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2019 Gallia County
Visitors Guide
www.VisitGallia.com
Pure Appalachian Adventure
The official tourism guide to Gallia County produced by Ohio Valley Publishing
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Welcome to
Gallia County!
We are honored to have trees weave colorful Bloom competition. in Gallia County, Ohio so be
you as our guest and wish patterns into the landscape Our visitors guide, found sure to check out our website
for you to have the most contributing to the charm at our office at 441 Second at www.VisitGallia.com to
pleasurable experiences and beauty of Gallia County. Avenue, offers a handy keep up-to-date on the latest
while visiting our area. We Community organizations pocket-guide to our most information!
are sure that you will soon such as Gallipolis in Bloom popular and historic hot
feel the sense of pride we are designed to improve spots with references to Gallia County Convention
share in belonging to this the quality of life in our facility services and contact
& Visitors Bureau Staff
community and hope you will community by promoting information to make sure
Amanda Crouse,
take advantage of the many beautification programs the information you need
attractions, events and other through the use of flowers, is at your fingertips. Our Executive Director
opportunities during your plants, trees and other professional staff partners Kaitlynn Halley,
stay. environmental and lifestyle with various organizations Assistant Director
Quaint neighborhoods enhancements. Gallipolis in who are prepared to respond Karen McCarty,
with tailored manicured Bloom has received many to your unique needs and to Executive Assistant
lawns and gardens, a city awards over the past twelve enrich your experience. Lori Taylor,
park and arbors of mature years through the America in Great things are happening Administrative Assistant
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Bob Evans Farm at Rio Grande. Beth Sergent | OVP
Gallipolis River Recreation Festival
A celebration of summer
The 54 annual Gallipolis River
Recreation Festival offers some-
thing for everyone wishing to
celebrate America’s independence
July 3-4 at City Park in dowtown
Gallipolis.
Admission is free to the festival
and this year, on July 3, visitors
can experiece free KidZone games
and inflatables. New to “River
Rec” is the Circus Sideshow,
featuring multiple acts like glass
walking, bed of swords, contor-
tion, and more. In addition, free
musical entertainment returns to
the main stage as do pageants for
young people and opportunities for
talented locals to perform. Conces-
sions, artisans, one of the area’s
largest parades and, of course, fire-
works will be offered.
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CELEBRATIONS OF LIFE
Services Offered
Monument Pre-planning
Foundation Repair Cemetery Lettering
The caring and experienced professionals at Work-
man Monuments are here to support you through this
difficult time. We offer a range of personalized services
to suit your family’s wishes and requirements. You can
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count on us to help you plan a personal, lasting tribute
to your loved one. And we’ll carefully guide you through
the many decisions that must be made during this chal-
lenging time.
You are welcome to call us at any time of the day, any
day of the week, for immediate assistance. Or, visit our
funeral home in person at your convenience. We also
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Itineary for the 2019 Gallipolis River Recreation Festival:
Wednesday, July 3 Thursday, July 4
10 a.m. Gospel music; noon, opening ceremony 7:45 a.m. Baby Tot registration/check in
12 p.m. to 10 p.m., inflatables (free) 9 a.m. Baby Tot Sparkler Contest
12:30 p.m. Gospel music 9 a.m. Rubber Ducky Race on the Riverfront
12:30 p.m. Lion’s Club KidzDay Activities 9-11 a.m. Senior’s Bingo
2-6 p.m. KidZone activities 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. - Inflatables
2-6 p.m. Contemporary Christian music (Armbands - $12 each or 4 for $40)
7 p.m. Little Mister & Miss Firecracker. 10 a.m. concessions and artisans open for business
11:30 a.m. 68th Annual Gallipolis Rotary Mile
Gospel and Contemporary Christian music lineups for July 3 12 p.m. parade
10 a.m. Wayfollowers 2 p.m. Circus Sideshow
11 a.m. Gloryland Believers 3 p.m. Gallipolis Junior Women’s Club Talent Show
11:30 a.m. Covered by Love 6 p.m. Gallipolis Twirling Angels
1 p.m. The Rainey 7-10 p.m. Big Buck Country Jamboree
2 p.m. Ordinary People 10 p.m. fireworks.
3 p.m. Vinton Baptist
4 p.m. River City Fellowship For more information, go to
5 p.m. Fellowship of Faith. https://www.gallipolisriverrec.com/.
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Gallia County Wine Country
The Napa Valley has nothing on family hobby for generations.
the Ohio Valley when it comes to For more information on Merry
wine. Family Winery, call 740-245-9463
From sweet to dry, from reds to or visit www.merryfamilywinery.
white, wine lovers have a variety com.
of choices and multiple wineries Twisted Vine Family Vine-
to visit in Gallia County. yard, located at 1375 Carter Road
First up, Merry Family Winery in Patriot, is definitely a family
and Craft Brewery just off U.S. affair.
Route 35 in Bidwell is a staple What began as a gesture of love
in Gallia County Wine Country. with the planting of a few grape-
Owners Tim and Lisa Merry vines has led to a family vineyard
planted their first grape vines in built upon four generations of
the year 2000. By 2006, Merry land stewardship.
