quaint, entertaining, and scenic village. Standing as they did more than a century ago, the buildings hold treasures of living history, interesting shops and restaurants.

Hopewell Culture National Historical Park
Geometric Earthworks of the Ancient Hopewell Culture

Category: Chillicothe Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Hopewell Culture National Historical Park preserves several of the earthworks of the ancient American Indian culture we call the Hopewell. The Hopewell culture was centered on Chillicothe from about 200 BC to AD 400. This unique culture built geometric earthworks of various shapes as well as mounds. Their finely crafted artifacts are evidence of extensive interactions with inhabitants of areas as far apart as the Gulf of Mexico and the Rocky Mountains. These features provide insights into the political, economic, and spiritual lives of the Hopewell Culture.

Milan Historical Museum
Step Back In Time & Explore Historic Milan Ohio!

Category: Milan Historic Site near Sandusky, Ohio
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Description of this Sandusky area Attraction: Visit the birthplace of America's greatest inventor, Thomas A. Edison. The Milan Historical Museum is located in the heart of the historic distric of Milan, a National Trust for Historic Preservation Distinctive Destination. The museum features both permanent and temporary exhibits, sculpture gardens and gift shop. Hours and pricing subject to change.

Mound Hill Cemetery
Historic Cemtery

Category: Gallipolis Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Gallipolis Attraction: Mound Hill Cemetery dates from 1880 and overlooks the Ohio River and Gallipolis. At least two of the founding French 500 are buried there. The plague on the gates to the Cemetery, lists the names of 30 Revolutionary War Soldiers, who were buried in Gallia County. It is also the final resting place of the famous newspaper columnist, O.O. McIntyre.

Pine Tree Barn
Restored 1868 barn * 25,000 sf of shopping

Category: Wooster Historic Site near Akron, Ohio

Description of this Akron area Attraction: The Barn at Pine Tree, a historical landmark built in 1868, was a stock barn for more than 100 years. The Dush family has restored the Dutch bank barn into gift shops, a home furnishing & design studio, a gourmet luncheon restaurant and family Christmas tree farm. With over 25,000 square feet inside, Pine Tree Barn is one of Ohio's premier dining and shopping destinations. Pine Tree Barn , located on a 150 acre Christmas Tree Farm, overlooks two lakes nestled in the Killbuck Valley. The Killbuck Marsh is the largest inland marsh in Ohio. The nature and wildlife preserve adjoin the farm, which enhances one of the most spectacular views in Ohio. * Fine Luncheon Cuisine in The Granary. Enjoy the magnificent view of the surrounding lakes and Killbuck Valley. Outdoor rooftop dining now available. * Pine Tree Interiors is a full line home furnishings resource with complete interior design services. We represent nearly 100 top quality lines of furniture, and nearly 200 lines of lighting, floor covering, and extraordinary accessories. * The Heritage Loft features the finest 18th Century furniture and accessories, crafted by hand. Pine Tree has earned a reputation as one of Ohio's leading resources in "heritage" decorating. * Celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas by riding through the fields on a horse-drawn wagon to choose and cut your family's Christmas tree. Choose from a wide selection of home grown, freshly cut, or dug trees of all sizes and varieties. ** YOU MUST VISIT OUR MAGNIFICENT WEB SITE OR COME SEE US TO EXPERIENCE THE TRUE MAGIC OF PINE TREE BARN!! **

The Castle
Historic - Educational Tour

Category: Marietta Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: With it's octagonal tower, trefoil attic window, and stone capped spires, The Castle is one of the best executed examples of Gothic Revival style architecture in Ohio. Interior architectural details include a scagliola fireplace mantle, coodge papiermache moldings and floor to ceiling shutters on the parlor's bay window. The house is furnished with items of historical significance to the area, as well as those typical of the Victorian Era.

