Johnny Appleseed Historic Byway Traveling Exhibit

Join us on a journey through time as we celebrate the life and legacy of Johnny Appleseed. The Johnny Appleseed Historic Byway traveling exhibit will launch April 2024, coinciding with Arbor Day apple tree planting, and will run until March 2025, marking the anniversary of his death. The exhibit will be open to the public...

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Johnny Appleseed Historic Byway Events

In 2024, the Johnny Appleseed Historic Byway will celebrate the 250th birthday of John “Appleseed” Chapman with a series of events that will highlight the attractions and activities that the byway offers to travelers. These include the Loudonville log cabin, Malabar Farm State Park, local parks, South Park’s Pioneer Log Cabin, Blacksmith, Woodworking Cabins, and...

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Mowery Cider Mill

Family owed and operated apple cider pressing.  Just off the State Route 39 along the Johnny Appleseed Historic Byway.  Ohio fresh apples, cider, popcorn, candy, assorted snacks and drinks. 

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Amber Rays of Autumn Itinerary

Amber Rays of Autumn Malabar FarmTour Malabar Farm’s Big House and enjoy a fall wagon ride. Humphrey Bogart, longtime friend of Louis Bromfield, picked Malabar for his wedding to actress Lauren Bacall. A guided tour of his home and the famous Hollywood couple’s wedding & honeymoon rooms are seen as well as the very same...

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Eats and Treats for Foodies

Eats and Treats for Foodies Eating.  Everyone's favorite past time!  Try local marcelled chips, apple and blueberry doughnuts, and wine. Jones Potato Chip Co.Jones’ has been making unique tasting potato chips as a local favorite in the 1940's and now have fans throughout the world. Stop by their Retail Store to buy the freshest chips...

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Sunflower Patches

Enjoy strolling the cheery, bright blooms of local sunflower patches in Mansfield and Richland County.  Find your prime spot for the perfect summer backdrop for photographic opportunities and even proposals. Don't forget your camera! Burton Park on Sunset Blvd., Mansfield. Evelyn's Sunflower Patch at The Blueberry Patch. Field of Grace at J & J Rietschlin...

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Comfort Inn Splash Harbor

The Comfort Inn Splash Harbor is home to the newly opened Splash Harbor water park, featuring a 49-foot looping water slide, dumping buckets, shooting geysers, two hot t

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Appleseed Traveling Exhibit Locations

Where to find the Johnny Appleseed Traveling Exhibit throughout the year.  March 11 – April 21, 2024 Mansfield Richland County Public Library 43 W. Third Street Mansfield, OH 44902     PH (419) 521-3100 Main Branch and other branches Call for locations and hours at 419-521-3100 April 19 – May 12, 2024 Kingwood Center Gardens 50 North…

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Why We Love Fall Traditions!

Cool temperatures and the crunch of leaves underfoot. Pumpkins and apples baked into pies. Hayrides, corn mazes, and warm cider. When we just talk about fall, you can smell it, can’t you? We love our fall traditions here in Richland County because they remind us to slow down during the busyness of the back-to-school season. We all have memories of fall, and each year the season invites us to make new ones with family activities, delicious treats, and Halloween thrills....

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