Family Winery opened for busi- According to the owners of Gal-
ness, specializing in handcrafted lia’s newest winery, “nestled in
wines produced and bottled at the rolling hills of Southern Ohio,
the winery. The winery offers a our family began to produce hand-
large variety of handcrafted Ohio crafted wines from our farms
wines, from sweet wines made vineyard, orchard and berries in
with locally grown fruits or vege- 2008. Each member of our family,
tables to dry red and white wines. from oldest to youngest, contrib- Courtesy Photo
In 2012, the Merry’s added the utes to maintaining the vineyard Merry Family Winery owners Tim and Lisa Merry working
Old Mill Craft Brewery and Hop and producing wine.
in the grapevines.
yard specializing in small batch
Our hand-crafted wines are
craft beers.
produced on site in small batches
“We grow our own hops. Some
with attention to detail. We pro-
of our hops are from hop rhi-
duce a variety of wines from both
zomes that were brought over
from Slovakia in the early 1800’s grapes and fruit. Wine varieties
by Tim’s great grandparents when that are available include Merlot,
they immigrated to America,” Reisling, and a sweet Concord
Lisa said. among many others. We are proud
“We are not just about wine to serve locally made cheeses
and craft beers. We also make and bread on our cheese trays, as
homemade root beer soda based well as sweet treats for dessert.
We offer tastings, flight boards,
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on Tim’s great grandmother’s
recipe, the flavor is very much glasses or wine by the bottle.”
reminiscent of root beer from an The outdoor seating area pro-
old fashioned soda shop,” Lisa vides views of the vineyard while
continued. “During the summer allowing for either intimate or
months many customers enjoy group gatherings, with special
our homemade root beer floats. events featuring evenings of live
Our homemade root beer is also music. The vineyard’s vision is to
available for sale at the Mothman provide a welcoming and enjoy-
Museum in Point Pleasant, West able atmosphere where everyone
Virginia.” can enjoy a glass of wine and
It was that family connection friendship.
that first gave the Merrys the For more information on Twist-
inspiration to open a winery. ed Vine Famiy Vineyard, visit
According to Lisa, making beer, ww.twistedvinefamilyvineyard.
wines and brandies has been a com or call 740-256-1923.
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Places to stay in Gallia County
MOTELS Riverside Motel Raccoon Falls
College Hill Motel 1066 First Avenue Guest Cottage
10987 State Route 588 Gallipolis, Ohio 45631 1094 Lincoln Pike
Rio Grande, Ohio 45674 740-446-2702 Gallipolis, Ohio 45631
740-245-5326 740-446-7417
Super 8 Motel www.raccoonfalls.com
Knights Inn 321 Upper River Road
260 Jackson Pike Gallipolis, Ohio 45631 Whispering Pines
Gallipolis, Ohio 45631 740-446-8080 or 1669 State Route 233
740-446-7071 800-800-8000 Patriot, Ohio 45658
www.super8.com 740-446-7300
Hampton Inn
444 State Route 7 S William Ann Motel BED & BREAKFASTS
Gallipolis, Ohio 45631 918 Second Avenue Briarthorne Farm
740-446-8000 or Gallipolis, Ohio 45631 4219 Hannan Trace Road
800-426-7866 740-446-3373 Patriot, Ohio 45658
http://gallipolis. www.freewebs.com/ 740-256-1505
hamptoninn.com williamannmotel
CAMPING
Quality Inn CABINS Bob Evans Farm
577 State Route 7 N Common Grounds State Route 588
Gallipolis, Ohio 45631 53 Main Street Rio Grande, Ohio 45674
740-446-0900 or Vinton, Ohio 45686 740-645-9762
888-465-4329 740-645-8536
www.qualityinn.com Gallia County Jr.
Raccoon Creek Fairgrounds
Regency Inn Side Cottage 189 Jackson Pike
151 Upper River Road 292 Main Street Gallipolis, Ohio 45631
Gallipolis, Ohio 45631 Vinton, Ohio 45686 740-446-4120
740-446-0241 740-388-8327 www.galliacountyfair.org
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Discovering ‘The Serpent’s Bones’
Fans of Southeast Ohio backroads wanted to share some of what I’ve found to help her create the southern routes
touring on two, three, or even four with people passionate about touring through Gallia County by providing
wheels know what they like in a road - and riding. There are hardly any vehi- resources and suggestions,” said Kai-
well-paved, scenic, twisting, and reliable cles on these roads. Many were built for tlynn Halley assistant director of the
miles of adventure. the coal mining, which is gone, but the Gallia County Convention and Visitors
Many know the Triple Nickel, they roads, and the countryside remain,” said Bureau.
have ridden Route 78 across southeast Sarah Guthrie, creator of the Serpent’s The Serpent’s Bones currently offers
Ohio, they’ve climbed and yodeled Bones Touring Routes. nine routes and is still growing. Each
Route 26 and 800 in the Switzerland of Book a stay in the historic river town route has its own story and is waiting
Ohio area north of Marietta, and they of Gallipolis to tour the southern routes, for you to add the next chapter. We
have wound around the Windy 9, and or visit Lake Hope State Park camping, invite you to visit www.serpentbones.
back again. cabins, and lodge to access the northern com and discover Southeast Ohio.
But most have not yet ridden South- routes. See the railroad tunnels, cem-
east Ohio’s newest touring routes – The eteries, covered bridges, old mines, and
Serpent’s Bones. former Iron Furnaces. Enjoy the natural
In partnership with Vinton and Gal- beauty, often in complete isolation.
lia County Convention and Visitors When you return to civilization, grab a
Bureaus, a local rider, writer, and bite to eat or explore the host commu-
teacher has crafted hundreds of miles of nity’s local shops and attractions.
tours with natural beauty, history, and a “I had actually been working on a
story to tell. From the Serpent’s Horns motorcycle route system when she
to its Belly, the area rolls and rocks with (Guthrie) stopped into the Gallia Visi-
adventure. tors Bureau to discuss this project. As
“Over the last five years, I’ve put a non-rider, I was thrilled to have some- Gallia County Convention and
Visitors Bureau | Courtesy Photo
13,000-plus miles on my 1989 Honda one to work with. Sarah has taken us Touring routes creator Sarah
TransAlp - all in Southeast Ohio. I on this project and we are very happy Guthrie.
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Gallipolis
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‘First Friday’ in Gallipolis
Gallipolis has put its own unique, small-town spin on
big city traditions.
