Thank you to those who have returned to check out the second part of my very long list of Ohio attractions, you can skip the next paragraph! For those who missed the first part of my list,you should read the next paragraph. It explains what this list is all about. Thank you to you as well!
If you have
been following me on instagram @krisofohio, you have seen my daily
posts since the first day of spring. I have posted a month's worth of
cool places and things in Ohio using #101CoolPlacesAndThingsInOhio.
These posts have included Ohio attractions that have made World and
National best lists, places off the beaten path and exceptional Ohio
brands. I have 71 days of posts left to go. This is where I plan to slow
it down. I have posted a good portion of my favorite places and things
in Ohio, but now I need to do some more exploring. On this post you will
find the second group of ten attractions from my list and I will be adding to my list
throughout the rest of the year. Feel free to help me with
suggestions to complete the list. Leave your favorite Ohio
attractions in my comments and they may just make my list. To the Ohio
tourist, whether you are visiting from out of state or a resident
exploring your home state, there is so much to do in Ohio. Use my list
to start your Ohio adventure. I have posted only places I have experienced and all photos are mine unless otherwise specified.
Happy Exploring!
Kris,
Columbus Idea Foundry
421 W. State Street
Columbus, OH 43215
421 W. State Street
Columbus, OH 43215
The company is based here in Ohio but have managed to provide escape adventures to many cities in the U.S and even a few cities abroad. This tells me, that people are excited about alternative options for entertainment. Something creative! If you want a different kind of date, special occasion activity or team building exercise; allow yourself to be locked in a room with a zombie that is chained to a wall with an hour to escape. Every five minutes the zombie's chain is released a foot until he or she is able to reach you in the last moments of that hour. That is, only if you aren't able to escape before then. Are you smarter than a zombie? Check out this show to see!
301 Jackson Street
Sandusky,Ohio 44870
419.626.6111
Celebrating their 25th anniversary this year, this is one of the most beautiful museums in Ohio! Inside a former post office, built in the 1920s, you will find a collection of carousel animals including pieces from Cedar Point's past. The museum also has a collection of items that belonged to renowned carousel artist, Gustav Dentzel.The museum featured four carousal deer in the White House during the holidays, last year. A carousel ride is included with your ticket.
13. Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream
Jeni's ice cream isn't just a treat, it is just a part of the daily lives of Columbus folk. Her stores are everywhere and when you think about ice cream, that is the place you go. Lines are around the corner all year long because she provides a culinary experience. The flavor combinations are interesting and unique and the Food Network's show 'The Best Thing I Ever Ate' agrees. This is not only one of the best ice cream spots in Ohio, it is possibly one of the best in the United States. She has stores in seven cities in six states.
14. The Warren G. Harding Home & Memorial
The Harding Home
380 Mt. Vernon Ave
Marion, Ohio 43302
740.387.9630
800.600.6894
The Harding Memorial
Delaware Ave
The home and memorial of the 29th President of the United States is in Marion, Ohio. The home contains 5,000 original items used by the Harding family, including 300 items from the White House. The memorial is a Greek Ionic colonnade made of marble. It is the largest memorial to a president outside of Washington DC. At night it glows.
15. Slate Run Historical Farm
1375 State Route 674 N.
Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110
The park is part of the Metro Parks system of Central Ohio. When you visit the park, you are stepping back into the 1880s. The staff dresses in period clothing and farm chores are done as they were during that period of life. The farm includes many of the normal farm animals such as horses, cows, hogs and turkeys. There is a Gothic Revival farmhouse from 1856 that was restored to fit the era. Sign up to participate in weekly programs on the farm to get the best experience. The programs offer a hands on experience as a farmer for a day: feeding the animals, herding the sheep and whatever else needs to be done on a particular day.
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16. Glacial Grooves State Memorial
Kelley's Island
Located on the north side of Kelley's Island, is the largest accessible example of glacial grooves left in the world. It measures 400ft long by 35ft wide. The native limestone contains marine fossils, some of which are 400 million years old. If you visit Kelley's Island, take a golf cart or bicycle to check out the natural wonder.
South Bass Island
This tourist spot has been welcoming visitors for over 100 years. In the 1800s it served as a base for Oliver Hazzard Perry. Besides it's ties to the War of 1812, it is also a cool place because of what it has to offer to all types of tourists. During the day, families can partake in activities like miniature golfing, butterfly watching or spelunking. At night PIB comes to life and the partying begins. People can bar hop at least a dozen bar including the Beer Barrel Saloon (the longest bar in the world). Take a short ferry ride and you are there!
18. Young's Jersey Dairy
6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
937.325.0629
This is one of my personal favorite ice cream destinations because the ice cream is made from a 15% butterfat mix. This is higher butterfat mixture than most use, so the product is richer in taste. It is made at the dairy farm in Yellow Springs, Ohio. The place offers two food option. The Dairy Store serves burgers and fried cheese curds or you can get country style dishes like buttermilk chicken and beef and noodles at The Golden Jersey Inn. This is a great place to spend the day with the family because there is plenty to do. You can utilize the batting cages, driving range and play miniature golf. There are also kiddie rides and a petting zoo where you can feed farm animals.
19. Wyandot Popcorn Museum
169 E. Church St.
Marion, OH 43302
740.387.4255
This museum is very unique because it is all about popcorn history. At this museum you will find the largest collection of popcorn poppers and peanut roasters, specifically the largest collection of restored popcorn antiques. The museum is one of two popcorn museums in the world. It is located under a circus tent inside Marion's Heritage Hall. A free box of popcorn come with admission.
20. AMA Motorcycle Hall Of Fame
13515 Yarmouth Dr.
Pickerington, Ohio 43147
614.856.2222
If you love motorcycles, this museum is all about motorcycle history. The exhibits include: bikes from the oldest U.S motorcycle brand (Indian Motorcycles), a section on Evil Knievel including a replica of his Harley Davidson and a police motorcycle from the movie Terminator 2. You can view the very first motorcycles built to recent electric models. There is a biker inspired art exhibit that ends early May.
I have covered twenty places from my list. I will post the next ten tomorrow. If you are interested in checking out the rest of my list before then, follow me or visit my instagram page @krisofohio. You can also look up #101CoolPlacesAndThingsInOhio in the instagram hashtag search.
Be blessed! Be free! Be Adventurous!
Kris,
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