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Carousel Magic!
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. Our tour displays will teach you about the history, styles and constructio
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BibleWalk
BIBLEWALK is Ohio's only life-sized wax museum and home to the state's only Christian Dinner Theatre, "Dinner With Grace". BIBLEWALK features 70 life-sized dioramas accompanied with special effects and an audio text that will guarantee an experience of a lifetime. The tours include: The
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Malabar Farm State Park
Experience America's most famous farm, the 900 acre country estate of Pulitzer Prize winning author, farmer and conservationist Louis Bromfield. Our new Visitor Center if full of interactive displays, and home of Malabar/Lehman's Gift/Book Shop featuring unique Ohio-made items, Bromfield's books, fa
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Ohio State Reformatory
With the cornerstone laid in 1886, this castle-like prison was designed as a reformatory for young offenders. Abandoned in 1990, the original cell-blocks and administration areas remain intact. Four major motion pictures have been filmed on location including "The Shawshank Redemption" and "Ai
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Mansfield Memorial Museum
The museum is the oldest museum in Richland County founded in 1889. The museum is a step back in time to the late 1800's. Artifacts on 2 floors of displays span from Roman to modern times. The museum houses many collections from early Native American, African, Asian, miliary, and natural history
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Cosby Educational Heritage Center
The Cosby Educational Heritage Center is a platform to view the triumphs and hardships of African Americans in early history. Our mission is to uplift minds and enlighten people about the hard work and contributions our forefathers provided this great nation. We also strive to provide cultural awar
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Shawshank Tree damaged by storm; Trail continues to draw film fans
Mansfield, OH – While a devastating storm appears to have destroyed the oak tree that played a key role in the dramatic finish of the blockbuster movie, The Shawshank Redemption, fans of the cult film favorite continue to visit Mansfield to see the tree site, along with other attractions along
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Shawshank Tree damaged by storm; Trail continues to draw film fans
Shawshank Tree damaged by storm; Trail continues to draw film fans
Mansfield, OH – While a devastating storm appears to have destroyed the oak tree that played a key role in the dramatic finish of the blockbuster movie, The Shawshank Redemption, fans of the cult film favorite continue
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Tourism Excellence Recognized by Convention & Visitors Bureau
Six Honored at Annual Meeting
For Immediate ReleaseMay 12, 2011
Contact: Lee Tasseff, PresidentMansfield/Richland Convention & Visitors Bureau419-525-1300 ext. 24, ltasseff@mansfieldtourism.com
Victoria Cochran, Board ChairAngelWoods Hideaway Bed & Breakfast419-892-2929, angelwoods@embarq
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Ohio Taxidermy Show & Championships
Ohio Taxidermy Show & Championships
State Assn to Bring Annual Convention and Public Showto Mansfield
For Immediate ReleaseMarch 19, 2010
ContactRod Tennant, President Ohio Taxidermists Assn.330-231-8508
Lee Tasseff - PresidentMansfield/Richland Convention & Visitors Bureau419-525-1300,
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Shawshank Redemption Participation
Shawshank Redemption Participation
CVB launches Shawshank Trail Facebook page and needs your help
For Immediate ReleaseDate April 13, 2010
Contacts:Lee Tasseff, PresidentMansfield/Richland Convention & Visitors Bureau419/525/1300 ext 24 ltasseff@mansfieldtourism.com
Jodie Puster, Group Tour/
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Tourism Excellence Recognized by Convention & Visitors Bureau
Tourism Excellence Recognized by Convention & Visitors Bureau
Five Honored at Annual Meeting
For Immediate ReleaseMay 12, 2010
Contact: Lee Tasseff, PresidentMansfield/Richland Convention & Visitors Bureau419-525-1300, ltasseff@mansfieldtourism.com
Victoria Cochran, Board ChairAn
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Richland Carrousel Park
Richland Carrousel Park opened in 1991 as the first new, hand-carved carrousel to be built and operated in the United States since the 1930's. The Carrousel figures were carved in the style of G.A. Dentzel, one of the most revered carvers of the early 1900's. Fifty-two beautiful animals and tw
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Kingwood Center
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. The French Provincial mansion provides an elegant setting for the gardens and is available for viewing by appointment and on specified days and
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Brownella Cottage
Restored Victorian mansion (1887) of Bishop William M. Brown, turn-of-the-century national, political, and religious leader, complete with original furnishings. Grounds feature the Bishop's library, covered walkways and a history museum.The cottage is open to the public on Sundays June through Octob
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Mansfield Art Center
