I wish I could write more about this building but because it's private you can only see the…read moreexterior. However I think it's still worth a stop if you're in the area. It's an absolutely beautiful house with charm, elegance and beautiful design. I can tell you that what you can see from the street is absolute craftsmanship.

I've walked by this mansion several times a week for years and I had no idea this piece of history…read morewas on Yelp. Would ya look at that?! Being that I live so closed, I've looked into its background and it's pretty cool. It's history is long and rather weird, starting way back in 1895 when circus owner Peter Sells asked a well known Columbus architect to build a home for his wife. This architect was Frank Packard and he designed the one-of-a-kind home with gothic, tudor, chateauesque styles mixed with his own personal flare, even adding circus-like touches throughout. Fun fact - This same architect build the Ohio Governor's Mansion, the Jeffrey Mansion, and at least one other in the city. The Sells mansion was on the market for quite some and it started to go a little down hill. However, it was finally purchased in 2020 and I've noticed the new owners are doing what they can to renovate and bring it back to life.

There are TWO Harding sites in Marion. There is the Harding Home Historical Site (Library and…read moreMuseum) which is about a mile from the Harding Memorial. If you're in town - be sure to visit both. The Harding Memorial is a stunning memorial and includes the burial sites for both Harding and his wife, Florence. Thie memorial rivals some of the more famous memorials in Washington, DC. There is no admission fee for the Harding Memorial.

William Harding was the 29th President of the United States and long time Marion, Ohio resident…read more The Harding Memorial is the burial site of President Harding and his wife Florence. It is also known as the Harding Tomb. This is one of the last elaborate presidential tombs ever made. The memorial is managed by the Ohio Historical Society. The circular marble structure is reminiscent of something out of ancient Greece. It has no roof in an effort to honor President Harding's wish to be buried in a simple grave under a tree and the stars. The memorial is the work of Henry Hombostel and Eric Wood. It was completed in 1927, but due to President Harding being marred by personal controversies and scandals at the time of his death, the Memorial was not officially dedicated until 1931 by President Herbert Hoover. It costed $783,103, which is approximately $15.3 million. It stands about 53 feet tall and has a diameter of 103 feet. The memorial is across from the Marion Cemetery and has a small private parking lot. The grounds are immaculate. It has a lot of green space and a small round structure at the base of the memorial that has informational placards about President Harding, his wife and his presidency/life. The President and First Lady's crypts are fenced off so visitors can not go up to them. You can easily view them through the fence though. There is not much to see on the backside of the memorial except the structure itself. This is not a very long stop but could easily be coupled with other nearby attractions such as the Harding Library, the Marion Cemetery, and/or the Marion Veterans Park to maximize your time.

It's a covered bridge! How can you give it a bad review? I mean, you shouldn't expect anything…read moremore than a covered bridge. I took a handful of pictures and just stood there enjoying the silence and the sound of the water and wind gently blowing on the mildly warm summer day. It's not really that far out of the way if you wanna see a covered bridge. And when I went, there wasn't much traffic on the roads both to and from the bridge to the nearest freeway. I am curious on just how cool this would look during the winter...but I guess I will never know.

I got lucky and saw the sign to this place and made my husband turn down the road. It's such a…read morebeautiful and well taken care of bridge. I enjoyed reading the review with the history of the bridge in it. The area all around it is so lovely. We didn't see anybody while we were there. I love the creek and all the crops. It's just so beautiful and peaceful there.

Just a basket. A large one that was built from the hands of employees from a past company. It…read moreresides in Dresden, Ohio. It used to be a tourist attraction for handmade baskets.

Impressive park that preserves "the Great Circle" which received a UNESCO World Heritage site…read moredesignation in 2023. I came here for a quick stop while driving to Columbus, OH in mid-June 2025 for a conference. Lot of pluses in visiting this park. First, it's an important ceremonial site built between 100BC and 400AD by the Hopewell Indians with a link to astronomical patterns. It was later used as a county fairground (which allowed it to be preserved). Second, parking is free and plentiful. Third, you can walk freely around the outdoor complex and read some of the signs and displays (the scale of the Great Circle is massive). Be sure to stay off the mounds. The only downside was that the museum was closed on a Monday. I did not see a restroom facility available when the museum was closed.

There is a nice welcome center that gives you a better understanding of the Earthworks and the…read morearea. We were fortunate to talk with Chris who was on staff there the day we went and he gave us a fantastic overview of the Earthworks in the area. There are signs throughout the area there that have information if the welcome center is closed.

the house has many original Sherman family items and the house itself has not changed much and is…read morein good shape. the upstairs has a museum about W. T. Sherman with many displays about Sherman's life and military career. our guide was excellent and you could tell he was very enthusiastic about Lancaster and Sherman. my husband and I would highly recommend this Museum.

Lancaster is such a lovely and quaint town full of history. The Sherman House Museumnis a gem on…read morethe Museum and History Tour circuit. General William Tecumseh Sherman grew up here and then lived in the home with his family. It has been lovingly restored with many of the families own belongings. Each tour is guided and narrated by a local knowledgeable docent. You get plenty of details about how they lived, who they socialized with, (Henry Clay and Daniel Webster) as well as historical information about Lancaster. Furnishings are beautiful with pieces dating back to the 1800's. This is a must do when you visit.

