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Find Things To Do in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky (West Region)
Whether it's catching a major league baseball game and petting a live shark with the family, or reconnecting with a romantic weekend of art museums and theater, there's always more to explore, new adventures to be had and memories to be made at Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky attractions.
Rising Star Casino
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Rising Star Casino
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Play where your star shines brightest... at Rising Star Casino Resort in Rising Sun, Indiana. As soon as you walk through the door, you receive the star treatment! The... Read more
Play where your star shines brightest... at Rising Star Casino Resort in Rising Sun, Indiana. As soon as you walk through the door, you receive the star treatment! The Casino features nearly 1,300 of the most popular slot machines plus a wide variety of your favorite table games. We have no doubt that you'll find the game you'... Read More
Wilson Commons
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Wilson Commons
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Wilson Commons is known for it's beautiful view of downtown Cincinnati and the Kentucky hills. It has a small pond area (no swimming) and paved pathways. Part... Read more
Wilson Commons is known for it's beautiful view of downtown Cincinnati and the Kentucky hills. It has a small pond area (no swimming) and paved pathways. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Circling Hills Golf Course
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Queen City Chamber Opera
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Queen City Chamber Opera
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Queen City Chamber Opera is dedicated to presenting emerging opera starts in fully staged production of repertory works with full orchestral accompaniment. They fill the... Read more
Queen City Chamber Opera is dedicated to presenting emerging opera starts in fully staged production of repertory works with full orchestral accompaniment. They fill the niche of professional opera in Cincinnati during the Fall, Winter and Spring, to complement Cincinnati Opera's world-class summer festival. They keep overhead... Read More
Shawnee Lookout
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Shawnee Lookout
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Shawnee Lookout is well known for its historical Springhouse School and Log Cabin and Native American archaeological earthworks. The park's nature trails, including the 1.... Read more
Shawnee Lookout is well known for its historical Springhouse School and Log Cabin and Native American archaeological earthworks. The park's nature trails, including the 1.3-mile Blue Jacket, 2.0-mile Little Turtle and the 1.4-mile Miami Fort trail, offer spectacular views of the Ohio River and Great Miami River valleys. The... Read More
Delhi Hills Golf Course (Par 3)
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Morgan's Canoe & Outdoor Adventures Brookville
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Morgan's Canoe & Outdoor Adventures Brookville
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Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, rafting and camping along the fastest flowing river in Indiana, the Whitewater River which is considered a Class 1 stream and great for canoeists... Read more
Enjoy canoeing, kayaking, rafting and camping along the fastest flowing river in Indiana, the Whitewater River which is considered a Class 1 stream and great for canoeists of all skill levels.
Busse's Farm
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Busse's Farm
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The farm offers a wide variety of bedding plants for purchase, including 19 different varieties of tomatoes, peppers, zucchini, eggplant and herbs. In the fall, choose... Read more
The farm offers a wide variety of bedding plants for purchase, including 19 different varieties of tomatoes, peppers, zucchini, eggplant and herbs. In the fall, choose from approximately 2,500 pumpkins and 500 gourds, or pick from the farm's vast selection of mums.
Sugar Ridge Golf Club
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Brookville Lake & Beach
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Brookville Lake & Beach
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A part of the Brookville Lake-Whitewater Memorial State Park Complex, Brookville Reservoir lies in the historic east fork of the Whitewater River Valley. Traces of... Read more
A part of the Brookville Lake-Whitewater Memorial State Park Complex, Brookville Reservoir lies in the historic east fork of the Whitewater River Valley. Traces of prehistoric Native American mounds are still found throughout this valley. The area is known by some worldwide for its significant deposit of Ordovician fossils.... Read More
Sunset Bay Marina and Campground
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Sunset Bay Marina and Campground
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Located on South Hogan Creek in Aurora Indiana and only ¼ mile away from the Ohio River. Offering in-water boat slips, boat ramp, dry storage, and water front camp sites.... Read more
Located on South Hogan Creek in Aurora Indiana and only ¼ mile away from the Ohio River. Offering in-water boat slips, boat ramp, dry storage, and water front camp sites.
