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Ross County Heritage Center


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Ross County Heritage Center The Ross County Heritage Center in Chillicothe, Ohio's First Capital, is the place to be to if you want to see fascinating exhibits on everything from Ohio statehood, prehistoric cultures, the Civil War and World War I to horse-drawn vehicles, early automobiles, railroad history, historical toys & dolls and more!  Tours include the new Heritage Hall, Ross County Museum, Knoles Log House and Franklin House Museum.  And while you're here, ask about the onsite McKell Library where thousands of historical books, documents and photographs are located and available for viewing.


Hours: Tuesday-Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Address:
45 W. Fifth Street


Phone: (740) 772-1936
Our Website:www.rosscountyhistorical.org

Come visit us in Chillicothe, Ohio

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Lucy Hayes Heritage Center

Former home of the wife of President Rutherford B. Hayes. Lucy was the first "First lady" to be called by the press. Visit this attraction and take a look into history. Open for Tours April thru September Friday: 1pm-4pm Saturday: 1pm-4pm

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Great Seal State Park

Great Seal State Park is located in Ross County near Chillicothe, about an hour drive south of Columbus, or north of Portsmouth. The picture-perfect landscape of rolling hills and trees was the model for the historic Great Seal of the State of Ohio and is a modern-day dream for hikers.

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