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Secret Ohio: 23 Hidden Gems

We went in search of surprising spots, unusual attractions and fascinating discoveries hidden in plain sight across the state. Here’s how you can, too.

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The Mahoning Valley Historical Society Brings Back a Classic

The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is making efforts to revive the historic headquarters of Youngstown ice cream innovator Harry Burt.

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Museums to Visit Along the National Road

Follow U.S. 40 through Ohio and you’ll find destinations that celebrate art, science and even motorcycles.

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Author David McCullough on ‘The Pioneers’

The Pulitzer Prize-winning historian’s book examines the lives of those who founded Marietta, the United States’ first permanent settlement in the Northwest Territory.

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Ohio Finds: Brass Surveyor’s Transit

Made by Henry Ware, who was born in Vermont in 1810 before settling in Cincinnati.

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6 Historic Sites Along Ohio’s Scenic Byways

Take a drive through Ohio's early years by visiting these locations along some of our state’s scenic routes.

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Memphis Belle Marks Milestone

The celebrated World War II flyer moves closer to being displayed at the National Museum of the United States Air Force near Dayton.

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Step Inside the Revamped Magee Marsh Visitor Center

The makeover of the former Sportsmen’s Migratory Bird Center provides outdoor lovers a fresh look at our state’s prized bird-watching destination.

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Shipwrecks of Lake Erie

Our Great Lake holds the remains of hundreds of vessels that disappeared beneath its surface. Today, divers and researchers work to preserve their stories.

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Ohio’s Ulysses S. Grant Historic Sites

The 18th president of the United States was born in Point Pleasant on April 27, 1822. Visit his birthplace home and other southwest Ohio locations that shaped his life.

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Bathtub from the USS Maine, Findlay ​

This artifact from the famous battleship journeyed from the bottom of the sea to the Hancock Historical Museum.

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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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Take a Presidential Road Trip Across Ohio

These nine locations tell the stories of the eight men from our state who held the nation’s highest office as well as the role of our country’s first ladies.

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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 Literary Trail

This book lover’s road trip includes the family home of the woman who helped change Americans’ views on slavery and a museum celebrating the art of the picture book.

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The American Way

The Smithsonian Institution's new traveling exhibit chronicles journeys past and present.

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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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Hamilton’s Historic Farmers Market

This gathering around the Butler County courthouse dates back to 1875. Here’s what you'll find there on Saturday mornings, May through October.

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The Memphis Belle, Dayton

See the legendary World War II aircraft and learn its story at the National Museum of the United States Air Force.

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The NFL’s First Game Was Played in Dayton

Here’s how America’s fall obsession took its initial steps in Dayton during the autumn of 1920 with a game between the Dayton Triangles and the Columbus Panhandles.

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