Madcap Puppets
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Madcap Puppets
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Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, they are nationally recognized for engaging and original children’s theatre productions, as well as in-school educational programs that include... Read more
Based in Cincinnati, Ohio, they are nationally recognized for engaging and original children’s theatre productions, as well as in-school educational programs that include performances, workshops and residencies. Madcap explores a changing landscape of artistic forms and social concerns, combining puppetry, music, acting, and... Read More
Divrsion VR Arcade + Board Games
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Divrsion VR Arcade + Board Games
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Immerse Yourself Into Exciting New Worlds! With the world at your fingertips you can climb to the top of mountains, soar through the sky, dive to the ocean depths,... Read more
Immerse Yourself Into Exciting New Worlds! With the world at your fingertips you can climb to the top of mountains, soar through the sky, dive to the ocean depths, and team up with friends to slay zombie hordes. Are you ready for the next level of gaming Virtual reality gaming is exciting for all ages, whether you are 8 or... Read More
Grand Oak Golf Club
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Brook Hill Golf Club
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Brook Hill Golf Club
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A Classic design, nestled in the rolling hills of Southern Indiana, Brook Hill Golf Club features bent grass greens and tees with lush rolling bluegrass fairways.... Read more
A Classic design, nestled in the rolling hills of Southern Indiana, Brook Hill Golf Club features bent grass greens and tees with lush rolling bluegrass fairways. Strategically placed bunkers and crystal blue lakes will challenge both the casual and the low handicap golfer.
Phillips Berry Patch
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Phillips Berry Patch
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The Very Berry Patch can be found at 9429 York Ridge Road in New Alsace. Owners James and Darlene Phillips have a variety of items depending on season, including berries,... Read more
The Very Berry Patch can be found at 9429 York Ridge Road in New Alsace. Owners James and Darlene Phillips have a variety of items depending on season, including berries, pumpkins, gourds and mums. Business hours at The Very Berry Patch vary according to season, so you may wish to call before visiting.
Vineyard Golf Course
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Vineyard Golf Course
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Vineyard Golf Course is a scenic, well maintained, and challenging 18 hole course. Vineyard offers great golfing year round (weather permitting).
Vineyard Golf Course is a scenic, well maintained, and challenging 18 hole course. Vineyard offers great golfing year round (weather permitting).
Mt. Airy Forest
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Mt. Airy Forest
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Accessible from Mt. Airy and Westwood, Mt. Airy Forest's 1,459 acres includes miles of hiking trails and bridle trails (located off Diehl Road) for horseback riders. Mt.... Read more
Accessible from Mt. Airy and Westwood, Mt. Airy Forest's 1,459 acres includes miles of hiking trails and bridle trails (located off Diehl Road) for horseback riders. Mt. Airy has Ohio's only wheelchair accessible public treehouse, an enclosed dog park, and disc golf. Mt. Airy Arboretum's specialty gardens, gazebos and... Read More
Harrison-Symmes Memorial Foundation Museum
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Harrison-Symmes Memorial Foundation Museum
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Dedicated to preserving the History of local Presidents and caring for the tomb of the 9th U.S. President, William Henry Harrison. The museum has several historical items... Read more
Dedicated to preserving the History of local Presidents and caring for the tomb of the 9th U.S. President, William Henry Harrison. The museum has several historical items pertaining to Wm. Henry Harrison, his grandson President Benjamin Harrison (23rd President) and John Cleves Symmes. It also has many other interesting "one of... Read More
Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Course
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Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Course
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Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Course is a Par 71 layout with four sets of tees ranging from 4,936–6,818 yards, allowing golfers of all ages and abilities to enjoy their... Read more
Miami Whitewater Forest Golf Course is a Par 71 layout with four sets of tees ranging from 4,936–6,818 yards, allowing golfers of all ages and abilities to enjoy their round. The course includes a practice range, putting green and a full-service snack bar with a spacious patio
Mitchell Memorial Forest
