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Ash Cave Provides a Handicapped Accessible Hike in Ohio

June 14, 2022May 31, 2022findingohio

Ash Cave provides a handicapped accessible hike in Ohio. The short route and wide, paved trail will allow everyone to see the cave.

Exploring Cincinnati’s American Sign Museum

June 7, 2022May 30, 2022findingohio

The American Sign Museum in Cincinnati is a small museum that you can explore in an hour. Enjoy browsing 100 years of commercial signs.

Exploring the Portsmouth Flood Wall Mural

May 31, 2022May 30, 2022findingohio

Spend an afternoon exploring the Portsmouth flood wall mural in Ohio. It’s 20 feet tall and 3/4 mile long and tells the story of the city.

Baby lamb on a background of green grass

Visiting the Farm at Slate Run

May 24, 2022May 16, 2022findingohio

If you’re looking for a great free activity in Central Ohio, check out Slate Run Living Historical Farm. Interested in history? You’ll get to experience a working farm from the 1880s. Your children will love helping with chores and visiting the animals. And the best thing? Your visit is entirely free!

a young woman and her dog pose on a bridge while hiking

Enjoying the Hocking Hills with Dogs

May 17, 2022May 16, 2022findingohio

Hiking the Hocking Hills with dogs is a great way to explore the park. You’ll need to make sure you’re prepared. Bring plenty of water and towels and read up on the rules ahead of time. But your pup will enjoy hiking as much as you do!

flowers in front of a brightly painted wall

Groovy Plants Ranch

May 10, 2022May 9, 2022findingohio

Groovy Plants Ranch is near Marengo, Ohio, just north of Columbus. They have a large selection of plants, lots of things to see and backgrounds perfect for your Instagram feed!

Time Served at the Ohio Reformatory

May 3, 2022April 26, 2022findingohio

If you enjoyed The Shawshank Redemption, you’ll appreciate a visit to the Ohio Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio. Much of the movie was filmed at the prison and in the area surrounding it. In total, there were five Hollywood movies and a number of music videos filmed at the prison. Learn about the filming and history of the prison. You can even take a ghost tour.

50th Season of Tecumseh Outdoor Drama

April 26, 2022April 26, 2022findingohio

The outdoor drama Tecumseh is in its 50th season near Chillicothe, Ohio. The drama portrays the life of Shawnee chief Tecumseh and his brother Tenskwatawa as they prepare to unite the Indian tribes against the settlers that were moving into their territory.