On a visit to see my parents about 20 years ago, they had The Shawshank Redemption playing on their television. I hadn’t even heard of the movie. Forrest Gump was the big deal at the time. As I stood at my parent’s door watching this movie, never even sitting down, Shawshank Redemption became my favorite instantly. This movie had it all to me, the music, cast of characters, plot and great friendship, to me these things make the movie real. Little did I realize that I’d propose to my girlfriend as we traveled The Shawshank Trail in Mansfield, Ohio....
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NASA Super Guppy Arrives at Mansfield Lahm
Mayor Tim Theaker announced NASA’s Super Guppy will make its first appearance in Mansfield, Ohio on Tuesday, November 3, 2015 between 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at the Mansfield Lahm Airport. The aircraft will be stationed in a location where the general public can view the plane following its arrival. Spectators are asked to enter the viewing area through the Airport Terminal Building. See details about the Super Guppy here....
Offer Extras for Group Tours to Gain Exposure
The Mansfield/Richland County CVB has a long tradition working with the Group Tour market. Watching motorcoaches pull into area attractions and hotels makes CVB Group Tour Director Jodie Snavely very happy. While some cities stopped pursuing this market, Mansfield continued to cultivate the long-standing relationships we had built over the years. We are currently engaging Tour Operators to bring their groups to experience The Shawshank Trail, among other area favorites, said Snavely. She also emphasized, It is those extra goodies you offer to tour groups that can make you stand out from your competitors and make a trip memorable. Here are some fun ideas to consider:...
FALL TOURISM TOP TEN
The leaves are changing! Fabulous fall is here and Mansfield and Richland County Ohio fill the sunny crisp days and cool nights with all your favorites. Click here to plan ahead for peak color with the fall color map. Traditional fall festivals, outdoor exploration, and of course the haunted and scary are all here. Get them on your calendar before fall slips away. Here’s our Fall Tourism Top Ten....
Fall Outdoor Adventures Await
The changing of the leaves in fall in preparation for winter, brings a flood of memories of the seasonal changes and why I love Ohio in fall. Something about sitting around a warm campfire, eating fall food favorites and walking in the woods hearing the leaves crunch beneath your shoes, invigorates the body and soul. Learn more from Guest Blogger Louis Andres, Park Specialist, Pleasant Hill Lake Park about fall in the great outdoors....
CVB Events Calendar Gets Targeted Search
The Mansfield/Richland County Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) announced new improvements in the promotion and accessibility of events on its website, MansfieldTourism.com. The widely used Calendar of Events (COE) now includes a search feature to make accessing specific dates faster. “The improvements are part of the CVB’s overall mobile strategy and Strategic Planning Process to increase the organization’s effectiveness in achieving its mission to promote and develop our County’s tourism product to attract and retain money for the local economy”, according to Bureau President Lee Tasseff. “The easier and smarter we make our tools, the better for the visitor and ultimately the community.”...
Shawshank Trail and Haunted Mansfield Souvenirs Sought For Fans
For the past several years, members of the Mansfeild/Richland County Convention & Visitors Bureau have offered Shawshank-themed souvenirs to visitors and fans coming to see the 14 filming sites from The Shawshank Redemption movie. We are also reaching out to our members to participate in offering a themed souvenir for Haunted Mansfield. Haunted Mansfield is a tourism product geared towards paranormal investigators coming to the area. ...
Take the Visitor Research Survey
The Mansfield/Richland County Convention & Visitors Bureau is conducting a visitor research project during the next two weeks.
We’d love to hear from you! Your opinion is important and will be used to make Mansfield/Richland County an even better destination to visit....
Late Summer Tourism Ten
With summer slipping away from us here in Mansfield/Richland County, Ohio, make sure you don’t let some of the area’s simple pleasures and one-of-a-kind spots miss your calendar. See what’s missing from your summer plans or get new ideas to share with family and friends. The CVB would love to hear your summer favorites too....
Mid Ohio School offers special Driving School to benefit Nationwide Children’s Hospital
For anyone who has always wanted to drive on the track at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, now is your change.
On August 20th, the Mid Ohio School will offer a special opportunity to expereince a driving school at a discounted rate and the proceeds go to the Nationwide Children’s Hospital. ...