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Mitchell Memorial Forest
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This park offers over eight miles of challenging mountain bike trail, a 1.0-mile Wood Duck nature trail, the River Hill “catch and release” fishing pond, playground,... Read more
This park offers over eight miles of challenging mountain bike trail, a 1.0-mile Wood Duck nature trail, the River Hill “catch and release” fishing pond, playground, picnic areas and the reservable Pine Meadow Youth Camp. Part of Great Parks of Hamilton County
Miami Whitewater Forest
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Miami Whitewater Forest
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The sprawling 4,438 acre park includes wetlands with a wildlife viewing shelter located along the Shaker Trace Trail, disc golf course, three nature trails, two fitness... Read more
The sprawling 4,438 acre park includes wetlands with a wildlife viewing shelter located along the Shaker Trace Trail, disc golf course, three nature trails, two fitness trails, 18-hole golf facility with driving range, campground, soccer complex, 85-acre lake with fishing, bike, boat rental, and snack bar, an 11-acre dog park,... Read More
Cappel's Annex
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Cappel's Annex
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Cappel's offers a selection of items and accessories for parties, as well as costumes, wigs, masks, and make-up for anytime of the year.
Cappel's offers a selection of items and accessories for parties, as well as costumes, wigs, masks, and make-up for anytime of the year.
Cincinnati Camerata
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Cincinnati Camerata
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The Cincinnati Camerata, founded in 1992 by Christian Miller, continues this tradition of choral excellence in Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Camerata performs works from a... Read more
The Cincinnati Camerata, founded in 1992 by Christian Miller, continues this tradition of choral excellence in Cincinnati. The Cincinnati Camerata performs works from a broad spectrum of styles, from the Renaissance to the avant-garde; from the most sacred works of the church to the most profane bawdy songs and catches of the... Read More
Whitewater Canal State Historic Site
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Whitewater Canal State Historic Site
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Discover how this 1840s feat of engineering changed Indiana from a pioneer outpost to the "Crossroads of America"
Discover how this 1840s feat of engineering changed Indiana from a pioneer outpost to the "Crossroads of America"
Treasure Alley
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Treasure Alley
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Antiques and vintage finds.
Antiques and vintage finds.
S&S Western Bowl
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S&S Western Bowl
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Western Bowl Strike and Spare offers 68 lanes of bowling and state-of-the-art scoring system.
Western Bowl Strike and Spare offers 68 lanes of bowling and state-of-the-art scoring system.
Montgomery Cyclery
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Montgomery Cyclery
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Montgomery Cyclery is one of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky's best and largest bicycle shops.
Montgomery Cyclery is one of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky's best and largest bicycle shops.
Campbell Lakes Preserve
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Campbell Lakes Preserve
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With four lakes and 183 acres, this is a fisherman's dream. An Ohio fishing license is not required to fish at these four lakes. Bank fishing and licensed car top... Read more
With four lakes and 183 acres, this is a fisherman's dream. An Ohio fishing license is not required to fish at these four lakes. Bank fishing and licensed car top boats such as canoes, kayaks and jon boats are permitted; motors are not allowed. Bass and northern pike are catch and release only; bluegill and crappie are limited... Read More
Mount St. Joseph University
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Mount St. Joseph University
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Founded in 1920 by the Sisters of Charity, the college became Mount St. Joseph University on July 1, 2014. The Mount reflects a breadth of academic programming and... Read more
Founded in 1920 by the Sisters of Charity, the college became Mount St. Joseph University on July 1, 2014. The Mount reflects a breadth of academic programming and services to prepare graduates who are career-ready and leadership focused. We maintain high academic expectations and integrate programs with ethical leadership... Read More
Bargains and Buyouts
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Bargains and Buyouts
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Local furniture store which offers closeout and liquidation products for your home and more.
