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OHIO DREAMS |
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Ohio Dreams is a facility and an experience
unlike anything else. One that serves up not just a couple of
treats, but the entire candy store - from skateboarding and
inline skating, to BMX (Race, True Street and Trails), mountain
biking, ski and snowboard freeride water ramp training (in our
bubble aerated pool), wakeboarding, wakeskating, and
waterskiing. Here, you'll find the facilities, tools, staff and
knowledge to feed all your action passions in one place so you
can learn, improve and achieve your dream!
www.ohiodreams.com |
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| Prairie Peddler |
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Located at "Prairietown" on SR 97
between Butler and Loudonville. Prairie Peddler Old West Festival -
Sept 29th and 30th and Oct 6th & 7th 2007. 180 traditional craftsmen in
an outdoor setting. Old West theme, pioneer foods, family entertainment.
www.prairietown.com
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| Miss Ohio Festival |
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The Miss Ohio Festival kicks off Miss Ohio Week. It
is held the weekend prior to the Miss Ohio Scholarship Pageant in downtown Mansfield.
www.missohio.org
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| Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course |
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This 2.4–mile road course boasts six national and international motorsports events during its season. Fans can roam
the 330-acre facility, spread a blanket on one of the grassy mounds, and enjoy the races.
www.midohio.com
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| Mansfield Motorsports Speedway |
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Ohio’s Super Speedway brings the best of the best in short track auto racing to the Mansfield area. MMS hosts the
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, ASA, USAR Hooters Pro Cup, ISMA & MSA SuperModifieds, Hoosier Outlaw Sprints, Mt.
Dew Xtreme Sprints, and more! This state of the art 1/2 mile asphalt track also regularly races Late Models, Sprints,
Modifieds, Pure Stocks, Stockers, as well as running a weekly go-karting program.
www.mansfield-speedway.com
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| Richland Carrousel Park |
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First new hand carved wooden carousel to be build since the early 1920s. Fifty-two beautiful
animals and two chariots. Indoor facility. Accessible to the handicapped.
www.richlandcarrousel.com
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| Carousel Magic! |
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Welcome to Carousel Magic! Step back in time as you watch skilled craftsmen use time honored techniques of carving,
finishing, and painting to transform hardwood blocks into prancing ponies and magical menagerie figures. Tour
displays will teach you about the history, styles, and construction of carousels. Group tours by reservation.
www.carouselmagic.com
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| Kingwood Center |
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Kingwood is the 47-acre former estate of Charles K. King. The grounds are renowned for both their historic
significance and the brilliant floral displays of the new gardens. The French Provincial mansion contains many
rooms decorated with Mr. King’s original furnishings and one of Ohio’s outstanding horticultural libraries. An
elegant greenhouse features year-round displays and plant sales. The extensive grounds offer opportunities for
hiking and quiet isolation from vehicles.
www.kingwoodcenter.org
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| The Living Bible Museum |
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Witness the Holy Bible come to life before your very eyes. Fifty-nine life-sized dioramas accompanied with
special effects and an audio text will provide for you an experience you will never forget. Also included:
Miracles of the Old Testament, Ohio’s only wax museum, and the Christian Martyrs. A collection of rare Bibles,
woodcarvings, and American Votive Folk Art are now on display. The museum is non-denominational. Each tour is
one hour in length and wheelchair accessible.
www.livingbiblemuseum.org
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| The Ohio State Reformatory - Mansfield |
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With the cornerstone laid in 1886, this castle-like prison was designed as a reformatory for young offenders.
Abandoned in 1990, the original cellblocks and administration areas remain intact. Four major motion pictures
have been filmed on location, including “The Shawshank Redemption” and “Air Force One.” Listed on the nation
Register of Historic Places, tour admissions are applied directly to the preservation of the building. Not
handicapped accessible.
www.mrps.org
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| Malabar Farm State Park |
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Malabar Farm is the 914 acre estate of famous Ohio author and conservationist Louis Bromfield. Tour the Big House, dine
in the Malabar Inn Restaurant, purchase fresh product from Malabar Farm market and admire the view from atop Mt. Jeez
www.malabarfarm.org
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| Mohican State Park and Forest |
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This 6000 acre state park and forest borders Pleasant Hill Lake, Clearfork Gorge, Scenic Mohican River, 13 miles of
hiking trails, 22 miles of bridal trails and 12 mile mountain bike trail offer an outstanding wilderness experience.
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| The Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center - Berlin, OH |
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See why our people live the way they do! Half-hour interpretive tour of stunning 265' mural-in-the-round depicting
Amish/Mennonite history, plus video presentation, area's best selection of Amish/Mennonite books, art gallery, unique
gift shop. Open Mon-Sat 9-5; (June-Oct, Fri-Sat 9-8)
www.behalt.com
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| Yoder's Amish House |
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Yoder's Amish Home opened to the public in 1983. We have strived for authenticity and want to share our knowledge
and heritage with you. Friendly and knowledgeable guides will take you on conducted tours through the two houses
and a barn full of farm animals. The history and customs of the Amish faith will be explained. We want your visit
to our farm to be educational, enjoyable and tranquil. Step back in time and enjoy a quiet and simple lifestyle.
Tell your friends and come back again.
www.yodersamishhome.com
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| The Ohio Genealogical Society Library - Mansfield |
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This is a 15,000 volume genealogical library, primarily for the Ohio family
research. Included in this library are census record, cemetery listings,
and Bible records, and lineage papers for first families of Ohio.
www.ogs.com
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| Amish Country |
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Although Ohio’s Amish live the simple life, traveling the country roads by horse and
buggy, visitors to Amish country can still see the sights from the comfort of their cars.
Large, white-painted farmhouses are scattered across the green fields. Rows of paster
dresses and black work pants hang to dry in the sun. Barefoot boys wearing suspenders
stroll alongside the road.
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www.amishfleamarket.com
- Open every Thursday, Friday, Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
www.mohicancountry.org
- Mohican Country information canoeing, recreation, restaurants, visitor bureau
www.holmescountychamber.com
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| Ohio Bird Sanctuary |
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Located on the headwater of the Clearfork River, the marsh and old growth forest
offers great birding and hiking opportunities. A visitors center, outdoor
display area for birds of prey and a walk through songbird aviary are among its
attractions.
www.ohiobirdsanctuary.com
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| Renaissance Theater |
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A 1928 movie place in grand baroque design is now a nonprofit community
perfoming arts center. Shows range from children's theater to the
Mansfield Symphony.
www.rparts.org
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| Freedom Festival |
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July 4th at Mansfield Lahm Airport, the only festival in the area that provides both air and ground entertainment.
The largest fireworks show in North Central Ohio. Scheduled to appear: C-130, Mansfield’s own airlift wing; B-17,
World War II historical “Yankee Lady” available for rides; C-47; The Misty Blues all-girl skydiving team; tremendous
car show Wings of Valor, display of paintings and photos; Pepsi Skywriter; and The Stars and Stripes, an aircraft
acrobatic team.
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