If you didn’t get a chance to attend this year’s Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival (July 15-17, 2022) at the historic Ohio State Reformatory, here are a few articles to give you the authentic vibe of the event and some of the stories showing why fans loved the weekend. Inkcarceration, brought to Mansfield by promoter…
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July Happenings & Events
Summer is heating up and we have rounded up some of the most sizzling July happenings taking place in Mansfield and Richland County! July offers a rock legend art exhibit, a chance to break a line dance record, live motorsports, a music and tattoo festival, and favorite 4th of July celebrations all over the area….
May Happenings & Events
May has arrived to chase away the winter blues. Not only does it look like the warm weather is finally here to stay, but some of our favorite events have returned. You can look forward to the return of the popular barn dances at Malabar Farm State Park, races at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, the…
Mohican Wildlife Weekend
If you’re looking for a fun, family-friendly, and educational event, and let’s be honest, just want to get outdoors, you won’t want to miss the annual Mohican Wildlife Weekend. The 2022 weekend event takes place on April 22-24. The Mohican Wildlife Weekend has been held for over 20 years and continues to draw visitors from…
Art is the Heart of Richland County
Everywhere you look throughout Richland County, you’ll see that a love of the arts uplifts and enhances the community. Eager crowds gather to experience the work of local visual artists, musicians and performers at the region’s theaters, galleries and performance stages....
B&O Trail: The Gateway to Four Communities
The B&O Trail has been a local favorite of cyclists, joggers, in-line skaters, and even cross-country skiers since it first opened 25 years ago. This paved, 18.4-mile bike trail runs from Butler, in southern Richland County all the way to North Lake Park in Mansfield, gently winding its way through some of the most scenic parts of the area and through four distinct communities.
There are many places to start and pause your trek along the former path of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad, but the gentle inclines of the bike trail make cruising from one city to the next a breeze. Hop on and off the trail for dining, shopping, and attractions at each of these communities and discover their personalities for yourself....
Why We Love Camping!
It’s no secret, we love camping in Richland County. We love sitting by the fire, talking until the embers die out. We love camp coffee and restarting the fire on a cool morning. Everyone does camping a little different so we have several different places we love to camp in Richland County…...
A Day in Lexington: A Growing Community of Families
Founded in 1812, Lexington has been known locally as “A Growing Community of Families” for a long time. A great place to raise a family; the Lexington Local School District is rated highly year after year and the village is ranked the 15th safest community in the US in the category of under 5,000 residents. What started out as a bedroom community, has grown out of that classification with the addition of businesses large and small. Lexington Mayor, Brian White says of the village: “We’re still a Community of Families, but it’s not just about us.” The Lexington community sees themselves as part of the diverse tapestry of communities across Richland County. “We have to work together to move Richland County Forward.”...
Artists of Mansfield – Robin Shoup Wilson & Allison Pence
As new galleries continue to open, local artists are using this beautiful city to help inspire or showcase their artwork. One Mansfield local, Allison Pence, explained how “being downtown has helped with the art side of the business.” As you take a look around Mansfield, you are sure to see murals, showcases, or galleries featuring locals’ favorite artists. Robin Shoup Wilson and Allison Pence are two of the artists who help fill the city with beauty....
Haunts and Horrors to Fill Your Fall
Maybe it’s just the chill in the air, but this change in the seasons has us ready for some hair-raising, heart-pounding thrills. This fall, Mansfield and Richland County lives up to its reputation as the Haunted Capital of Ohio with events and activities that range from spooky to downright terrifying....