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May

12 Buckeye Furnace State Memorial - Ohio Historical Society - Buckeye Furnace is a reconstructed charcoal-fired iron furnace, typical of those operating in southeastern Ohio's Hanging Rock Iron region more than a century ago. Visitors to this 270-acre site can see the furnace, originally built in 1852, which went out of blast for the last time in 1894.



Attached to the furnace is the charging loft where iron ore, limestone, and charcoal were loaded in to the furnace, and the engine house which contained a steam-powered compressor. The reconstructed company store serves as a visitors orientation area and there are two nature trails on the site.



The site's buildings are open by appointment only. Please call 800-860-0144 for appointments. No charge but donations are accepted. Please call for an appointment to visit the site. The site is open limited hours.



MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND - LABOR DAY

Address: Ohio Historical Society

123 Buckeye Park Road, T 167

, Wellston, Ohio
Ph: (800) 860-0144 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.ohiohistory.org/places/buckeye

August

12 11th Annual Community Beach Party at Lake Alma State Park - Enjoy dancing and sporting events including a triathlon, beach volleyball, basketball games, bicycle races and swimming events. Food is available. For info call (740) 384-4474.

Address: Lake Alma State Park

422 Lake Alma Road

, Wellston, Ohio
Ph: (740) 384-4474 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.ohiostateparks.org

October

4 Halloween Campout at Lake Alma State Park - Come wear your costume to Lake Alma and enjoy trick-or-treat, a Halloween parade, hayrides and refreshments. Regular camping fees apply. For more information, please call (740) 384-4474.

Address: Lake Alma State Park

422 Lake Alma Road

, Wellston, Ohio
Ph: (740) 384-4474 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.ohiostateparks.org

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Lake Alma State Park

Lake Alma State Park is located in Vinton County, 34 miles southwest of Athens. The rugged, scenic terrain teems with wildlife, birds and wildflowers.

Hike 3 miles of nature trails and relax at scenic picnic areas offering tables, grills and 3

Wellston, OH State Parks

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