The Gallia County Chamber of Commerce, and areas
businesses, work together to bring to life a summer event
program called “First Friday,” which takes place the first
Friday (hence the name) of May, June, July, August,
September and October in historic downtown Gallipolis.
The event is designed to emulate the popular Gallery
Hop in Columbus and the First Friday series in Philadel-
phia. The idea behind this event is that local businesses
will stay open later than normal, host bands or various
art displays, and provide food and drinks for attendees.
The evening attractions last from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.,
although participants can choose to remain open as long
as they choose.
First Friday has extended from Second Avenue and
onto streets with businesses close to the main thorough-
fare of Gallipolis.
Dean Wright | OVP
“First Friday” events take place May-October in downtown Gallipolis.
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10‘Raised Around Rio’
Raised Around Rio, a farmers when the weather begins to warm
and artisan market in Rio Grande, up and is held every Wednesday
opens for its season in late April on North College Avenue in Rio
and closes September 7. Grande from 4 to 7 p.m. This year,
“Raised Around Rio is impor- the market will also be held every Beth Sergent | OVP
tant because of community Sampling locally made cheeses.
Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The
involvement,” said event organiz- Saturday market will be located
er Jennifer Littlejohn. “We have a little east of the intersection
a lot of local talent and local arti-
of Ohio 588 and Ohio 325, right
sans that need to show off their
beside Twisted Specialty Supply.
talent. We help them because
we’re an artisan market and not The market anticipates a little
just a farmer’s market. There are less than 40 vendors joining this
a lot of people who don’t want to year.
travel to Charleston, Huntington For more information, visit
or even Athens to get produce or Raised Around Rio’s Facebook
goods. We’re here local and we’re page.
here for local people and visitors.” Dean Wright contributed to this
Typically, the market begins article.
Dean Wright | OVP
A busy evening at Raised Around Rio.
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11Gallia County Junior Fair
The 70th annual Gallia
County Junior Fair returns
July 29 - Aug. 3 at the fair
grounds located at 189 Jack-
son Pike in Gallipolis.
Carnival, amusement rides,
musical entertainment, track
events, concessions and more
offered. The 2019 entertain-
ment lineup includes: Poet
Voices, 7 p.m., July 30; Ryan
Stevenson, 8:30 p.m., July 30;
Riley Green, 8:30 p.m., July
31; Crowder, 8:30 p.m., Aug.
1; Beavercreek, 7:20 p.m.,
Aug. 2.; Big Buck Jamboree, 6
p.m., Aug. 3.
Go to galliacountyfair.org
for more information.
Dean Wright | OVP
Enjoying the carnival at the Gallia County Junior Fair.
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MEMBER
FDICNational ‘SPACE’ exhibit
tour to blast off in Gallia
An unprecedented traveling ica. The purpose of SPACE to touch pieces of the Moon
exhibition on space explora- is to present educational ele- and Mars, ride a self-powered
tion will lift off on Septem- ments in scenic environments centrifuge, tour a full-scale
ber 7 in Gallipolis at the Dr. that will fuel one’s imagination future Moon habitat and work
Samuel L. Bossard Memorial in the future of space explora- station, get an up-close view of
Library. tion. next-generation spacecraft and
“SPACE: A Journey to Our SPACE examines amazing technology, and interactively
Future,” an interactive exhibit discoveries and explorations plan a trip to Mars.
produced by Evergreen Exhibi- from the past and introduces There will be no admission
tions in educational collabora- visitors to today’s explorers charge to view this exhibition.
tion with National Aeronautics who are shaping our future The general public can begin
and Space Administration destiny in the universe. Most making online reservations
(NASA) and as seen at the of the emphasis in the content beginning August 5 by visiting
Smithsonian National Air and relates to current and future bossardlibrary.org.
Space Museum, will be on exploits in human spaceflight. Reservations are not
display at the library through The exhibit features child- required, but are encouraged in
January 5, 2020. friendly interactives, immer- order to guarantee entry into
The 5,000-square foot sive environments and state-of- the exhibit. For more infor-
SPACE exhibition has traveled the-art technology to bring this mation, visit bossardlibrary.
to major science centers and epic story to life. Highlights org. The library is located at 7
museums across North Amer- will include opportunities Spruce Street in Gallipolis.
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13At the Bob Evans
Farm and Homestead
The Bob Evans Farm attracts thousands with its area as it was during the
in Rio Grande located entertainment, traditional early to mid-19th century.
in southeastern Ohio arts & crafts, farm contests, Open for visitors May
was home to Bob Evans, food, children’s activities through October.
Founder of Bob Evans and demonstrations. This The original Bob Evans
Farms Inc., his wife Jewell three-day Farm Festival
and their six children for always begins the second Restaurant on the Farm
nearly 20 years. It’s where Friday of October. offers quality home-style
Bob invited countless The Event Barn is a food and friendly service.
guests to visit and sample great site for scheduling From classic breakfast
his sausage made by a a meeting, party or favorites like sausage,
farmer on the farm. The reception for up to 100 omelets and hotcakes, to
Evans home has been people, with delicious Bob tasty dinner classics such
transformed into The Evans catering available. as slow-roasted turkey, Bob
Homestead Museum and Reservations can be made Evans has something for
is open for visitors May by calling the Farm office at
through October. (740) 245-5304. everyone.
Guests may also visit the Take a step back in time To learn more about the
Bob Evans Farm Festival, while touring the historic farm and the Bob Evans
an annual celebration of Village of Adamsville that Farm Festival, visit www.
the harvest season which commemorates life in this bobevans.com.