The Mansfield Art Center's award-winning, modern wood and glass building sits on 8.5 acres of wooded meadow. The annual exhibition schedule includes a mix of curated, juried, invitational, and traveling exhibitions. The center features an award winning gallery shop
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Mansfield Fire Museum & Educational Center
A museum of fire fighting history from the bucket brigade through internal combustion powered fire engines. Includes reproductions of a turn-of-the-century fire station and a part of Main Street in downtown Mansfield featuring the famous Coney Island. Picture shows a 1900 American Metropolitan Steam
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Oak Hill Cottage
Built in 1847, it has seven gables, five double chimneys and seven marble fireplaces. Louis Bromfield, native of Mansfield and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, played at Oak Hill as a child. His memories of the home were the basis for "Shane's Castle" in his 1924 novel "The Green Bay Tree"
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Ohio Bird Sanctuary
The Ohio Bird Sanctuary is located on the headwater of the Clearfork River in Mansfield, Ohio. The marsh and old growth forest offers great birding and hiking opportunities. Enjoy seeing birds up close at the birds of prey display or by walking through the songbird aviary. The Ohio Bird Sanctuary i
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Ohio Genealogical Society
40,000-volume genealogical library, primarily for Ohio family research, including census records, cemetery listings, Bible records, vertical files, manuscripts, newspapers, and lineage papers for First Families of Ohio, Society of Civil War Families of Ohio, and Settlers & Builders of Ohio. Writ
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Renaissance Performing Arts Theatre
The Renaissance Theatre opened as a movie palace in 1928 and is now an exciting performing arts center dedicated to providing world class entertainment and arts education programs to the people of Richland County and beyond. Presenting over 200 events per year, the theatre is home to the Mansfield S
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Richland County Fairgrounds
Four large, heated buildings: Fairhaven 100'x200' with office and food service by staff, two buildings, 60' x 200', both with showers, one building, 60'x 80', stage and sound available; all within easy walking distance. Richland County Fair, Flea Markets, Gun Shows and Christm
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Richland County Museum
An early 1850 schoolhouse and later home of Columbian Grange. Since 1967 it has served as a museum where the visitor may relive the county's history through viewing memorabilia of other eras on display. Tools, clothing, children's toys, furniture and paintings. Admission is Free-do
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Cooper's Mill
Take a tour of Cooper's Mill where you will see our homemade jams and jellies being made from David Cooper's own grandmother's recipes. You'll be reminded of days past when you see our apple butter cooking in 50 gallon copper kettles over a wood burning hearth. Your tour guide will tell the history
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Herlihy-Bednarz Christmas House
A private family home that is open to the public every other year during the Christmas season. Many years of Christmas collections are on display featuring over 20 trees, tens of thousands of lights, countless santas, villages, trains, and Disney characters. This Christmas tradition is a grea
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Possum Run Greenhouse
Visit Ohio’s most talked about garden center and gift shop! Located on Ohio’s coldest spot, Possum Run Road, this garden center and gift shop has been serving North Central Ohio and the world for over 30 years! Near Malabar Farm, their unique setting “offers” the visitor an a
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Eyestone Flower Farm
Eyestone Flower Farm specializes in providing top-quality cut flowers from May until October. They offer an ample assortment of all kinds of flowers. In July, lillies, caliculi, zinnias, and glads become available. A different variety of flowers come to the Flower Farm each month t
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Hidden Hilltop Alpaca Ranch
Ever heard of an alpaca? Wonder what they are, where did they come from and why? Want to learn lots about these amazing creatures and show your family something new? Want to do something fun together? Hidden Hilltop Alpaca Ranch has the perfect adventure for you and your fami
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Historic Carrousel District
Visit the shops in the carrousel District for unique gifts. Look for Jack and the Beanstalk at Main Street Books, or see fudge being made at the Squirrel's Den Chocolate Shop.The Historic Carrousel District will feed you, entertain you and bring culture and joy to your life! Bring out your inner chi
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Comfort Inn Splash Harbor
The Comfort Inn Splash Harbor is home to the newly opened Splash Harbor water park, featuring a 49-foot looping water slide, dumping buckets, shooting geysers, two hot tubs (one for adults and one for families), water basketball hoops, a floating raft and kids pool area. Up to four water
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