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5 Ways to Explore History in Chillicothe
This southeast Ohio community is steeped in history, from the earthen mounds that served as a place of ceremony for Indigenous people to the city's role as the state’s first capital.
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Who Created Ohio State’s Brutus Buckeye?
The origins of The Ohio State University’s famous mascot began in 1965 as the brainchild of two students who were looking to make history.
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Why You’ll Love the Reimagined Cleveland Museum of Natural History
A massive overhaul of the University Circle institution transforms the visitor experience, telling the story of Earth in a building that reflects the natural history of northeast Ohio.
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Experience History, Nature and More in Chillicothe
Learn about the history of Ohio and its Indigenous people, explore the outdoors at Ross County’s parks and visit downtown shops and restaurants.
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American Sign Museum, Cincinnati
Visitors can check out signs from the 1890s through the 1960s at Tod Swormstedt’s southwest Ohio attraction.
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Beautiful Made-in-Zanesville Pottery Returns Home
See "The Mark and Marie Latta Collection: Featuring Weller Pottery Co." at the Zanesville Museum of Art.
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Ohio Finds: Seymour Lindsey Paper Cutout
This framed paper cutting depicts an outdoor scene that includes a woman plucking peacock feathers.
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Uncover the Secrets of the Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument
Downtown Cleveland’s memorial to Cuyahoga County’s Civil War veterans is a reminder of the role Ohioans had in helping preserve the Union.
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Secret Ohio: View from the Adena Mansion
The vista immortalized on Ohio’s official seal was inspired by a real place in Chillicothe, our state’s first capital.
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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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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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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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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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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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Ohio Finds: Kenton Hardware Co. Nite Coach
This piece was produced during the 1920s, as the Kenton-based company began making toys alongside its functional cast iron products
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Motts Military Museum, Groveport
Warren Motts’ collection of military artifacts serves as a tribute to our men and women in uniform.
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Ohio Finds: William John Edmondson Painting
A member of one of our state’s famous artistic families created this autumn landscape of rolling meadows.
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12 Must-Visit Spots in Ohio’s Appalachian Region
Spanning 32 Ohio counties, this part of our state offers experiences that highlight the outdoors, history and culture. Here are 12 destinations to put on your list.
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Lock 15 Brewing Co., Akron
Colin Cook and Joe Karpinski play on Akron history at their brewpub along the Ohio & Erie Canal that also offers a menu of interesting eats.
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