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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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Great Seal State Park

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Hopewell Culture National Historical Park

This National Historical Park preserves the remains of the earthworks of the Hopewell culture that lived in this area 2000 years ago. Take a self guided tour of the mounds, view some of the finely crafted artifacts in the museum and view the video, "Legacy of the Mound Builders"

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