30 years ago I came to several art classes here and have wonderful memories of the experience. 15…read more(+) years ago I had my wedding here. The art center is a pretty important part of my personal history. We returned for a quick weekend and stopped into their holiday shop which was wonderful and picked up some unique Christmas gifts. The art center has built additional event and classroom space and continues to be an important part of the community. If you're looking for beautiful gifts, please stop in. If you just want to wander through an interesting space, please stop in. The Richland Art Center is a bastion of the arts for the local community and is a must see!

The Mansfield Art Center is such a great resource for the community. It's part art gallery, part…read moreart educational facility. The art gallery is free and open to the public to browse and take in the art, and the classes that you can take here are varied and not super expensive. My family and I visited from out of town to tour the facility and peek into the gallery, but if I lived in the area, I would totally take advantage of the classes here. They offer glass blowing, ceramics, stained glass, oil painting, jewelry making, watercolor paining and lots more. The work space they have set up for classes is bright and airy, and there are lots of materials everywhere in the organized space. They have kilns and ovens for creating pottery and glass pieces, and the whole area is just super conducive to creativity. They have rotating exhibits that feature local and not-so-local artists, in a gallery that with everything from paintings to sculptures. It's a great space to just wander around and get inspired.

Great store easy to shop!! You can always find the gift you…read moreare looking for. Super nice ladies work there.

I just love this store. If I ever need a special gift for someone (or myself) I come here. The…read morestaff is always so friendly and helpful. They carry all kinds of locally made and unique items. Always a fantastic shopping experience.

It's so great to have a Gallery right in my neighborhood! And it's in a beautiful historic home?!…read moreTalk about a double win! It's free and totally worth a visit. The person there is very sweet and the art changes on a regular basis.

From the owner: The mission of the Dayton Society of Artists is to connect, support, and educate artists and the…read morecommunity. The exhibition calendar includes seven exhibitions a year that are free and open to the public with opening receptions on the first Friday of the month.

The other reviewer covered the basics, so I'll tell you what makes this museum unique in my…read moreopinion. While at first glance it may be mistaken for just your average railroad station museum, the reality is it has a very unique reputation for having one of the finest collections of items specifically related to the once ubiquitous Railroad interlocking tower. Specifically, it has one of the largest collections of preserved interlocking tower manipulation boards in the county on display, all from Ohio and many of which come from towers that were torn down decades ago. They also have a better than average gift shop for the railroad enthusiast, With the ability to purchase actual historic railroad passenger time tables, paperwork and other items that are surplus to the collection, as well as back issues of many of the most popular Railway magazines, including Trains, Railfan and Railroad and others. In short, if your into rail history and want to see some truly unique items, you won't be disappointed.

There is no entrance fee but donations are requested. A nice little collection of Erie related…read moreartifacts plus a number of switch boards from some interlocking towers. These folks have done a great job getting the station so that it is presentable. Outside, the station is surrounded on two sides by 8 crossing diamonds and one can sit on the benches and watch the freight just pass. This is a VERY unique railfan site.

The Art Center is a gem--uplifting energy, talented instructors, and a beautifully curated space…read more Perfect for sparking creativity. Can't recommend it enough.

From the owner: The Crawford County Art Center is a retail and display art gallery, classroom, and event space…read morelocated in the heart of beautiful Bucyrus, Ohio at 117 N Sandusky Ave. In addition to our Art Center, we facilitate creative opportunities throughout the Crawford County community including Galion, Crestline, and New Washington. We welcome artists and visitors from everywhere including our neighboring counties like Marion, Wyandot, Seneca, Richland, Morrow, Ashland, and Delaware. The 501(c)3 nonprofit Crawford County Arts Council serves as our governing board of directors.

I've been following Mac Worthington's work on FB and finally made it in to the gallery this…read moreevening. Tonight was the opening of his spring collection exhibition and it was as if a rainbow of color came to life. As flowers are synonymous with the season, they were in abundance to be sure. The color was a vivid and brilliant mix in both hue and height. In addition to the floral pieces, there were plenty of abstract cityscapes from Columbus and beyond. In addition to the canvas options, you can also buy prints of assorted paintings for $25 and up, which is what I opted to do. We went on a Friday evening so plenty of metered parking was available.

