National Museum Cambridge Glass, Cambridge. 136 S 9th Street 43725. 740-432-4245. www.cambridgeglassmuseum.org. Hours: Wednesday-Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday Noon-4pm (April-October). Closed Easter & July 4th. Admission: $5.00 general (age 12+), $4.00 senior. View a short vintage film that explains the handmade glassmaking process used by the Cambridge Glass Company (1902-1958). Dress up holding tools used many years …
CUMBERLAND, Ohio — I’ve never been on an African safari. Or even to Africa, for that matter. The closest I ever got to what I imagine such an experience must be like came about in mid-July. That’s when I visited The Wilds, a nearly 10,000-acre enclave that’s a two-hour drive north from Charleston up Interstate-77. …
Just 80 miles from Columbus, the small town of Cambridge, Ohio has an abundance of recreational activities and a calendar full of special events. Cambridge has a growing foodie scene with breweries, food trucks, vineyards and a variety of restaurants. Ten miles outside of town is Salt Fork State Park with beaches, boating, camping, golf, …
Anyone with a sweet tooth in southeast Ohio knows there’s only one place with a cure-all for your sugar cravings. Kennedy’s Bakery has been operating in the small town of Cambridge since 1925. The third generation family business is now run by siblings, Bobby and Patty Kennedy. On any given day, the world famous bakery …
CAMBRIDGE IS A small town in the foothills of Appalachian Ohio, and before my first visit, I didn’t know much about it. I was also skeptical — what could Cambridge possibly have to offer that I couldn’t find somewhere else? As a long-time Ohioan, I was pretty sure I knew the state like the back …
SUMMER IS COMING TO AN END. The heat wave is about to break, the temperature’s about to drop, and food is about to get delicious. Autumn is apple season, barbecue season, chili season, and pumpkin beer season. Basically, it’s the best food season there is. So it’s probably time to start making a list of …
I LIVED IN OHIO for the first 25 years of my life, and I didn’t make it to the southeast part of the state for the first 18 of them. I’d always dismissed out of hand anything that wasn’t one of the “Three Cs” (Cincinnati, Columbus, and Cleveland). So naturally, I was shocked when I …
1. Exploring Ohio’s largest state park Salt Fork State Park offers boating, fishing, hunting, hiking, and a dog park, but the scenic golf course might be the most unique thing about it. The views and rugged terrain earned this course a four-star rating in Golf Digest’s “Places to Play.”There’s plenty to do before and after …
Whether you are a glass collector, a history buff or are just looking for a unique road trip, then Guernsey County has just the ticket for you! Cambridge features a unique glass factory and a museum honoring our glass industry. In the early 1900s, Guernsey County, and particularly Cambridge, became known worldwide for its production …
It’s a primal call that harkens to a man’s soul. It is the call of the untamed, adventurous, great outdoors. Guernsey County’s plethora of woodlands, lakes, streams, and challenging golf courses make it the ideal spot for a manly man’s getaway. GREAT GRUB Any manly man’s retreat demands great grub. Before checking in to a …
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Faith was of highest importance to the early settlers who streamed into the area’s frontier. Churches dotted the countryside, villages and hamlets. This tour offers your group a closer look at some of them. Day One 10am – Arrive in Cambridge and meet local guide for a city tour and a stop at one of …
Rolling vistas and hands-on classes make this group tour an engaging experience for all types of foodies! Day One Your group will be met by a local guide who will take them on a driving tour of Cambridge with history and highlights of the area. Enjoy lunch at Guernsey Kitchen, a hip spot for locals …
Experience what life was like for a Cambridge Glass House family in the early 1900s! This unique journey takes groups through the history of the Cambridge Glass Factory. Experience what life was like for a Cambridge Glass House family in the early 1900s! Meet the mother, Mrs. Yonek in her babushka, who “held down the …
There is something unique about escaping the hustle and bustle of daily life to enjoy the slower pace and local flavor of a rural community. Grab your special someone and enjoy a getaway to the rolling hills and friendly people of Cambridge. Explore the antique shops, boutiques and specialty stores, feed your sweet tooth at …
If you’re looking for a great getaway on a budget here are 7 ideas that will keep your family entertained and busy in Guernsey County! Hit The Road Jack! Designated in 1827 by President Thomas Jefferson, the National Road (Rt. 40) became the nation’s first interstate highway. This ribbon of road runs through the heart …
Just in case you think this small town “rolls up its sidewalks” in the evening, as the old proverbial saying goes, Cambridge and the surrounding area can be a happening place at nighttime! First, you have all of our eclectic eateries with their cool bars which is a great way to spend an evening out …
John Hunt Morgan and his Confederate Calvary entered Guernsey County on July 23, 1863. The uninvited guests raided and pillaged the area. Four interpretive signs throughout the county detail their journey. Learn if they escaped or were captured! In July of 1863, Union victories at both Gettysburg and Vicksburg, convinced the North that the war …
The trail recognizes the impact of William Boyd, Cambridge, Ohio’s beloved cowboy and TV/movie star. A collection of memorabilia is on display throughout downtown. A local boy who gained national recognition, William Boyd made quite a name for himself as the famed cowboy star Hopalong Cassidy, first on the big screen in the 1930s and …
Often billed as “the road that built a nation,” the National Road (Route 40) stretches nearly 700 miles across six states-from Maryland’s seashore to Illinois’ farmland. Thirty-two miles of the road pass through Guernsey County, traveling down the heart of Cambridge along Wheeling Avenue. Before becoming the iconic road it is today, the National Road …
Begin your foodie exploration of Guernsey County by strolling Wheeling Avenue for specialty chocolate, donuts and cakes, craft beers, artesian wines and cheeses and more! Mile-High Pies Theo’s Restaurant in downtown Cambridge dishes up its famous mile-high lemon and chocolate pies topped so high with a tasty homemade meringue – you may not see the …