Local furniture store which offers closeout and liquidation products for your home and more.
Green Acres Canoe & Kayak Rental
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Green Acres Canoe & Kayak Rental
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Located on the Whitewater River offering canoe, kayak, tube, and raft rental, shelter rental, picnic areas, party services, and birthday parties.
Located on the Whitewater River offering canoe, kayak, tube, and raft rental, shelter rental, picnic areas, party services, and birthday parties.
Mt. Airy Arboretum
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Mt. Airy Arboretum
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An arboretum featuring hundreds of different types of trees as well as garden areas and walking paths. Part of Cincinnati Parks
An arboretum featuring hundreds of different types of trees as well as garden areas and walking paths. Part of Cincinnati Parks
Haspin Acres
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Haspin Acres
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Haspin Acres Off Road & Motocross Park in Laurel, Indiana has 750 scenic acres of wooded hills and trails, nestled in the heart of beautiful, rustic, rural Indiana!... Read more
Haspin Acres Off Road & Motocross Park in Laurel, Indiana has 750 scenic acres of wooded hills and trails, nestled in the heart of beautiful, rustic, rural Indiana! Relax and enjoy the great outdoors with us, doing the things you REALLY enjoy, like off road riding, racing, camping, fishing, and so much more!
Ohio County Historical Museum
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Ohio County Historical Museum
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Established in 1968, the Ohio County Historical Society opened the Rising Sun History Museum in 1972. Housed in a 19th century plow factory, most of the contents have been... Read more
Established in 1968, the Ohio County Historical Society opened the Rising Sun History Museum in 1972. Housed in a 19th century plow factory, most of the contents have been donated by Ohio County residents, their families, and friends. Displays focus on the 1800′s and early 20th century life and events. Included in the displays... Read More
Mt. Echo Park
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Mt. Echo Park
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This park's 84 acres include steep wooded hillsides, hiking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, a unique historic reservable picnic shelter and the 1928 Mt. Echo pavilion,... Read more
This park's 84 acres include steep wooded hillsides, hiking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, a unique historic reservable picnic shelter and the 1928 Mt. Echo pavilion, a popular spot for dances, community events and private functions. The park's overlook features one of the most dramatic views of any Cincinnati Park. Part... Read More
Embshoff Woods
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Embshoff Woods
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This 333 acre park features a 1.0-mile Parcours fitness trail, 9-hole disc golf course, playground and reservable picnic shelters. Part of Great Parks of Hamilton County
This 333 acre park features a 1.0-mile Parcours fitness trail, 9-hole disc golf course, playground and reservable picnic shelters. Part of Great Parks of Hamilton County
Aston Oaks Golf Club
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Aston Oaks Golf Club
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Eighteen holes of championship golf will wind their way through Aston Oaks wooded terrain. This world class golf course has been designed by Nicklaus Design, Inc. These... Read more
Eighteen holes of championship golf will wind their way through Aston Oaks wooded terrain. This world class golf course has been designed by Nicklaus Design, Inc. These spectacular golf holes offer not only a distinctively different course, but one of incredible beauty. You're sure to enjoy a challenging game of golf... Read More
Dearborn Highlands Arts Council
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Dearborn Highlands Arts Council
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To serve, expand, and enrich the lives of residents of Dearborn County and adjacent areas through education, exposure, diversity, enjoyment, and participation in the... Read more
To serve, expand, and enrich the lives of residents of Dearborn County and adjacent areas through education, exposure, diversity, enjoyment, and participation in the performing and visual arts.
Catalina Harbour
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Catalina Harbour
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Located near the town of Addyston, the Catalina Harbour is fourteen miles from downtown Cincinnati via the Ohio River.
Located near the town of Addyston, the Catalina Harbour is fourteen miles from downtown Cincinnati via the Ohio River.