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Beth Sergent | OVP
The iconic Bob Evans Farm in Rio Grande.Following the trail of local history
Gallia County is home to a or culture in Gallia.
unique trail which connects Two quilt squares are
rural communities in living, located on Bob Evans farm
vibrant color. in Rio Grande, “The Gallia
The Gallia County Quilt County Quilt Barn Trail”
Barn trail captures a way of and “Central Star Quilt
life that reaches back to the Square.” A patriotic square
settling of the area. In 2007, is located at 778 Ohio 850
the Gallia County Conven- in Bidwell on the property
tion and Visitors Bureau of Rex and Louise Greenlee.
started the trail as a way to The “Ohio Star”is portrayed
promote local history and on the Fisher property at 332
tourism to the lesser visited Kraus Beck Road near Gal-
areas of the county lipolis. The Lester Farm has
Each of the barns on the the “Log Cabin” square at
list feature a quilt pattern 3215 Ohio 233 in Greenfield
painted on to an eight-foot- Township. “Jacob’s Ladder”
by-eight-foot square and is on the Altizer’s property at
then fastened to the side of 3835 Ohio 325 near Patriot.
the barn, visible from the At 9 Evergreen Road near
main roadway where it can Bidwell is the “Snail Trail”
be seen by tourists and have quilt square.
some kind of historical story “Texas Broken Star” can
or reason to be on the trail. be found at 4743 Ohio 7 near Beth Sergent | OVP
Each barn that was added to The Bob Evans Farm in Rio Grande presents the first two quilt
the list tells a piece of history See trail | 16 squares in Gallia County, one of which is the logo for the quilt trail.
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the power plants on the Fellure’s prop-
erty. “The Ohio Star” is on the south
end of Gallia at 11665 Ohio 218 on
the Fowler Farm. On the old GCCVB
building is the “Unconventional Pine-
apple” at 61 Court Street. “Century of
Progress” is visible on the Niday Farm
at 844 Lincoln Pike. Located at 5673
Ohio 325 near Patriot on the Trout
property is “5440 or Flight.” Also on
the Trout land is the “North Star”
square. At 7009 Ohio 775 is “The Car-
penters Wheel” on the Carter Farm.
Also on Ohio 775 at 1154 is “The
Tobacco Leaf” on the Massie Farm.
Many more quilt squares can be
found throughout Gallia County, with
an estimated total of more than fifty.
For more information on the trail,
contact the Gallia County Convention
and Visitors Bureau at 441 Second
Avenue in Gallipolis, 740-446-6882.
Beth Sergent | OVP Morgan McKinniss contributed to
The Bob Evans Farm in Rio Grande presents the first two quilt squares in Gallia County, one of which this article.
is the logo for the quilt trail.
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16Taking in the Thomas Arts Trail
Gallia County offers an array of of these organizations together to the Artisan Shoppe and Studio.
arts organizations that play a vital educate Gallia County residents and “We are incredibly touched that we
role in the arts culture of southeast- guests of the opportunities that the get to be part of this beautiful way to
ern Ohio. The Thomas Arts Trail, arts have to offer. honor Nathaniel. He was incredibly
organized by the Gallia County “The Thomas Arts Trail offers so intelligent and talented in so many
Convention and Visitors Bureau, fea- many experiences, from workshops ways and artistic expression was a
tures Gallia’s premiere arts locations; to live music, galleries and shop- huge part of his life. This dedication
The French Art Colony, The Greer ping. Together they offer visitors and means so much to his family and
Museum (University of Rio Grande), guests a diverse look into the arts in friends,” said Thomas’ sister Kelsey
The Artisan Shoppe and Studio, Southeast Ohio,” said Gallia County Kerr, who is the co-manager of The
BoardRoom46, the Raised Around Convention and Visitors Bureau Artisan Shoppe and Studio.
Rio Farmer and Artisan Market, and Assistant Director Kaitlynn Halley. More information about the trail
the Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Perform- The trail was dedicated to local is available at the Gallia County
ing Arts Centre. artist Nathaniel Thomas who passed Convention and Visitors and online
The Thomas Arts trail brings all away in 2017 and whose family runs at visitgallia.com.
Welcome to Gallia County!
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Gallipolis, OH 45631
740-446-2265
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17The French Art Colony
The ‘art’ of expression
The arts are for everyone. The French Art
Colony in Gallipolis is home to live music, art
exhibits, summer camps and more more.
Summer is a particularly busy season,
with the FAC’s annual Hot Summer Nights
concert series. This concert series provides
outstanding live music every Thursday eve-
ning throughout the summer. Guests can also
enjoy a home cooked meal and a cash bar, all
while relaxing on the beautiful grounds of the
FAC.
The 2019 Hot Summer Nights season
began in May and continues through Septem-
ber. The lineup for the season includes: June
6, Devin Henry; June 13, Todd Martin; June
20, Micah Kesselring; June 27, Hurlbut &
Friends; July 11, Stringbenders; July 18, Ben Beth Sergent | OVP
Davis, Jr.; July 25, Devin Henry; Aug. 8, Matt The French Art Colony’s Hot Summer Nights concert
series begins in May and wraps up in September.
Metheney; Aug. 15, Daniel Joseph; Aug. 22, Pictured is Devin Henry.
TBA; Aug. 29, Brent Patterson; Sept. 5, The
Next Level; Sept. 12, The Band Beavercreek;
Sept. 19, Jake Dunn; Sept. 26, Hard Reign.
Gates open at 6 p.m., music begins at 6:30
p.m.
In addition to community betterment, edu-
cation is a top priority for the FAC, therefore
the summer of 2019 will be filled with a vari-
ety of camps and classes in both the visual
and performing arts for youth ages 3-18.
From art exhibitions, classes, community
events, educational outreach, rentals of its
historic facility, and home to the Riverby
Theatre Guild, the FAC is proud to serve
the Tri-State region for more than 50 years.
