City Of Murals...
Known internationally for the outdoor gallery of gigantic historical murals lining the streets of downtown, Steubenville, Ohio ranks among the top tourist attractions in the United States. 'Preserving a Piece of America' is the theme carried out by the project's guided tours. Right now there are more than 25 murals, and tourists can watch live artists at work from May to October each year, painting the city's history on its walls, larger than life.
Steubenville, home to Dean Martin, was Voted by Readers' Digest as one of the top 20 best places to live in the US, Steubenville is home to many interesting sites.
Steubenville was founded in 1797, and is home to Dean Martin. The stretch of Route 7 that snakes through downtown was renamed Dean Martin Boulevard, and each summer Steubenville hosts the Dean Martin Days Festival. Located in eastern Ohio, on the banks of the mighty Ohio River, Steubenville is the seat of Jefferson County . With a small population of just 20,000 people, The City of Murals is a quaint town, jam-packed with history.
Attractions:
THE MURALS
Steubenville's history is painted on outside walls all over downtown and Hollywood Plaza..
Tour maps available at Steubenville CVB office.
Steubenville CVB
120 South Third Street
Steubenville, Ohio 43952
740-283-4935
800-510-4442
OLD FORT STEUBEN
In 1787, Steubenville (Then Fort Steuben) became the gateway to the Northwest Territory, protecting government surveyors while they laid out the first 7 Ranges. The restored fort now hosts an archeological dig and the annual Fort Steuben Festival. Guided tours are available.
Old Fort Steuben Project, Inc.
P.O. Box 1787
Steubenville, Ohio 43952
740-283-1787
www.oldfortsteuben.com
info@oldfortsteuben.com
FIRST FEDERAL LAND OFFICE
Built in 1801, the first federal land office is a replica of a colonial home. Also located on the grounds is the massive 2 ½ ton bell from the Jefferson County Courthouse. Located next to Old Fort Steuben at 3rd & Adams Streets. Call for an appointment.
740-264-4534
CREEGAN'S ANIMATION FACTORY
Steubenville is home to one of the worlds largest manufacturers of animated and costume characters. Browse and shop at the craft shop and year-round Christmas Store.
The Creegan Company
508 Washington Street
Steubenville, Ohio 43952
740-283-3708
creegans@weir.net
www.creegans.com
FRANCISCAN UNIVERSITY OF STEUBENVILLE
Among sites to see at the University are The Portiuncula Chapel, a replica of the stone chapel that St. Francis of Assisi rebuilt;an outdoor creche; Marian Grotto; Tomb of the Unborn Child; and Stations of the Cross.
Franciscan Univ. of Steubenville
1235 University Boulevard
Steubenville, Ohio 43952
740-283-3771
www.franciscan.edu
www.franciscanconferences.com
THE MOUNTAINEER RACETRACK AND GAMING RESORT
Located in Chester, West Virginia, just 35 minutes north of Steubenville, you will find Gaming, horse racing, live entertainment, golf, and a spa/fitness center.
State Route 2 PO Box 358
Chester, WV 26034
800-804-0468
www.mtrgaming.com
UNION CEMETARY
Enjoy the beauty of the local cemetery that has historic headstones as well as more than 100 species of trees and flowering plants. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Maps available at cemetery office or Steubenville CVB office.
Union Cemetery
1720 Sunset Boulevard
Steubenville, Ohio 43952
740-283-3384
HISTORIC MOUNT PLEASANT
25 miles southwest of Steubenville, along the Ohio Scenic Byway, is Historic Mount Pleasant. Tour six historic buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Don't miss the Friends Yearly Meeting House, a Quaker meeting place built in 1814 that seats 2,000 people.
Mt. Pleasant Historical Society
P.O. Box 176
Mt. Pleasant, Ohio 43939
800-752-2631
http://users.1st.net/gudzent/index.html
www.ohiohistory.org/places/quaker
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http://www.steubenvilleoh.com/Itineraries.htm
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