Went for our first movie night to visit the abbey for the first time. It was fun!…read more I love that this beautiful bit of history is being lovingly restored and the volunteers work really hard and do a great job. It was easy to park and the grounds are well-kept. Brand new gravel driveway is great! The abbey itself is pretty but simple and there's not much to see inside. The stained glass windows are gorgeous and I love that they are all being restored, too. The movie was great! The lawn wasn't soggy, which I appreciated. We wore bug spray but it wasn't too mosquito-y which was a big win. Loved the food carts! There was also a cash bar that the volunteers ran. Didn't loves: the sound was unnecessarily loud. Didn't like the people smoking cigarettes while watching the movie.

Having been to the Green Lawn Cemetery several times for public events, we decided to attend one of…read morethe movie nights at the Green Lawn Abbey. It was a great event on a nice evening, and it was well attended. We sat on the lawn at the foot of the hill in front of the Abbey where the screen was set up, and a food truck was available for those who wanted food. I'll definitely go back for one of these events if the weather is pleasant enough to do so. The Abbey -- a mausoleum, not an actual abbey with nuns or monks -- is a nice building that obviously needs a bit of upkeep. The evening movies are an attempt to make money for just that purpose. Apparently, some wealthy families, such as the J.C. Penney family, have crypts in the abbey, though one would never know unless told. All the crypts look alike, so this one shows that death pretty much makes everyone equal -- at least if you have enough money for a crypt in the Green Lawn Abbey. One thing that I did not like about the abbey is that it seemed to be full of random stuff stacked up in front of the tombs -- a wooden bed headboard and footboard, a weight lifting bench, broken down chairs and ladders, and an array of other items that, in my opinion, have no real place in a mausoleum. It just seemed somewhat disrespectful for the type of place that it is. I guess the dead who populate the walls of the abbey don't actually know it, but I just didn't like it that things were just stacked up next to the tombs as if they were shelves in a garage. We heard that the organization charged with upkeep is in the midst of a fundraiser to replace stained-glass windows that have broken or disappeared. I hope they make up the money that they need because the building will be much nicer with the original window openings redecorated as they should be.

I have lived in OH for over 15 years and cannot believe I've never visited this site! Enjoyed…read morereading about how the sculpture came to be. The QR code lets you listen to a recording of the sculptor himself. The 12' sculpture can be climbed on from the rear and presents a nice view of the area. Lots of areas for picnicking and amphitheater for concerts.

Chief Leatherlips monument is a large stone faced public art piece located in a beautiful park in…read moreDublin just outside of Columbus Ohio. My family and I was in town from Lousiville visiting Columbus for my second oldest daughters cheer competition. One of the things we always do when visiting other city and towns is check out the local public art scene. This was a piece we had circled before we made our trip. Overall a very great and fun piece. Me And the kids enjoyed the cool Photo ops that we had with the piece and it was in a beautiful park as well.

If you've been following my reviews for a while then you know I absolutely adore covered bridges…read more So it should be no surprise that I have decided to visit a few while on our summer family vacation passing through Ohio. Zeller-Smith was on my radar because of it's proximity to our hotel. I found the drive to this bridge to be very enjoyable. Ohio is full of farmland and most all the fields have only recently been planted. Since the Springtime vegetation is so low, you can see for miles and miles. I truly loved how subdivisions and single family homes were integrated into the farmland landscape. Sort of made me feel like Marty McFly in Back to the Future when he went back in time and discovered the "coming soon" sign for the sudivision his family home would eventually be located in. BRIDGE FACTS Year Built: 1905 Builder: J.W.Buchanan Length: 79 feet Relocated to current location: 1986 Truss type: Multiple Kingpost Location: Sycamore Creek Park over Sycamore Creek in Pickerington, Ohio. FINAL THOUGHTS The park area is nice and has two playgrounds. On both sides of the bridge are large expansive fields. On the parking side there is a huge soccer field while on the other is an Arboretum with a lovely sitting area and beautiful meadow. The walk to the bridge from the parking area is paved and a small gravel path leads you to the creek where you can get a side view of this historic structure. I didn't find the paint color scheme chosen for this bridge to be attractive, but I do applaud the communities effort to integrate this bridge into the landscape. It is obvious someone (or a group of someone's) is caring for this bridge. Thank you for preserving it for our generation and many generations to come.

This place has so much to offer. Between the event venue, Airbnb and farm itself there are so many…read moregreat photo spaces. My favorite feature of the home is the on site dog washing station. The event space is great for any party or event you are hosting.

From the owner: North 64 offers acres of land for your special day. We also have a beautiful event barn for indoor…read moreparties. Check our website for more information. We are here to help you plan your perfect day and or party. Our AirBNB is also available for our guest to stay. And don’t forget if you are an animal love, especially highland cows, you will want to book your tour to feed the animals.