For more information on 2019 summer
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events and programming, please visit www. FAC | Courtesy Photo
frenchartcolony.org, or call 740-446-3834. The French Art Colony is home to art exhibits and classes for area youth.
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Some public lands allow the use of
hunting dogs, which can be trained
to hunt and track everything from
deer to raccoons and squirrels.
On the hunt in Gallia County!
In Gallia County there are several is allowed, although officials stress the 2019 through Dec. 22, 2019. Youth gun
locations that offer hunting of numerous importance of following regulations and season will run Nov. 23, 2019 through
species to the general public. Crown obeying property lines while hunting Nove. 24, 2019, and muzzleloader sea-
City Wildlife, Tycoon Lake Wildlife these lands. son will be held Jan. 4-7, 2020.
Area, and a small area south of Vinton White tail deer are a popular target Several small game seasons will open
are all state managed wildlife areas open for hunters through the winter season later in the fall, including squirrel,
to the public for hunting, fishing, and and can be found throughout the region, ruffed grouse, rabbit, ring-necked pheas-
trapping. Crown City is the largest area, especially on these particular lands. ant, chukar (a bird), bobwhite quail,
covering 13,000 acres in Gallia and Deer archery season will open Sept. and fox. All of these can be pursued on
Lawrence County. Wayne National For- 28, 2019 and end February 2, 2020. public land as well.
est is also large area open to the public. Deer gun season will be held Dec. 2, Morgan McKinniss contributed to
In all of these public lands hunting 2019 through Dec. 8, 2019 and Dec. 21, this article.
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19Welcome to ‘Rio’
Rio Grande is most famously known as the
home of the Bob Evans Farm which would
gain national renown as a famed restaurant
and marketer of pork sausage. To this day,
the original Evans home sits on the farm as
a museum for local and family history. The
Bob Evans Farm Festival which has become
somewhat of a cultural celebration for Appa-
lachian Culture, held the second Friday in
October.
The village also puts on its yearly all-dona-
tion firework display called Rockets over Rio
during mid-October, often during, but sepa-
rate from, the farm festival in October on
the campus of the University of Rio Grande.
Thousands flock to the village every fall
because of the festival and fireworks show.
The University of Rio Grande and Rio
Grande Community College is known for
a few of its programs including the Madog
Center for Welsh Studies as Rio Grande had
a large Welsh immigrant presence in its past.
The Greer Museum often serves as a fine
arts gallery for students and residents to
visit.
In addition to various small businesses
offering dining and shopping opportunities,
the village also hosts a growing farmers and
artisan market, dubbed “Raised Around Rio”
held every Wednesday and Saturday, now
through September 7.
Dean Wright contributed to this article.
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OH-70124143Our House Museum honors
history of Gallipolis
Our House Museum in Gallipolis walks vis- property, but there was a gentleman over
itors through a social hub of Gallipolis’ past. there. He was an Englishman, his name was
A key feature of the museum often features (William) Playfair. He’s the one who stole
the Marquis De Lafayette’s jacket. Lafayette (the French) money before Barlow could
was recognized as a companion to George bring it back and give it to the Scioto Com-
Washington and one of the heroes of the pany so they could give it to the government,
American Revolutionary War. The museum so they could actually sell the property. The
also maintains a small garden in its backyard French 500 paid twice for the same property.”
in recognition of traditional plants utilized Pasquale said the French thought they were
during the era for food and as herbal rem- getting property when they arrived in what is
edies. now Gallia County, but legally at the time had
The museum is a brick Federal-style tavern no right to it as the Scioto Company had not
which dates to the 1819. It was originally yet purchased the land from the Ohio Com-
owned by Henry Cushing and was known pany. The French who stayed in Gallipolis
to cater to the community’s elite. It was con- would have to buy land a second time.
sidered a center of the town’s social life. The Thus, Gallipolis’ name means “City of the
Our House Museum has become a center for Gauls” as it was traditionally settled by the
Gallia County and Gallipolis history. French 500, aristocrats who sought to escape
Dean Wright | OVP
“A (Joel) Barlow was sent over (to France) the stirrings of the French Revolutionary War.
Our House Museum volunteers Pam
representing Scioto Company,” said site Our House is open by appointment, is Riley (left) and Becky Pasquale (right)
manager Becky Pasquale. “He was sent there available for rentals and will be open during discuss fresh green peppers that were
to bring people over here to open up a settle- the Gallipolis In Lights opening night cer- picked just behind the tavern building in
ment. (Gallipolis) City Park is where they emony on Nov. 27. the museum kitchen.
ended up. The (French) paid for all their Dean Wright contributed to this article.
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21Gone fishing in Gallia County!
Fishing tournaments set for the season
Gallipolis is situated on the Rodeo at Bob Evans Farm help you later in life no mat- compete in such as Fishing
banks of the majestic Ohio Pond with 70 area youth who ter your career choice. Tour, Bas Pro Shops open
River and we believe that participated. Each child that The first weekend in June, Series, Bass Pro Shops 150
old-fashioned southern hospi- registered was entered to win The Bass Federation Region Series, Bass Pro Shops Team
tality and small town charm, one of six college scholar- 6 held its two-day tourna- Tour and the Bass Pro Shops
plus trophy fish, are just the ships in October. ment in Gallipolis. Region 6 Couples Series. With paid
recipe for a perfect fishing The Bass Federation held is based out of Athens, Ohio. memberships, anglers can
tournament. its High School State Cham- The Team Bass Xtreme fish any qualifying event in
With the recent addition pionship on May 18 and will tournament on June 9 is an the country.
