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Tourism Excellence Recognized by Convention & Visitors Bureau
The Mansfield/Richland County Convention and Visitors Bureau (M/RCVB) recognized Excellence in Tourism at its Annual Meeting, held May 18 in the Ohio Brass Central Guard Room at the Ohio State Reformatory. Four new members were inducted into the Tourism Hall of Fame. It was a strategic year in 2015 for the local tourism industry and our Convention & Visitors Bureau. The organization took the time to take stock of where the Bureau has been and strategize how to better effect the overall economic development and to become a strong partner. The environment is well-suited for more collaboration on things that move the community forward and we are happy to be a part of it.
In addition to producing a comprehensive two-year plan, highlights for 2015 included helping establish the Shawshank Hustle, the popular Wine & Ale Trail, invested in the Brickyard Stage project, conducting visitor research and reaping the rewards of the national PR. ...
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Destination Mansfield–Richland County Recognizes Tourism Excellence
Destination Mansfield – Richland County held its 2019 Annual Meeting on May 1, 2019, at the Mid-Ohio Conference Center. The event was presented by Alta Florist & Greenhouse and Avita Health System. From a major concert to a group of local museums, we congratulate the five honorees who were recognized for their contributions to Richland County’s tourism industry. And the Tourism Award of Excellence Winners for 2019 are…...
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Murderous Good Fun coming to Ohio State Reformatory
Everybody loves a good mystery. From classic characters like Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot, to modern day tv shows like Psych and CSI, mysteries are making a huge splash in pop culture. This is seen in the rise of popularity of murder mystery pa...
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October Happenings & Events
Kingwood Center Gardens undergoes a fall transformation, the Mansfield Art Center hosts the first annual Crow Festival, and the much-anticipated Escape from Blood Prison opens as the only haunted house held in a real prison. Whether you’re seeking wholesome family fun or all things that go bump in the night, you’ll find it in this…
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Ohio State Reformatory announces 2012 Ghost Hunt dates
Mansfield, Ohio , The infamous Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield, Ohio has announced dates for the 2012 Ghost Hunts® and Ghost Walks®. The popular overni...
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Some Things We’re Famous For…
Many people know about Mansfield’s deep roots in Hollywood, history, and hauntings, but the list of places and events that set this city apart sprawls far beyond these three categories. A talented robot, a biblical wax museum, and a hand-carved carrousel are just some of the attractions! Mansfield is undeniably special, but if you need more evidence as to why read on!...
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Shawshank Reunion a Big Hit
Shawshank fans descended upon Mansfield, Ashland and Upper Sandusky, Ohio for the 20-Year Reunion on August 30-September 1. The Reunion drew over 4,000 people from…...
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Things We’re Famous For: The Mansfield Effect
These people and ideas that emerged from Mansfield have gone on to change the world. Big-time Hollywood producers. Pulitzer Prize-winning authors. Mega-stars of motorsports. Innovations like America’s first walking and talking robot and Ohio’s first ski resort. These and other powerful stories are part of Mansfield’s heritage. It’s your turn to discover everything we’re famous for....
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