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‘Men of Change: Power. Triumph. Truth.’ in Cincinnati
The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center hosts an exhibition showcasing more than two dozen African American men who changed the history and culture of our nation
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Hometown Tour 2012
Ohio Magazine’s Best Hometowns — Archbold, Hilliard, Lebanon, Nelsonville and Oberlin — offer an array of attractions, from downtowns with restaurants and shopping to living-history villages, music productions and summer festivals.
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4 Kentucky Favorites to Visit This Spring
From booking a stay along the shore of Lake Cumberland to exploring the Kentucky Derby’s long legacy, a trip to the Bluegrass State offers food, fun, history and more.
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Best Hometowns 2019: Gallipolis
This Ohio River village settled by 500 French immigrants in 1790 embraces its history while looking to the future with a successful downtown revitalization program and a stellar public library.
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Ohio Finds: Squirrel Hunters Discharge Papers
After more than 15,000 civilians assembled in Cincinnati to defend the city against Confederate forces, Ohio Gov. David Tod recognized them for their service.
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Ohio Finds: John “Okey” Canfield Wood Carving
Birds were a favorite subject for the artist, with pieces ranging from traditional folk-art carvings to more outsider works like this one.
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Theodore Roosevelt Dedicates the McKinley Memorial
On Sept. 30, 1907, the 26th president of the United States traveled to Canton to dedicate the monument paying tribute to his predecessor.
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President Warren G. Harding’s Funeral
On Aug. 10, 1923, Harvey Firestone, Henry Ford and Thomas Edison met in Marion to pay tribute to their fallen friend.
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Ohio Finds: Miniature Blanket Chest
This circa-1830 chest with a distinct, thumbprint-like decoration is similar to ones crafted by Coshocton County makers.
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Read “Ohio Indian Trails”
First published in 1933, Frank Wilcox’s “Ohio Indian Trails” gets reissue.
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Rutherford B. Hayes Marries Lucy Webb
On Dec. 30, 1852, the future president and first lady were wed in a simple ceremony at the home of the bride’s mother in Cincinnati.
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Ohio Finds: Jewelry Store Trade Sign
This example of a unique form of advertising during the late 19th and early 20th centuries was once installed outside a Factory Street business in Canal Dover.
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Age of Steam Roundhouse Museum, Sugarcreek
This Tuscarawas County destination provides guided tours that offer a walk through the glory days of railroads.
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Ohio Finds: Zoar Garden Notebook
This personal notebook chronicles the work of Simon Beuter, who cared for the German Separatists community’s expansive garden.
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The Wild Story of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ First Season
Here’s the behind-the-scenes story of the Cleveland Cavaliers’ inaugural season in the words of those who lived it.
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Explore the Art and Architecture of Akron’s Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
We look at some of the Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens details a casual observer might miss.
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Southern Theatre, Columbus
This historic capital city theater opened in 1896. Today, the compact, 933-seat venue offers an inviting and intimate space to enjoy live music.
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Ohio’s Historic Ellen Biddle Shipman Gardens
Landscape architect Ellen Biddle Shipman was a pioneer in her field. Here's where you can still see her work today.
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Ohio Finds: Mocha Ware with Blue Seaweed Design
East Liverpool potters made this porcelain during the second half of the 19th century.
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Kingwood Center Gardens Gets Makeover
The estate of Charles Kelley King will now be open to visitors year-round with the addition of a new visitors’ center complete with a gallery, greenhouse and Buehler’s Fresh Foods cafe.
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