The Ohio State Reformatory's new escape rooms, located on the 3rd floor of the administrative area of the Reformatory opened in late 2024 and currently include two themed escape rooms, with a third planning to open in 2026. "Escape from Shawshank" is a Shawshank Redemption themed escape room. Can you escape your cell, dig up...
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A group of brick row houses, standing directly across the road from the Ohio State Reformatory, now house short-term rentals managed by the Reformatory. Available as whole-home rentals, each unit has at least two bedrooms and can sleep 4-6. Now known as "Hancock Heights", this neighborhood was once owned by the family of the original...
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Once a bank in our hometown village of Lexington, the Teller Building was conceived as a gathering place. It is a destination that serves our community with central accommodations, office space, craft cocktails, and innovative American cuisine. A Luxury Lodging experience: Found in the heart of historic Lexington, we know that comfort and a sense…
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The Ohio Civil War Show will be held at the Richland County Fairgrounds. Seven buildings with 750 Tables of Military Items, Relics, and Memorabilia from 1785-1945. Buy, Sell, or Trade! May 4-5, 2024 May 3-4, 2025 May 2-3, 2026 May 1-2, 2027 May 6-7, 2028 Find more information on their web site- https://ohiocivilwarshow.com/wp/
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Located at the Historic Ohio State Reformatory, this museum honors the industrial excellence of North Central Ohio past and present. Operating the same hours at the Reformatory and price is included in admission to the Reformatory: Winter: January 7 to March 31, Thursday – Sunday, 11am to 4pm. Spring/Summer/Fall: April 1 to December 20, 7…
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The RichHistory Alliance is a collaborative effort representing varied historical organizations in Richland County. Members include museums, historical and genealogical societies, parks, libraries, and veteran organizations. We work together to increase public awareness of our local history for all of Richland County as well as bringing people from outside our region to learn and...
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South Park, located at 100 Brinkerhoff Ave. in Mansfield, Ohio, spans approximately 35 acres. This park is a hub for historical and summer activities and features an outdoor pavilion with a kitchen available for rent, a gazebo, walking trails, a playground, and open green spaces. It also includes a historical village and monuments honoring local...
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An interactive, play-based children's museum with two floors full of adventure! Let younger kids explore & discover the first floor while the older kids compete and experience the now-open second floor! Ages 2+ and fun for the whole family! Step Inside the Newly Reimagined Buckeye Imagination MuseumEnter a world of play with over 40 colorful hands-on...
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LIFE IS BETTER AT THE LAKE Family friendly 2,200 acre lake/park with plenty of activities for all ages. Pleasant Hill Lake Park is the perfect family getaway destination! Entertainment and activities are planned Memorial Day through Labor Day to keep the entire family engaged. Special themed events, fireworks, nature programs, live music, kayaking tours, on...
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OverviewThe Shawshank TrailHaunted MansfieldGroupsMeetingsOverview With the cornerstone laid in 1886, the castle-like prison was designed for young, first time offenders to provide rehabilitation. Abandoned in 1990, the original cell blocks and administration areas remain intact and continued restoration is ongoing. Six major motion pictures have been filmed on location including "The Shawshank Redemption" and "Air...
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