Ohio: Attractions

Museum of Ceramics - Ohio Historical Society: The East Liverpool Museum of Ceramics houses an extensive collection of utilitarian and artistic wares produced by America's Crockery City. Located at 400 East 5th Street, East Liverpool. Telephone: (330) 386-6001.

Historic Fort Steuben: Originally built in 1787, Fort Steuben opened the door to the Northwest Territory as it protected government surveyors plotting the first Seven Ranges. Located on Third Street in Steubenville. Telephone: (740) 283-1787.

Great Western Schoolhouse: Built in 1870 and known as the "Little Red Schoolhouse," it was used until 1952. Located on the Ohio University's Eastern Campus off U.S. Rte. 40, west of St. Clairsville. Telephone: (800) 356-5082.

Hannibal Locks and Dam: The Visitor's Center features a unique wicket dam and maneuver boat that depict the history of navigation on the Ohio River. Located on S.R. 7 in Monroe County. Telephone: (740) 483-2305.

Campus Martius Museum: The Ohio Historical Society's Northwest Territory and Ohio River museums with the only surviving steam powered towboat. Located at 601 Second Street in Marietta. Telephone: (800) 860-0145.

Hocking Valley Scenic Railway: Climb aboard an old-time passenger train for a leisurely ride in the beautiful Hocking Hills. The trains run on weekends (Memorial Day weekend - October). Located at the Canal Street Depot on S.R. 33 in Nelsonville. Telephone: (800) 967-7834.

Meigs County Courthouse: This unique three-story courthouse was built on a hillside with a ground entrance on each level. Located in downtown Pomeroy. Telephone: (740) 992-2239.

Bob Evans Farm: A beautiful country setting of nearly 1,000 rolling acres awaits visitors here. Visit the Homestead museum, craft barn and restaurant. Located on S.R. 588 west of Gallipolis. Telephone: (740) 245-5305.

Historic Home Tour: The iron industry created great wealth in the Ironton areas as shown in the attractive homes and churches on this tour. Tour perimeter is 4th St., 7th St., Lawrence St., and Jefferson St. in Ironton. Telephone: (740) 377-4550.

Lawrence County Museum: Col. George N. Gray House, built 1870, Ironton.

Portsmouth Murals: Walk the 2,000 feet of amazing artwork along the floodwall on Front Street. Located in the historic Boneyfiddle District of downtown Portsmouth in Adams County. Telephone: (740) 353-1116.

Serpent Mound: View the largest serpent mound effigy in the world. Located 36 miles northeast of Portsmouth on S.R. 73. Telephone: (937) 587-2796.

Rankin House: This landmark was the home of minister John Rankin, one of Ohio's first and most active Underground Railroad "conductors." Located on Rankin Road atop Liberty Hill in Ripley. Telephone: (937) 392-1627.

U.S. Grant's Birthplace: Ulysses S. Grant, 18th President of the United States and Union General, was born on April 27, 1822, in beautiful Point Pleasant. The cottage has been restored. Located on S.R. 232 in Pt. Pleasant. Telephone: (513) 553-4911.

Cincinnati Reds: Tickets for Reds games at Great American Ball Park are available by calling their toll-free number: (877) 647-REDS.

Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden: Exhibits more than 500 animal species and 3,000 types of plants on 75 acres. 3400 Vine St., Avondale Telephone: 513-281-4700.

Coney Island: More than 50 classic rides and attractions. 6201 Kellogg Ave., Cincinnati. Telephone: 513-232-8230.

National Underground Railroad Freedom Center: Stands as a monument to freedom. It brings to life the importance, and relevance, of struggles foor freedom around the world and throughout history. Located at 50 East Freedom Way, Cincinnati. Telephone: (877) 648-4838.

Paramount's Kings Island: This 364-acre theme and water park is located just north of Cincinnati, Ohio on I-71. The largest theme and water park in the Midwest. Telephone: (513) 754-5725.