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40 Things Every Ohioan Must Do
Consider this your Buckeye List — more than three dozen attractions, events and places that everyone who has ever proclaimed O-H-I-O needs to experience.
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Mark Veterans Day at One of These 4 Ohio Events
Remember the sacrifices of America’s brave men and women in uniform at these happenings across the state.
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The Renovation of the Rutherford B. Hayes Home and Library
A revamp of Fremont's Rutherford B. Hayes home and library coincides with its bicentennial celebration.
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Rutherford B. Hayes Statue, Delaware
Our 19th president was born in this central-Ohio community, but until 2019 you might not have noticed. Today, a downtown statue commemorates his life and service.
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Piatt Castles, West Liberty
Mac-A-Cheek castle builder Abram Piatt’s son, William, first opened the family’s twin mansions to the public in the early 20th century.
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Thanksgiving with Abraham Lincoln
Each year, Jerry Payn of Wooster portrays our 16th president at Hale Farm & Village’s harvest dinner.
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Lake Erie Love: History Lessons
Visit the monument that pays tribute to Oliver Hazard Perry’s pivotal victory during the War of 1812 to museums that trace the history of life and industry along our shoreline.
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Roadside Ohio: Unusual Museums and Objects
From neon signs and vintage televisions to troll dolls and cardboard boats, explore these truly one-of-a-kind exhibits.
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How an Ohioan Created an International Star Trek Fan Club
When “Star Trek” fan Russ Haslage set out to launch a fan club for his favorite science fiction franchise, he turned to the show’s creator. Today, the International Federation of Trekkers has chapters around the globe and a headquarters in Ohio.
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Spirit Rooms, Seances and Ohio in the 19th Century
In the 1850s, Athens County farmer Jonathan Koons created a room where he claimed he could communicate with the dead, part of the burgeoning spiritualist movement that rippled across the nation.
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Best Hometowns 2024: Urbana
Downtown redevelopment has made this Champaign County community a regional destination for those seeking fresh flavors and interesting finds.
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Best Hometowns 2017–18: Mount Vernon
This town honors its heritage with dramatic improvement projects that merge history and community.
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Detroit: 4 Boutique Hotels You’ll Love
Check out the Motor City’s renaissance while staying at one of these properties that merge history with high-end amenities.
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Cannon Restorationist Bob Gillmor’s Booming Business
Bob Gillmor’s love for history and knack for tinkering led him to create and restore military cannons from our past.
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Home of the Brave
The Ohio History Center honors "The American Soldier" with a poignant photo exhibit of the men and women of wars past and present.
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Food, Shopping, Stays and more in Ohio’s Amish Country
From getaway stays and comfort food to local history and great shopping, these destinations offer classic tastes of the simple life alongside new favorites.
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Best Hometowns 2023: Lancaster
A rich history, downtown revival and location with easy access to both Columbus and the Hocking Hills make this Fairfield County community a great place to live and visit.
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Driving Ohio’s Scenic Byways
The Ohio Department of Transportation has identified 27 routes. Here are 16 that highlight history, nature and favorite attractions throughout the state.
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Hometown Road Trips 2019-2020
Summer means it’s time to explore. Check out these interesting and fun destinations we discovered while visiting this years Best Hometown honorees.
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