Athens,
home of Ohio University, is a unique artsy town nestled in the
rolling hills of Southeastern Ohio. The uptown area still has
its charming red brick streets and they are lined with several
one-of-a-kind art shops and galleries as well as the 10 independent
restaurants all within walking distance.
Just 15 minutes away
is historic Victorian Nelsonville where the 50’s era hit
movie “Mischief” was
filmed. Along the Public Square, in the
Historic Arts District, is an entire community of artisans,
crafts shops and galleries. Explore the work of 1,500 Ohio artisans
in Only from Ohio, 54 W. Washington
St; experience the modern art of painter Ron Luce in his gallery,
Hocking Valley Art Supply on the Public
Square; see potters, quilters, weavers at work in their studio-shops
all around the Square.
Don't miss the Hocking Valley Scenic
Railroad and the Rocky Boot factory
and outlet. The
Depot in Nelsonville contains the railroad
ticket office, located at the intersection of U.S.
Route 33 and Hocking Parkway (Fulton Street), behind the Rocky
Boots Outlet.
The
Hocking Hills region is also just minutes away where you will
find Old Man’s
Cave State Park and numerous shops, antique malls and craft stores. Come
see us!!! |