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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 MuseumsBeaner's
Gathering place for young and old. Delicious pastries and a wide variety of coffees. Across from Defiance College.
Encore Theatre
Amil Tellers of Dramatics, Inc. performs a summer musical, five regular season plays, and at least three McDonalds' Youth Theatre productions each year at the Encore Theatre.
The 2007-2008 Adult Season includes:
July 13-15 & 20-22, 2007: "Grease";
September 14-16 & 21-23, 2007: "
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 HomesArtspace Lima
Artspace/Lima is the premiere art gallery and educational center in West Central Ohio. Components are the Ellen Nelson Gallery, Time Warner Cable ArtZone, Gallery for Young People, and Gallery Shop. It also houses one of the regions BEST arts resource libraries. Artspace/
Lima, OH ArtsFulton County Historical Museum
11 galleries portraying the history of the county from the Ice Age through the 20
Wauseon, OH MuseumsThe 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
Crouse Performance Hall
Crouse Performance Hall is a 1,780 seat, state-of-the-art facility that is located on the south end of the Veterans'
Lima, OH Theatres