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Inside the National Veterans Memorial and Museum
Columbus’ beautiful and thought-provoking museum highlights the experiences of those who’ve risked their lives for the freedoms we enjoy.
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Echoes of Battle
The Toledo Museum of Art offers a look at the Civil War from eyewitness observers and artists of the era.
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Hometown Legend
Newcomerstown honors pitcher Cy Young, one of the greatest players of all time.
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The Legacy of Master Carver Ernest Warther
Ernest Warther’s formal education ended in second grade, but his ability to make elaborate, hand-carved depictions of trains from the steam-locomotive era cemented him as a genius in his own right.
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The Marathon Men
In 1931, the U.S. Open at Toledo's Inverness Club finished with an epic ending that has never been repeated.
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The Freezer Bowl
In the winter of 1982, the Cincinnati Bengals and San Diego Chargers clashed beside the Ohio River in an AFC Championship matchup that remains one of the coldest NFL games ever.
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Step Inside Fremont’s Historic Dillon House
Charles Dillon began building this grand home in 1873. Michael Free II lives there today and has merged the property’s Victorian touches with his own creativity.
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Author David McCullough on ‘The Wright Brothers‘
The Pulitzer Prize winner discusses his book about Orville and Wilbur Wright and how the Ohio brothers brought the airplane to the world.
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Abel’s Ohio Windsor Chairs, Newark
Windsor chairs date back to early America. Furniture-maker Bob Abel crafts them one at a time at his home workshop.
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Art for All
At the height of the Great Depression, artists banded together to offer hope through their work.
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Motoring On
Northern Ohio has long played a role in the auto industry. These museums highlight both famous and long-forgotten models.
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Call to Arms
The Dayton Art Institute showcases posters that rallied support in the lead-up to World War I and World War II.
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Logan's Bicentennial
The southeast Ohio town marks the milestone with a full slate of activities.
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Essay: Why We Love Cedar Point
H. John Hildebrandt worked at Cedar Point for 40 years. As the legendary amusement park celebrates its 150th anniversary, he looks back at our connection to Ohio’s summer playground.
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Ohio State: The ’68 Season
On the 50th anniversary of Ohio State University’s legendary campaign, eight of the men who played for and coached alongside Woody Hayes recall in their own words the Buckeyes’ road to a national championship.
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The Last Great Train Heist
In November 1935, Alvin “Creepy” Karpis and his crew robbed a mail car in Garrettsville, Ohio, scoring a bunch of cash and making a daring escape by both car and airplane.
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Explore “¡Cuba!” at COSI in Columbus
The Center of Science and Industry delves into the vibrant culture, history and biodiversity of this Caribbean nation.
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Steps to Freedom
Uncover America’s past when you visit these Underground Railroad sites along the Ohio River.
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Arts in Appalachia
These five attractions share the stories, history and traditions of Ohio’s hill country.
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Michigan: Culture Cruise
Head north and and you’ll find a range of destinations that celebrate history and heritage.
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