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Keeper of the Flame
Dayton educator Herbert Woodward Martin honors the poetry of Paul Laurence Dunbar.
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Storied Lodgings
Across the state there are inns and hotels with colorful histories, including these.
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Ohio’s Ouija Board Connection
During the 19th century, our state was a hotbed of spiritualism camps and parlor seances that contributed to the creation of the famous talking board we know today.
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Bogie and Bacall Get Married in Ohio
In May 1945, Hollywood icons Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall tied the knot at Malabar Farm in Lucas.
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John A. Roebling and Cincinnati’s Famous Bridge
In 1856, the inventor began work on an Ohio River crossing that he saw as both a work of art and a monument to engineering.
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‘Through Darkness to Light: Photographs Along the Underground Railroad’
The Canton Museum of Art showcases an exhibition of photographs by Dallas-based photographer Jeanine Michna-Bales.
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The Life and Legacy of Col. Charles Young
Charles Young was the most highly decorated African-American military officer of his time, the first black U.S. National Park superintendent and a professor at Ohio’s Wilberforce University.
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Kingwood Center Gardens, Mansfield
A beautiful 47-acre property beckons visitors with its lush grounds and historic mansion.
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How Kenyon College Preserved Its Rural Feel
Since 1824, the school has been located in the quiet of the countryside. For two decades, the Philander Chase Conservancy has been working to keep it that way.
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Explore the Past at the Merry-Go-Round Museum
This Sandusky museum traces the golden age of carousels and the craftsmen and styles that defined the era.
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Ross County’s Ancient Earthworks
These sites in Ross County offer a glimpse into the lives of those who first called Ohio home.
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Heritage of Faith
Visit Ohio’s religious centers and museums for insights into the diverse beliefs of the people who settled our state.
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Boxer Davey Moore and the Fight that Shook the World
In 1963, Springfield resident Davey Moore took part in a boxing match that garnered the attention of California’s governor, Pope John XXIII and a 21-year-old known as Bob Dylan.
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How Springfield Saved its Frank Lloyd Wright Home
The Westcott House went through modifications that marred the architect’s original vision and decades of dilapidation before a community effort brought it back to its original splendor.
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The Woodward Opera House, Mount Vernon
Downtown’s historic opera house shines again following a $22.5 million renovation effort spanning more than two decades.
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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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4 Ohio Scenic Byways to Drive This Summer
Our state has 27 designated scenic routes that are perfect for summer road trips. These four across Ohio offer a glimpse into history and opportunities for outdoor recreation.
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Akron: Outdoor Fun & Tourist Trails
These favorites throughout Summit County allow travelers to embrace history and nature. Plus, there is great coffee, craft beer and vintage shopping along the way.
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Entertrainment Junction, West Chester
Billed as the home of the world’s largest model train display, this Butler County destination immerses visitors in America’s railroading history.
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