“The Georgian Colonial home is open for free tours and hosts a variety of cultural and historical events, including popular monthly Teas hosted by the Manor House Volunteers. With more than 30,000 total square feet, the Manor House is a one of a kind property used in part today as the headquarters for the Metroparks district. The house, or specific rooms, can also be rented for weddings, meetings and other private functions.”
“Imagination Station is a non-profit, hands-on science museum located on the Maumee riverfront in downtown Toledo, Ohio. The facility has over 300 exhibits for “children of all ages.” The museum opened in 1997 as COSI.”
The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, located in Toledo, Ohio, is a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium houses over 10,000 individual animals from 720 species. They currently participate in over 80 species survival programs and have over 57,000 members and 1 million visitors a year.
“Cedar Point is a 364-acre amusement park located on a Lake Erie peninsula in Sandusky, Ohio. Opened in 1870, it is considered the second-oldest operating amusement park in the United States. Known as “America’s Roller Coast”, Cedar Point is home to 70 rides, including 17 world-class roller coasters (fourth most in the world), the Cedar Point Shores Waterpark and many shows.”
Since its founding in 1901, the Toledo Museum of Art has earned a global reputation for the quality of its collections, innovative and extensive education programs and architecturally significant campus. The Museum seeks to become the model art museum in the country, with over 30,000 pieces it is leading the way in genuinely and creatively engaging its communities and fostering a sense of belonging for all its audiences.
“This museum will provide its visitors an opportunity to learn about fire safety and experience Toledo firefighting history. It features the uniforms and equipment used by the earliest firefighters as well as vintage pumpers.”
Founded by Virginia Secor Stranahan, The 577 Foundation is dedicated to preserving the historic property at 577 E. Front St. in Perrysburg, OH. Open to all, 577 builds a creative, caring community through curiosity and lifelong learning. Open to all, 577 builds a creative, caring community through curiosity and lifelong learning. This enduring passion extends to all facets of 577— from ecological balance and environmental sustainability, to broadening minds, stimulating imagination, and expanding horizons. Carrying on the legacy of our founder Virginia Secor Stranahan, 577 nurtures innovation, evolution, and growth while respecting established, time-honored practices and techniques. Most importantly, 577 is about spreading joy and having fun!
From April through October, visitors can take guided or self-guided tours of the fort and museum. Historical interpreters, dressed in period clothing, are on hand to provide all kinds of historic demonstrations, discuss the history of the fort, and answer any questions. Come discover a part of Ohio history you never knew was here!
The visitor center and museum are open year-round at a discounted rate.
“Wood County Museum, located in Bowling Green, Ohio, the Museum was formerly a county poor farm from 1869-1971. Today it hosts exhibits, tours, and events to uncover Wood County’s unique local history. The museum grounds are part of the Wood County Park District and house an herb garden, oil derrick, and more.”
Explore Woodlands Park for its all-inclusive Fort Imagination and Stroll the 14-piece sculpture exhibition, now in its third year!
Free, Public Art Exhibition is on display from August 2023 through August 2024 and docent tours can be booked by CLICKING HERE or tour the pieces on your own – by car or by foot.
:The African Safari Wildlife Park is a drive through wildlife park in Port Clinton, Ohio. Visitors can drive through the 100-acre preserve and watch and feed the animals from their car.”
“The Carter Historic Farm grounds are free and open daily to all from 8:00 am until 30 minutes past sunset. *Farm Buildings are open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. *hours may change- Please call ahead to schedule a tour. The Carter Historic Farm is a working farm and living-history cultural heritage center interpreted to the Depression-era. *Please note: this is a working farm, so be careful of, and watch out for farm machinery and animals.”
“Off Highway 250, this African-themed resort with rides and waterslides is 5 miles from Lake Erie and 12 miles from Cedar Point amusement park. Rooms with African decor feature Wi-Fi (covered by a resort fee), microwaves, mini fridges, coffeemakers and flat-screen TVs; suites add whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, wet bars and/or private balconies/decks. Some add bedrooms or kitchens, and stand-alone villas come with up to 10 bedrooms. Resort fee includes parking and access to a gym, a business center and indoor/outdoor water parks, as well as discounted admission to an outdoor adventure park. Themed dining and meeting/event space are also available.”
Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, kids hours, fitness programs & more.
White Star Beach/Quarry is located within White Star Park, including a campground, a scuba diving location, barn and cabins and a constructed wetland. Becoming even more popular in the summer of 2022 due to multiple posts on a Facebook group, ‘Ohio Road Trips’ because of it’s crystal clear waters, White Star Beach is a nice drive from Perrysburg and is open Noon-8pm in the summer. *hours may change
Ready for Rental!
There’s two adjacent pickleball courts in the brand-new gym in the Heights Community Center.
Rental fee is $65 per hour. So, if you have eight people who want to play two concurrent games of doubles, it will cost only $8 per hour per person to rent. They’ll waive the extra $1. Nets are supplied; you bring your rackets and pickleballs.
Contact Rental Coordinator, Jill Morse at 419-460-0512.
This cabaret-style club for ages 21 & over features comedy acts a Southern-style dinner menu.