Kids Are Gonna Love

Places Your Kids are Gonna Love... From a fun and affordable children’s museum to beautiful natural destinations that put kids up close and personal with wildlife, Mansfield and Richland County offer a literal playground for families. Not only will your kids learn a lot while having a blast, but you will also create lasting memories...

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Tourism Award Winners

Tourism Award of Excellence Hall of Fame Since 2005, Destination Mansfield - Richland County has honored those members, individuals, events and partnerships that have demonstrated excellence and helped to propel our local tourism industry forward. We wanted to call attention to those who made major contributions to Richland County’s tourism industry and educate the public...

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Member Spotlight: Malabar Farm State Park

The historic home of author Louis Bromfield, Malabar Farm State Park, works to continue his legacy through promotion of conservation, agriculture and literature. During Mohican Wildlife Weekend in April, Malabar Farm hosts educational events concerning Ohio wildlife and promoting healthy activities with a 5K and guided hiking. Group hikes are regularly scheduled, but hiking trails are also open to the public all year and accommodate cross country skiers. Malabar Farm also offers educational programs about wildlife from barn animals to blue jays, and hosts tours of the Big House and farm. Popular events at Malabar Farm include Maple Syrup Days, Heritage Days, Hearthside Cooking Workshops, and Christmas at Malabar.The park is also known as the wedding site of Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall and the filming site of the opening scene of The Shawshank Redemption. ...

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Spring Events

Spring Events Maple Syrup Festival This free festival is a great opportunity for families and friends to step back in time, learn, and enjoy the history of Ohio syrup making at Malabar Farm State Park. 4050 Bromfield Road Lucas, OH 44843 419-892-2784 Mohican Wildlife Weekend Multiple Locations Ashland, Richland Counties, OH Ohio Civil War Show Seven buildings...

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Spring Tourism Top 10

Spring is almost here, and it is time to arise from your winter hibernation! The flowers are blooming, the temperatures are rising, conditions are right to enjoy the many outdoor activities available to us in our own backyard. The Mansfield/Richland County Convention & Visitors Bureau shares our Spring Tourism Top 10 to get you into spring mode!...

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April Happenings and Events

April showers are said to bring May flowers, but in Richland County, it’s a downpour of happenings and events this month! Our calendar is bursting with excitement – you won’t want to miss out on any of these phenomenal experiences. Grab a drink, explore our vibrant event lineup, and plan some memorable outings.  Better yet,…

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