March/April 2025

Travel

From our state’s only national park to museums dedicated to legendary women to incredible roadside art, these treks offer plenty of ways to make new memories. 

The return of warm weather offers a perfect time to visit our capital city for world-class museums, food-and-drink finds and a full slate of sports. Plus, save the date for a variety of special events. 

Our state’s own city of Dublin gets serious about St. Patrick’s Day, hosting a range of activities for revelers of all ages. 

From a giant Bigfoot sculpture in Mercer County to a backyard folk-art masterpiece in Springfield, these roadside art finds embody creativity in unusual and interesting ways.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park offers more than 33,000 acres of adventure just a short drive from both Cleveland and Akron, and these stops should be part of your itinerary.

From the state’s oldest continuously operating business to an inn visited by Abraham Lincoln, these establishments all had their start before the turn of the 20th century. 

Learn about our state’s deep ties to aeronautics at these museums where exhibits stretch from the Wright brothers to the Space Race.

The Mountain State is home to beautiful outdoor destinations, whether you’re looking to hit the trails, get some stargazing in or embrace adventures ranging from rail biking to bungee jumping. 

Put on your green and get ready to experience a taste of the Emerald Isle in the Buckeye State with these parades and celebrations sure to help you feel the luck of the Irish. 

From April through August, Ohio’s vibrant flower-focused festivals offer the opportunity to celebrate our state’s natural beauty while taking part in family-friendly activities, food and entertainment.

Enjoy enjoy these festivals and events across our state that educate and celebrate conserving and beautifying our planet. 

Whether you’re looking for a place to stay with plenty to do on-site, a bed-and-breakfast to start your day off right or accommodations surrounded by nature, these spots offer memorable stays.

Visit these sites that honor individuals who left an indelible mark on history, from a pioneering suffragist to a famous sharpshooter to a literary icon. 

Curiosity fuels learning at these kid-focused destinations across our state that are filled with hands-on experiences, insightful exhibits and big fun.

Founded in 1926, the annual celebration honors the region’s rich maple sugaring heritage with entertainment, traditional competitions and lots of sweet treats.

From an incredible art museum to a historic downtown music venue to a famous author’s family home turned literary hub, creativity abounds in our capital city. 

The new exhibition “Inside President Hayes‘ Library” opens March 28 at the Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums. 

The arrival of warmer temperatures brings a fresh focus on the Maumee River and what you can see, do and experience along it.

This southwest Ohio park in Xenia, built on the site of the Native American village of Old Chillicothe, presents exhibits, artifacts and interactive displays inside an immersive visitor center.

Our state is packed with picturesque villages, including these communities brimming with history, culture and creativity.

Climb aboard this fleet of ferries starting as early as March 21 for service to Put-in-Bay and Middle Bass Island.

Bibliophiles love these creatively organized and inviting spots where browsing the shelves makes for a memorable and fun experience.

Located along the Wally Road Scenic Byway, this northeast Ohio span has received national accolades since it was completed in 2023. 

Seven presidents were born in Ohio, and another called the state home before being elected. Connect with that history by visiting the final resting places of the five who are buried here. 

Food + Drink

Visit a nearly century-old festival, sample a variety of maple treats and swing by Pancake Town USA.  

If you’ve never eaten a ramp, you’re not alone. The annual Ramp Up Peninsula celebration offers a chance to try the wild leek, which arrives in parts of Ohio each spring. 

Elias and Nas Hajjar joined forces to open this spot in the Ottawa Hills Shopping Center that features the Lebanese-inspired dishes for which their family is known.

Located just a couple miles off Interstate 71 in Morrow County, this brewery crafts a large lineup of creatively named and tasty brews.

Arts

Opening at Kirtland’s Penitentiary Glen Reservation on March 15, “Earth, Air, Fire & Water: Art & The Four Elements” features the work of 10 artists.

Explore the evolution of bicycle design at the Cincinnati Art Museum during “Cycle Thru! The Art of the Bike,” on display from April 4 through Aug. 24.

Celebrate the 250th anniversary of renowned English watercolor artist J.M.W. Turner’s birth during this exhibition running March 1 through June 15.

Home + Garden

Make your outdoor space into a haven for birds, butterflies and pollinators this season by taking part in this National Audubon Society program. 

This Columbus maker creates colorful replacements for household products that prioritize sustainability and reusability to help reduce harmful environmental impacts.

Ohio Life

After decades of effort, Ohio’s official trail was recognized as complete during a ceremony on March 20, 1981.

Born in 1908 in Malvern, Singer was a natural artist. He created this painting in 1949. 

From a beloved pancake breakfast in Burton and a former factory in Mount Vernon to an iconic piece of Cincinnati history, here’s what our staff loves about Ohio this month. 

Her Athens studio empowers artists of all ability levels to channel their creativity into joyful, vibrant works of art, including its signature Passion Flower.