Background The O’Shaughnessey Dam is located on the Scioto River near Dublin, Ohio, United States. The dam forms O’Shaughnessy Reservoir, which is a major source of drinking water for the city of Columbus. It was completed in 1925 following recommendations of then superintendent Jerry O’Shaughnessy (for whom the dam was named). At the time, the…
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Everal Farm and Homestead Park
Background Everal Farm and Homestead Park is a 52-acre park in Westerville, Ohio. The park is home to the Everal Barn, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The barn was built in 1872 and is an excellent example of 19th century farm architecture. The park also includes a farmhouse, a carriage…
2nd Street Market Murals in Dayton, Ohio
Background The Dayton 2nd Street Market is a public market in Dayton, Ohio. The market is located at the corner of Webster Street and East 2nd Street. It is Dayton’s largest and oldest operating public market. The market is owned and operated by Five Rivers MetroParks. The market has a long and rich history. It…
Riverscape Metro Park
Background RiverScape MetroPark is a 22-acre park in downtown Dayton, Ohio. It was opened in 2001 as part of a larger effort to revitalize the city’s riverfront. The park is located along the Great Miami River and features a variety of amenities, including a playground, a picnic area, a walking trail, and a pavilion. The…
Woodside Green Park in Gahanna
Background The below description is taken from the Gahanna City Parks website: This beautiful 32 acre park offers both passive and leisure opportunities for your enjoyment. With amenities such as a playground, canoe launch into the Big Walnut Creek, softball and baseball fields, basketball court, catch and release fishing pond, heated restrooms and a rentable…
Quarry Trail Metro Park
Background One of the newest metro parks in Columbus sports 2 distinct sections connected by a multi purpose trail. While there is still some construction ongoing, both sections are open and the bulk of the construction is happening between them. One section contains the mountain biking track area. Going into the main entrance, drive off…
Bucyrus Train Station – T&OC Rail Station
Background For the background on this specific depot, there is already an excellent article about it’s history. Our friends over at Akron Railroads gave us permission to link to it below! 700 E Rensselaer StBucyrus, OH 44820 Impression These historic structures are a small glimpse into life from years ago. Stations where people would gather…
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