Fernbank Park
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Fernbank Park
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The 58-acre park located right along the Ohio River offers a 1.2-mile paved trail, the 1.0-mile Sycamore nature trail, a playground and access to bank fishing on the Ohio... Read more
The 58-acre park located right along the Ohio River offers a 1.2-mile paved trail, the 1.0-mile Sycamore nature trail, a playground and access to bank fishing on the Ohio River. Two shelters and Fernbank Lodge are reservable. Part of Cincinnati Parks and Great Parks of Hamilton County
Mt. Tabor Alpaca Farm
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Mt. Tabor Alpaca Farm
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An 89-acre farm located in the rolling Southeast Indiana countryside, Mt. Tabor Alpaca Farm is a great destination for groups of all ages! This popular agritourism spot is... Read more
An 89-acre farm located in the rolling Southeast Indiana countryside, Mt. Tabor Alpaca Farm is a great destination for groups of all ages! This popular agritourism spot is home to a large herd of alpacas, the gentle animals prized for the super-soft fiber. Somewhat similar to llama in appearance, domesticated alpacas are... Read More
Lawrenceburg Speedway
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Lawrenceburg Speedway
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Located at the Dearborn County Fairgrounds, the Lawrenceburg Speedway is famous among area racing enthusiasts who flock to the track on Saturday nights for sprint car,... Read more
Located at the Dearborn County Fairgrounds, the Lawrenceburg Speedway is famous among area racing enthusiasts who flock to the track on Saturday nights for sprint car, modified and pure stock racing at its best.
Liberty Country Club
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Lawrenceburg Ice Skating Rink
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Lawrenceburg Ice Skating Rink
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Lawrenceburg’s Winter Wonderland Ice Rink offers a pavilion with a protective roof over the rink, a fire pit for warming cold hands, indoor restrooms and skate rental... Read more
Lawrenceburg’s Winter Wonderland Ice Rink offers a pavilion with a protective roof over the rink, a fire pit for warming cold hands, indoor restrooms and skate rental included with admission.
Scallywag Tag
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Scallywag Tag
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Families can enjoy a two-story story laser tag arena, 18 hole black light mini golf, arcade games, Top Sail Tavern (a sports bar for adults) and a snack bar with pizza,... Read more
Families can enjoy a two-story story laser tag arena, 18 hole black light mini golf, arcade games, Top Sail Tavern (a sports bar for adults) and a snack bar with pizza, sandwiches and wings.
Pendleton Art Center
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Pendleton Art Center
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The building housing the artists of the Pendleton Art Center in Rising Sun, Indiana was erected in the late 19th century as Gibson Hardware Store, then becoming a small... Read more
The building housing the artists of the Pendleton Art Center in Rising Sun, Indiana was erected in the late 19th century as Gibson Hardware Store, then becoming a small parts and engine repair store during the mid-20th century. In 2000 the city of Rising Sun sold the building to the Pendleton Art Center of Cincinnati as part of... Read More
Dunham Golf Course
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Dunham Golf Course
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An ideal short course for the new player learning the game or the skilled player sharpening iron play, Dunham’s seven par threes and two par fours provide the perfect mix... Read more
An ideal short course for the new player learning the game or the skilled player sharpening iron play, Dunham’s seven par threes and two par fours provide the perfect mix of challenge and fun. 9 Holes, Par 29 – 1,310 yards Practice Green
Hillforest Mansion
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Hillforest Mansion
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Hillforest, overlooking the Ohio River, was the home of industrialist and financier Thomas Gaff and his family between 1855 and 1891. Shipping and riverboats were... Read more
Hillforest, overlooking the Ohio River, was the home of industrialist and financier Thomas Gaff and his family between 1855 and 1891. Shipping and riverboats were significant elements of the Gaff business and are reflected in the architecture of the home. Note the third floor belvedere resembling a pilot house. The style is... Read More