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A restored narrow-gauge geared locomotive, known as the Shay Locomotive, was built in 1925 by the Lima Locomotive Works and is located at the Allen County Museum Complex.

For a period of almost 70 years, the Lima Locomotive Works built 2,761 Shay locomotives, the last in 1945. These were among the best crafted steam engines in the nation. The Lima Locomotive Works exported worldwide and carried the name of the Lima community as far away as China.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

MacDonell House, Victorian Mansion

Located next door to the Allen County Museum, this 1890's Victorian mansion is a must see with more than 15 rooms furnished in great detail and open to the public. This home and its decor are reminiscent of the great wealth brought into Allen County during the oil boom era. Features include:

Lima, OH Historic Homes

Allen County Memorial Hall

Historic Memorial Hall was built in 1908

Lima, OH Civic Centers

Lima Warriors

The Lima Warriors have competed as a semi-professional football team since 2001

Lima, OH Sports

Crouse Performance Hall

Crouse Performance Hall is a 1,780 seat, state-of-the-art facility that is located on the south end of the Veterans'

Lima, OH Theatres

Children's Garden

Located at the Allen County Museum complex, the Children's Garden is a project of the OSU Extension, 4-H Master Gardeners and the Allen County Historical Society. This garden has grown to include over 30

Lima, OH Gardens

Things to do near Lima, OH

The Shay Locomotive Display

A restored narrow-gauge geared locomotive, known as the Shay Locomotive, was built in 1925 by the Lima Locomotive Works and i...

Hawthorne Hills Golf Course -Executive

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 10 days...

Windwood Hollow Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Lost Creek Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 2 days...

Beaner's

Gathering place for young and old. Delicious pastries and a wide variety of coffees. Across from Defiance College....