of the Riverfront Amphithe- be returning to Gallipolis in Ohio based bass fishing trail The Ohio Bass Federation
atre, new boat ramp access 2020. The Bass Federation whose membership includes Youth Open is a team event
improvements, better acces- Angler Program is an educa- some of the most competi- with a 100 percent payback
sibility and vehicle parking tional program designed to tive bass anglers from many in gift cards to the winning
opportunities, Gallia County introduce students to fishing areas. The tournament trail anglers. This is tournament
will be a picture perfect loca- and to show students the is designed to give you the is open to any youth angler
tion for your next tourna- ever increasing career and amateur bass fisherman, an 18 years of age or younger
ment! educational opportunities opportunity to compete for who is a member of any FLW
Let Gallipolis host your through fishing. It also shows cash, prizes and recognition organization. This is a two
next tournament! The Gal- students how the basic ele- in an environment unlike any youth angler team event with
lia County Convention and ments of their education are other. each team supplying their
Visitors Bureau provides all used by tournament anglers On June 23, the American own boat captain. The Ohio
the resources you’ll need for every day out on the water Bass Anglers will return to Bass Federation will hold
a memorable and fun experi- and how you can use fishing Gallipolis for its 13th year. their two day adult champi-
ence! and having fun to sharpen ABA offers several tourna- onship in Gallipolis on July
Gallia County has been those basic skills that will ment series for anglers to 13-14.
host to many fishing circuits
over the years. Cabela’s
kicked off the fishing season
in May with its 8th annual
King Kat Tournament Trail
with 90 anglers registered.
The tournament trail con-
sists of 12 events conducted
annually in 10 states offering
each angler the opportu-
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Bowl of Cat Fishing. Orga-
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22Catching ‘the big one’
In Gallia County there are several public Wildlife area, the Butler Access Boat Ramp,
access fishing spots; Tycoon Lake, Racoon Byrd Locks and Dam, Gallipolis Parkfront,
Creek, Symmes Creek, Kenton (Pumpkin- and the Cheshire access area.
town) Lake, and of course the Ohio River. In the Ohio River, anglers can hope to
Anglers have the opportunity to catch a vari- catch bass, striper hybrid, several species of
ety of fish, although many anglers focus on Catfish, and possibly Drum, Walleye and Sau-
catfish and sunfish (bass) species. ger, and maybe Muskie that has migrated out
In Gallia County there are several main spe- of West Virginia.
cies of catfish; blue, shovelhead, channel, and Many of the waters in Gallia County have
flatheads. The most popular spot for catfish- fish that can be easily caught with night
ing is at the Robert C. Byrd Locks and Dam
crawlers and a simple hook and bobber set
on the Ohio shore. Catfish can be found along
up. Licenses are only required in public
many of the other waters in Gallia County,
particularly Raccoon Creek. waters and for persons 16 years old and
While the land surrounding Raccoon Creek older, although there are ponds available to
is predominately private land, Bob Evans the public that do not require licenses. Bob
Farm and Tycoon are public access. Symmes Evans Farm has a public access pond, and the
Creek is a largely public fishing stream in Rio Reservoir is also considered private land:
Wayne National Forest that is good for sun- both of which offer excellent bass fishing.
fish and bass. There is no improved access to It is important for residents to obey prop-
the creek, but it can be accessed anywhere in erty laws and regulations when fishing.
Wayne Forrest. The Ohio River has several Morgan McKinniss contributed to this
public access points including Crown City article.
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Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre
‘The jewel of Second Avenue’
The Ariel Opera House is the shining as Will Rogers, Sarah Bernhardt and television sealed her fate. The Ariel was
star at the very heart of a region that Daniel Emmett. Ensembles such as the closed in the mid 1960’s.
cherishes its heritage. Gallipolis not Chicago Opera and the Ziegfeld Follies Twenty five years later, a local profes-
only preserves its past, it polishes it and graced the Ariel’s stage. Vaudeville led sional musician, Lora Lynn Snow, found
puts it on display. to movies and the Ariel’s eventual clos- the abandoned house and decided it
The “jewel of Second Avenue,” the ing. Neglected and forgotten, she began would make the perfect home for the
Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing the steady march of decay. orchestra she wanted to form. On first
Arts Centre is an 1895 opera house The Ariel’s history mirrors that of entry, Snow noticed the spectacular
built by the Ariel Odd Fellows Lodge. many such historic facilities of 19th acoustics, the hallmark of craftsmen
Beautifully restored with astounding century America, built by a lodge, store- who built in a day and time when
acoustics, the Ariel Opera House is fronts at street level for daily income, a electronic amplification wasn’t known.
now the permanent home of The Ohio theatre portion set back from the street The Ariel had all the trademarks of the
Valley Symphony, the only professional and a banquet room on second floor finest halls in the world, a shoe box
orchestra in the southeast Ohio River with the lodge room on the third floor shape, thick walls covered with plaster
Valley Region. The OVS pulls musicians overlooking the town. Designed by the and being built in the 19th century.
from seven states and Canada and was state architects of the time, Packard Snow formed a volunteer group and
recently featured on national television and Yost, the Ariel boasted the latest the work of cleaning up was begun in
with folk singer Michael Johnathon in gas-electric lighting and her elegant the fall of 1988. Years of accumulated
(visit michaeljohnathon.com/symphony appointments were known far and wide. pigeon manure and debris had to be
to watch at home). Being on both the rail line as well as removed. Volunteers sifted through
Located in the historic district of the river meant the Ariel could attract everything looking for bits and pieces of
the French town of Gallipolis on the top of the line entertainment. Silent ornaments, woodwork and clues to the
Ohio River, the Ariel was built during movies appeared in 1919 and over the Ariel’s original look. Crumbling plaster
the age of gas light elegance. During years movies gradually edged out live was replaced, new wiring and plumbing
her heyday, she hosted such luminaries performances, and the development of installed, gas-look sconces placed on
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Photo by Jessica Sisson, Courtesy of The Ariel
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The stage at the Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre.the walls and the Ariel was fitted with for performances; businesses hold conferencing system. All spaces are
opulent crimson drapery and Victo- meetings, style shows and commercial available for rent.
rian reproduction seats. events. Authentic historic reproduction of
In 2005 philanthropist Ann Carson The Ariel was intended for a variety the original 1895 carpeting instal-
Dater purchased the 25,000-square of uses, performances of course, but lation was the most recent phase of
foot Ariel Opera House complex and also as the secular gathering place restoration, with thanks to consulta-
presented it to The Ohio Valley Sym- of the community hosting political tion with textile experts affiliated
phony as its permanent home. The debates, town meetings, style shows, with the League of Historic American
re-dedication as the Ariel-Ann Carson etc. The Ariel has been restored to Theatres.
