Originally built in 1852, the Buckeye furnace is one of those old iron furnaces that played a major role in the development of the iron businesses. It is a matter of great pride of every citizen of Ohio that such a thing has been preserved for the posterity. It definitely adds to the rich history [...]
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THE NEIL ARMSTRONG AIR & SPACE MUSEUM
The name itself suggests that this museum has been named after Neil Armstrong, the first man to set his foot on moon. Located in Wapakoneta, this museum holds out the story of Ohio’s role in the history of the journey to space. This museum attracts many tourists every year. A lot among them are students [...]
Fort Amanda
Fort Amanda was originally built under the command of Lt. Col. Robert Pogue during the fall of the Kentucky troops in 1812. In 1813, this fort was increased to almost double its size under the command of Capt. Daniel Hosbrook. During the second phase of construction, a fifth blockhouse was added along with many cabins [...]
The Ohio Village, Columbus
Designed to recreate the flavor of the typical county-seat town of mid-nineteenth Ohio, at the time of the Civil War, the Ohio Village is adjacent to the Ohio Historical Center in Columbus. It remains open since then to all school students, tourists & even special public & private events. Various events are organized all through [...]
Harrison’s Tomb in Ohio
Remembered mostly as a military hero, William Henry Harrison commanded the western army in the war of 1812. He had spent most of his life in Ohio & Indiana. History shows that he had performed varied actions, such as that of a secretary to the governor of the territory. This apart, he was also a [...]
THE MIAMISBURG MOUND
Recorded to be the largest conical mound in the state of Ohio & also in the eastern part of the United States of America, the Miamisburg Mound is a pre-historic construction. Archeological survey suggests that it was probably constructed by the Adena Indians sometime between 800BC – 100AD. This construction was built on a 100ft [...]
THE LOCKINGTON LOCKS
The Lockington Locks are the most amazing structure that still exists on the Miami & the Erie canal. They remain mostly in their original condition, recalling the past days of a flourishing Ohio when canals were in great use. The Lockington Locks is among the best-maintained structures on this canal. Opened in 1845, the main [...]
SERPENT MOUND
Located atop the Bush Creek Valley, the Serpent Mound spreads over a quarter of a mile. It is the largest & the finest serpent effigy in the United States of America. A Harvard University archeologist Frederic Ward Putnam excavated the Serpent Mound in the in the later half of the nineteenth century. It was he [...]
THE ASHTABULA MALL
It is well known that Ohio is a shopping paradise. Among myriad of shopping centers, the Ashtabula Mall is one of the best, if not the best. It is located on the northern side of Ridge East, Unit # 700. You will probably have the best experience of your life while shopping out here. The [...]
THE AKRON ART MUSEUM
Akron Art Museum There are many museums in Ohio. A visit to all of them can be the experience of a lifetime. Each of them is unique when it comes to their collection of relics. The Akron Art Museum is one of the best museums in Ohio. Entry to the Akron Art Museum is charged [...]
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