The Heritage Loft at Pine Tree Barn
The best in early american furniture and gifts

Category: Wooster Historic Site near Akron, Ohio

Description of this Akron area Attraction: Past the creaking, weathered heart-pine floors of the restored c.1868 bank barn, you are greeted by an old wooden staircase leading to what was, in days long past, the barn's original hayloft. Ascending this staircase, the hand-pegged beams and hand-hewn timbers whisper of a simpler time...before the "Industrial Revolution". A time when hearts and hands were the machines of industry... Now home to the Heritage Loft, this warm and cozy space is a treasure trove, offering nearly 4,000 square feet of the Country's finest reproduction 18th century home furnishings and accessories. The Heritage Loft features a vast selection of the very best names in 18th Century furniture, crafted by hand in tiger maple, cherry and pine. Period accessories and crafts by the best local, Ohio and nationally recognized craftsmen and women. And an unparalleled selection of resources for those interested in period furnishings and decoration - fabrics, paints, wall coverings and more. A sampling of artisans includes D.R. Dimes, J.L. Treharn, Stephen Plaud, Bucks County, Pennsylvania Folk, Mike Benner, and Amanda Wilder Collection. ** YOU MUST VISIT OUR MAGNIFICENT WEB SITE OR COME SEE US TO EXPERIENCE THE TRUE MAGIC OF PINE TREE BARN'S HERITAGE LOFT!! **

The Housley House Bed and Breakfast
1883 Victorian Italianate Home built by R.A. Housley

Category: Grand Rapids Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: The Housley House Bed and Breakfast is a moment spent today, in yesterday's world. Be our guest and enjoy stepping back in time as you open the doors with the antique door "bell" and set your eyes on the beautiful imported wallpaper from England, original marble fireplace and antique mirrors of the historical times of the 1800's. The Dillin Room is complete with the queen size feather bed, TV, DVD, Wireless Computer, view of the magestic Maumee River, private bathroom w/2 person shower and 2 person jacuzzi. Warm homemade cookies await your arrival, wine-tasting daily, a sweet before bed and a 4 course gourmet breakfast each and every morning at the time and location of your choice. The Dillin Room is just one of the 4 beautiful rooms for you to choose from. Room Rates range from 75.00 to 225.00 but our 2009 SPECIAL marks the rooms down when you spend more than 1 night to a range of 75.00 to 100.00/150.00 a night. Although the rooms and the house are beautiful and so is the English garden..........but the favorite spot for all visitors is the front extended porch that is filled with rocking chairs and the favorite antique wicker swing that overlooks the main street of Grand Rapids, the beautiful river and all the activity going on in the small quaint Grand Rapids, ohio. This home was just one of their projects in the quaint historical Grand Rapids, Ohio. Their vision is still living as you walk through the many quaint shops of antiques, boutiques and much much more! Please visit us at www.thehousleyhouse.com

The Lucy Hayes Heritage Center
Birthplace of the wife of our 19th Pres. Rutherford B. Hayes

Category: Chillicothe Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Birthplace of the wife of our 19th President Rutherford B. Hayes. We have 5 cases of Hayes memorabilia. and a parlor furnished with Empire style furniture. We have a meeting room which seats 32 people.

Woodland Historic Cemetery & Arboretum
Historical Cemetery

Category: Dayton Historic Site in Ohio
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Description of this Dayton Attraction: Enjoy a beautiful stroll through the 5th oldest historic Garden Cemeteries in the US and meet some of the famous and infamous people that have made Woodland Cemetery their final resting place. From John Van Cleve who established the cemetery to The Wright Brothers who discovered flight and of course Erma Bombeck one of the most admired humorist writers of our day.Tiffany windows in the chapel. Stained glass in our mausoleum. We look forward to seeing you there. Historical tours. Visit our web site for listing of events.

Harding Memorial
The final resting place of President and Mrs. Warren G. Harding is the largest and most beautiful presidential memorial outside of Washington D.C.