Dater Performing Arts Centre was carry on those same functions in
The Ariel is the perfect place for
held on April 22, 2006 – 110 years today’s world and is also serving as a
your show, wedding, reception, com-
after the original April 23, 1896 dedi- mini-convention center hosting a vari-
cation. According to Mrs. Dater, “The ety of commercial and entertainment mercial event, meeting, lecture or
world would be a better place if more events. The main auditorium has 465 gathering of people. Now restored to
people listened to symphonic music.” seats and dressing rooms below stage; her former grandeur, the Ariel retains
The ownership of the Ariel Opera the second floor Banquet Hall accom- the nineteenth century look but boasts
House building has made venue res- modates 100 with adjoining Parlors the most up to date amenities such as
toration and program expansion a and Ballroom; the third floor Ariel Wi-Fi throughout, a modern elevator,
reality. The Ariel serves its youth with Chamber Theatre seats 130. The third and is ADA accessible. Visit our web-
lessons taught by professional musi- floor Ariel Conference Room features site at arieloperahouse.org for more
cians. Schools make use of its stage a state-of-the-art Web-ExTM video- information.
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Lora Snow | Courtesy Photo
The Ariel Opera House.
25Gallipolis: The Old French City
The history of Gallipolis dates back Park. The settlers were unaware of the
to the 18th century and encompasses hardships of frontier life, since most
events in both France and America. In of them were from the French middle
America with the Revolution behind class and aristocracy. They continued
them, Congress was eager to settle to live in the formal French manner to
land west of the new states. As a which they were accustomed, but with
result, land companies formed to buy perseverance and the application of
acreage or at least gain rights to the their trades, they established a thriv-
land. In France, residents were fleeing ing river community in a short time.
from turmoil and sought the land of Prominent citizens of Gallipolis
peace and freedom they had been let include O.O. McIntyre, syndicated
to believe awaited them in America. columnist and author of “New York
A group of Frenchmen were easily Day by Day,” famous restaurateur
convinced by an unscrupulous sales- and sausage maker, Bob Evans,
man, William Playfair, to buy land and Dr. Charles E. Holzer, Sr. who
in the Ohio Valley. Their journey led established the first hospital in 1909.
them to Gallipolis, one of the first set- Six Congressmen have come from
tlements in the Northwest Territory. Gallia County: Samuel F. Vinton,
They arrived at a crude settlement, Col. John L. Vance, Henry S. Neal,
carved from the wilderness on Octo- the Rev. J.W. McCormick, Robert M.
ber 17, 1790. The area became Gal- Switzer and Frank A. Cremeans; State Photo by Jessica Sisson, Courtesy of TDean Wright | OVP
lipolis, meaning “City of the Gauls.” Representatives Dr. Clyde M. Evans Gallipolis City Park is utilized year round, including
The site was called “La Place” by the and Ryan Smith; Miss Ohio USA during the holiday season when it’s home to Gallipolis
In Lights.
French and is known today as the City Megan Rae Wise.
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Welcome to parks and historic sites
Mason County www.masoncountytourism.org
201 Viand Street Point Pleasant, WV 25550 Director
304.675.6788 Denny Bellamy
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OH-70124784Gallia County
BBQ Festival
Food and fun for all
Gallipolis City Park is host to the annual Gallia
County BBQ Festival the second Saturday in
September with this year’s event on Sept. 14.
Can you think of a better way to spend an
early fall Saturday than enjoying great BBQ, live
entertainment and a charming downtown?
Come join us at Gallipolis City Park for
an evening of fun as BBQ teams from the
surrounding region cook BBQ, using their secret
recipes, in hopes of taking home the coveted
Grand Champion trophy. Along with delicious
mouth-watering food and fabulous fun, you will be
helping the GCCVB raise funds for future events
in Gallia County. Beth Sergent | OVP
Good food and perfect weather combines for a huge
For more information on the event, contact turnout for the annual Gallia County BBQ Festival at
GCCVB at (800) 765-6482 or Gallipolis City Park.
info@visitgallia.com.
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Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30 • Saturday 8:00-12:00 • Sunday CLOSED
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We offer sales, service, and parts for Massey
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28156th Emancipation
Celebration in Gallia
The Emancipation Proclamation has been
celebrated and observed in Gallia County, Ohio
continuously since 1863.
The Gallia County Emancipation Day
Celebration is reported to be the longest
continuous running celebration of the
Emancipation Proclamation in the United
States. The Emancipation Celebration is held on
the third weekend in September each year, with
famous orators, reenactors, politicians, singers,
bands, children’s games and other presentations.
The festivities begin Friday evening at the
Ariel Opera House in downtown Gallipolis with
a homecoming reception. Activities then move OVP file photo
to the Gallia County Junior Fairgrounds for The Emancipation Celebration is held on the third weekend in September
family-friendly events for the remainder of the each year, with famous orators, reenactors, politicians, singers, bands,
weekend. children’s games and other presentations.
2019 will welcome the 156th Emancipation
Celebration.
