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Celebrate Logan's Bicentennial
The southeast Ohio town marks the milestone with a full slate of activities.
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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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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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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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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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How Ohio Stadium’s Opening Ushered in a New Era of Sports
The Horseshoe was dedicated on Oct. 21, 1922. The moment marked the rise of both Ohio State Football and the construction of new stadiums across the nation.
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Ohio State Football: 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 shared the story of the Buckeyes’ road to a national championship in their own words.
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Schoenbrunn Village, New Philadelphia
Founded in 1772, this village in what is today Tuscarawas County was the site of Ohio’s first Christian settlement.
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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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Ohio’s Homefront to Warfront Trail
Created to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, this trail featuring 10 stops highlights our state’s connection to the war effort.
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5 Places to Experience the Arts in Ohio’s Appalachian Region
These five attractions share the stories, history and traditions of Ohio’s hill country.
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Eclipse Company Town
Visit an old coal-company operation in Athens County that’s been repurposed for modern times.
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Appalachia: Outdoor Adventures
This 32-county region offers the chance to explore beautiful natural areas and historic spots across southern and eastern Ohio.
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Famous Flyer
One of World War II’s storied flying machines is being painstakingly restored near Dayton.
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Ohio Road Trips: Underground Railroad
Abolitionists throughout Ohio helped former slaves escape oppression. These Underground Railroad sites tell those stories.
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Columbus: Art & Museums
From beautiful works of art to scientific discoveries to a place that honors our men and women in uniform, our capital city is packed with places to discover and learn.
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Revisit Ohio’s Bygone Amusement Parks
Here’s how dedicated devotees are keeping alive the spirit of three of Ohio’s bygone amusement parks.
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