Category: Marion Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: The final resting place of President and Mrs. Warren G. Harding is the largest and most beautiful presidential memorial outside of Washington D.C. Built in 1925, it contains 46 columns of timeless white Georgia marble. The sturcture is beautiful.

Historic Carrousel District
Experience the simple pleasures of Downtown Mansfield. Over 60 unique specialty shops and eateries located in and around the historic Carousel district.

Category: Mansfield Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Historic Carrousel District in Mansfield, OH

John & Annie Glenn Historic Site
In honor of the first American to orbit the Earth

Category: New Concord Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: The John & Annie Glenn Historic Site is dedicated to telling the story of 20th Century American history through the lives of John & Annie Glenn and to creating educational programs for learners of all ages. The tour begins with a 20-minute orientation movie (narrated by Hugh Downs). What makes the attraction unique is the living history presentation done on the main floor of the Historic Site which is John Glenn's boyhood home. The year is 1944 and we are in the middle of WWII. Experience life on the homefront during that time and the sacrifices made at home to help with the war effort. Also, learn about their devotion to one another, their family, church, community and their country. See John's bedroom with handmade planes hanging from the ceiling and a toy room with his train set and tricycle just like they were when he was a boy and displays from his military and political careers as well as the space program, including a replica of the Friendship VII space capsule in which he orbited the earth in 1962. Visitors also have the opportunity to have a virtual conversation with John Glenn. This site is very family oriented

Kingwood Center
Kingwood Center in Mansfield, OH

Category: Mansfield Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Kingwood is a 47-acre former estate of Charles K. king. The grounds are renowned for botch their historic significance and the brilliant floral display of the new gardens. The French provincial mansion contains many rooms decorated with Mr. King's original furnishings and one of Ohio's outstanding horticultural libraries. An elegant greenhouse features year-round displays and plant sales. The extensive grounds offer opportunities for hiking and quiet isolation from vehicles.

Main Street Books
Although it is located in the historic downtown district, nothing inside this store is ancient or used.ááMain Street Books is anáall new retail bookstore thatáis a full-line, full service bookstore.á

Category: Mansfield Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Main Street Books in Mansfield, OH

Marion Union Station
Once the main switching facility for Erie Railroad, Marion

Category: Marion Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Two major railroads cross paths in Marion - Norfolk Southern and CSX. More than 100 trains pass by Union Station everyday. An impressive collection of memorabilia and the AC Tower, which was once the main switching facility for the Erie Railroad, Marion Division. Railroad enthusiasts from around the country come to the station each year.

Oak Hill Cottage
Oak Hill Cottage in Mansfield, OH

Category: Mansfield Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Built in 1847, it has seven gables, five double chimneys and seven marble fireplaces. Louis Bromfield, native of Mansfield and Pulitzer Prize winning author, played at Oak Hill as a child. His memories of the home were the basis for "Shane's castleö in his 1924 novel "The Green Bay Treeö. Operated by the Richland County Historical Society. Considered to be the most perfect Gothic House in the U.S.! We welcome small clubs or family groups! Designated a literary landmark by the National Friends of the Library Association.

Veterans Memorial Park
This park has a separate monument dedicated to each war the United States has fought, through the Global War on Terrorism. A special monument is honoring the women who have fought.

Category: Marion Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: This park has separate monuments dedicated to each war the United States has fought including the Global War on Terrorsim. A special memorial is dedicated to the woment who have fought for our country. Local citizens donated the funds to make the park possible.

World War Ii Memorial
Located at the main entrance to the Marion Cemetery is the World War II Memorial. This memorial is the largest monument dedicated to the war outside of Washington DC was dedicated in 2001.

Category: Marion Historic Site in Ohio

Description of this Ohio Attraction: Located at the main entrance of the Marion Cemetery is the World War II Memorial. With flags waving and benches filling the walk way to the memorial. This is the largest monument dedicated to the war outside of Washington DC and was dedicated in 2001.

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