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29Christmas with Gallipolis In Lights
Though the days are allows for holiday tunes to at 7 p.m., Nov. 27. them to experience our
shorter in winter, the lights play throughout the park Through the partner- Gallipolis in Lights display
are a little brighter in Gal- as visitors take in over 160 ship with the Gallipolis each holiday season. The
lipolis. decorated Christmas trees. in Lights Committee, the goal is to not only bring
The annual Gallipolis Children visit with Santa Gallia County Convention these groups for the lights
In Lights holiday display Claus and a live nativity is and Visitors Bureau has displays, but also to discov-
illuminates the downtown held Wednesdays, Fridays, developed a new group er the downtown shopping
skyline with over 1,500 Saturdays and Sundays package for tour bus opera- and dining opportunities as
lighted Christmas balls starting Dec. 1. tors and other group leaders well as overnight bookings
dangling from high atop The display is free of throughout the region. The in lodging facilities.
the trees in City Park. charge with the official bureau reaches out to these Groups that book their
An outdoor audio system lighting ceremony organizations and inviting tour through the bureau
will received discount cards
from local businesses to
be used during their visit
to Gallipolis and Gallia
County. This packaged deal
is also offered to families or
other groups with five or
more people.
“We are excited for this
opportunity to bring folks
to Gallipolis during this
holiday season and look
forward to helping groups
book their tour to our
town,” according to the Gal-
lia County CVB.
If you would like addition-
al information or to book
your tour (groups of five or
more), please contact the
bureau at 1-800- 765-6482
or info@visitgallia.com.
The display will be up
Dean Wright | OVPo and lit until Dec. 31.
Gallipolis City Park.
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30‘Paddle out’ in Gallia County
Kayaking enthusiasts will find of the water.
Gallia County a perfect fit for If paddling downstream is
any “paddle out.” still your aim, but you want an
For years the canoe livery on alternative to Racoon Creek,
Bob Evans Farm in Rio Grande Symmes Creek also provides
offered an aquatic view of Gallia excellent views and paddling
County from Raccoon Creek, while the water is high, as do
but was closed some years ago. other small creeks in Gallia.
Then, in 2018, Raccoon Creek Symmes Creek is about 75
Paddles and Oars emerged, miles long and runs through
with the owners purchasing a the western portion of Gallia, OVP File Photo
Racoon Creek is an excellent way to see more of Gallia County, as it
small portion of land along Rac- giving prime views of country- traverses the countryside from Vinton all the way to the Ohio River
coon Creek. Offered for those side farms and some of Wayne a few miles south of Gallipolis.
wanting to paddle along Ohio’s National Forest.
longest creek are canoes and Swan Creek, which runs near
kayaks, as well as tours and shel- Swan Creek Road in the south-
ter house rentals. ern portion of Gallia also pro-
In Gallia County Racoon vides kayak enthusiasts a chance
Creek is the main destination to get their oars in the water.
for those wanting to get out and For information on Paddle
paddle a kayak, however there and Oars, including canoe and
are other locations. Tycoon Lake kayak rentals, group tours and
east of Rio Grande provides shelter house rentals, call 740-
a large area for paddlers not 301-3002.
wanting to go downstream and Morgan McKinniss contrib- Beth Sergent | OVP
provides easy access in and out uted to this article. Tycoon Lake in Gallia County is an ideal location for kayaking.
2019 NOAH’S ARK
OUTDOOR DRAMA
Presented by Hillside Baptist Church
& Power in the Blood Ministry
Opening Nights:
Friday-Saturday-Sunday
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HILLSIDE BAPTIST
also:
August 9, 10 & 11
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Regular Service Times:
Sunday Mornings 10:30 a.m. 39724 SR 143 Pomeroy, Ohio 45769
Sunday Evenings 6:00 p.m.
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31Go take a hike… literally!
Go take a hike…literally! past the main entrance to the Park is most known for is the set on an old railroad track
Gallia County offers sever- park and explore some of the fitness trail that encompasses going from Haskins Park in
al places for the adventurous land’s more natural side. the cleared area of the park. Gallipolis to beyond Bidwell.
hiker as well as the novice. Natural Gorge Trail and At two miles long, the trail Unfortunately, the trail is not
From the wild and rugged Deer Hollow Trail both can wraps around the lower por- contiguous and is broken
trails in Wayne National be accessed from individual tion of the park and makes in several places, including
Forest to the tame Gallia parking areas along Dan the climb up to the pond near at the Ohio 160 and US 35
County Hike and Bike Trail. Jones Road. Both trails are the peak of the hill in the intersection. The main por-
In Gallia, there is a trail for under 2 miles, although they upper section. tion of the trail, which has
everyone. do access developing trails The park is free to access free parking at both ends,
The O.O. McIntyre Park intended for horse riding for the general public includ- runs between Bob McCor-
District operates several further into the woods. From ing parking, and features a mick Road and Haskins Park
outdoor parks across Gal- these trails, hikers can make wide variety of nature and and features a smooth and
lia including Racoon Creek their way into the upper events for patrons to enjoy. level paved surface almost
County Park. Located at 518 side of the park. Due to the To learn more, call the park four miles long.
Dan Jones Road, the park fea- nature of the foliage found in district office at 740-446- The Rio Grande Reservoir,
tures trails sprawled across Southeast Ohio, sometimes 4612. located on Lake Drive in
700 acres of natural and rec- trail markers and blazes can The Gallia County Hike Rio Grande, has a short trail
reational land. Several trails become difficult to see. and Bike Trail, open to those
start along Dan Jones Road The trail Racoon Creek on foot and on bicycles, is See hike | 34
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For those that want to see more of the woods, they can hike along
the Natural Gorge and Deer Hollow trails, which have parking
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right at the trailhead.You can also read
