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Sullivan-Johnson Museum
Built as a stately private residence, circa 1896, this elegant three-story structure is now home to the many notable exhibits that are a key part of Hardin County's heritage. The World Famous Kenton Toys Collection, dating back to 1898, a gallery devoted to Jacob Parrott, the nation'
Kenton, OH MuseumsAirstream Factory Tour
Airstream\'s founder Wally Byam said, \"Let\'s not make any changes - let\'s only make improvements!\" Wally began Airstream as a single man with a most singular dream: to build the perfect travel trailer. Airstream, the world\'
Jackson Center, OH ToursLaurie's Naturescape
Expect the unexpected when you visit Laurie's Naturescape. It's a shop full of classy and unique "one of a kind" gifts for the home as well as your outdoor living space. Lamps, furniture, pictures and mirrors, beautiful glass pieces and accessories, "Root" candles, silk foliages, indoor/
Van Wert, OH BusinessesBeaner's
Gathering place for young and old. Delicious pastries and a wide variety of coffees. Across from Defiance College.
Swan House Tea Room & Shoppe
For 50 years, the 1865 home served as a family dwelling before it was converted into a tea room and was used for medical practices and apartments for 80 years.
In 1998, the property was purchased and fully restored back to a tea room where you can enjoy "proper tea."
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 HomesThe Shay Locomotive Display
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
Brumback Library
The Brumback Library was built with funds bequeathed to Van Wert County residents by John Sanford Brumback, a former resident of Van Wert. Mr. Brumback'
Van Wert, OH Historic LibrariesHarrod Veterans' Memorial Park
The Veterans' Memorial Park lies adjacent to the Railroad Heritage Park and displays a 155mm M114 A2 Howitzer Cannon, an Anchor from the USS Texas, an M60 A3 Battle Tank and a UH-1
Harrod, OH MemorialsLittle Italy
On Defiance's east side, Family run, homemade Italian cooking at its finest.
Daily specials and carryout available. Across from Mercy Hospital.