Worth the drive to visit Mac's property of endless art. He continues to prove his creativity and…read morerelevancy over the many years as one of the most influencing artists in Ohio. Treat yourself to a visit!

The kids kept asking to come here, so we finally did. Good…read moreplace for families, and it was pretty busy when we went. The lighting made me a little dizzy afterward, but the kids had a good time.

While visiting the Columbus a group of us decided to come by to check out Otherworld and it did not…read moredisappoint! The place was in a shopping center that seemed pretty empty but once we got inside it was like we entered another world. The place wasn't too packed and there was one worker at the front who was really sweet and patient with our group. They also allowed me to do a tour of the game area which I appreciated. There was a little something for everyone, adults and kids included. From the time we walked in we were met with room after room filled with interactive exhibits which we enjoyed. I don't want to give too much away as I don't want to ruin the surprise but I definitely recommend checking it out! The tickets were a bit pricey but after seeing everything inside I didn't feel too bad about paying so much. If you find yourself in the area, you should definitely make your way out to see them!

We visited here after dinner at Schmidt's. This was a perfect place for us to come on our first…read morevisit to Columbus. They have a lovely selection of gifts made by Ohio artisans, including wall Art, jewelry, Christmas ornaments, and cards. The service was good and helpful. We found a souvenir ornament made by an Ohio artist.

This is my second time to the red stable, and I enjoyed it just as much as the first time. The…read moreselection of Ohio local artistry shines. The person working behind the counter was so friendly and helpful to everyone. This store is worth a stop if you're in German Village. Don't miss out on some of the incredible artistry items. You can find a special gift for anyone.

Marcia Evans Gallery is wonderful gallery in the Short North Columbus neighborhood…read more A friend and I have visited Marcia's gallery for a number of years, as we've stayed at the B&B nearby and we always stop by when we're in Columbus for an afternoon, as she's always so friendly and welcoming, but also allows you to take time to view and take in the art in the gallery. She has rotating group of artists in the gallery and one of our favorites is Annette Poitau, her colorful abstract art with vibrant colors and just the right amount of varnish are remarkable pieces. This past Saturday finally one of Annette's pieces called my name and proud to purchase and bring a piece home. The art in the gallery is affordable and variety of sizes, from pieces you could put on an office desk, to main focal point in a home or business. Marcia's gallery is a must while you're in Short North!

Wonderful little gallery with a warm atmosphere and a new show every month. Follow Marcia on social…read moremedia to get word about her opening nights where she has been known to provide tasty goodies, wine and live music.

it allowed me to give people an idea of my art and i'm looking for a place to have my art hung on…read morebeautiful walls that let alot of people look at my art .and decide if they like what they see .kathy maxwell instagram 9828 kathy maxwell thank you for letting me show you some of my art .

HEDGE, housed inside 78th Street Studios, is one of the most innovative, vibrant and beautiful art…read moregalleries in the Cleveland area. The owner, Hilary Gent, provides contemporary space for emerging and professional artists to exhibit their work. Visiting HEDGE is a true experience. It's large, modern space beautifully curated by Hilary's thoughtful eye. Hilary consistently has new, groundbreaking exhibits, which will challenge you to think about art. Even if you think you "don't know about art," HEDGE's inclusiveness and friendly atmosphere will make you feel at home. For art collectors with more eclectic taste, HEDGE is your mecca. Hilary's curation brings in everything from lighting fixtures to acrylic paintings, drawings, textiles, and photography at affordable varying price ranges. I'm looking forward to seeing her current exhibition, THREADED, a textile art collection by three women artists. Hilary herself is also a brilliant artist, so take the time to observe her stuff! She's also a well-known event planner known for her chic, tasteful weddings within this space. If I ever get married, Hilary will be the first person I call. During the next Third Friday (when 78th Street Studios is open to the general public), head to Hilary's gallery for a great social hour, a glass of wine, and to meet other supremely interesting people. Her dog, Jack, will be waiting to greet you!