Knox County America250-Ohio

07/02/2026

Thank you to our friends at America 250-Ohio, Todd Klesmit and Taylor Tomu, for coming out for this special dedication. The only bell circle of its kind in Ohio, we are so excited to see the Let Freedom Ring Blue Star Family Bell Circle take its place at American Heritage Park.

07/01/2026

Great blog about Mount Vernon and its historical charm 🥰🤩

From dinner in downtown Mount Vernon to a quiet ride along the Kokosing Gap Trail and reflection at Ariel-Foundation Park, this easy Ohio getaway in Knox County blends history, scenery and charm.

06/27/2026

Great feature on our friends at the Knox County Historical Society. Visit every Thursday-Saturday 2PM-4PM, now through November. Wanna dive deeper into your local own local history? Call to schedule a time to visit with the volunteers or the Knox County Genealogy Society.

From Johnny Appleseed to Paul Lynde, this museum has artifacts of folklore, industry, and popular culture that tell a fascinating story.

06/27/2026

How exciting! See you on July 2nd! 🤩🇺🇸

06/25/2026

Ohio Goes to the Movies is bringing a massive 250-day statewide cinematic celebration to all 88 counties, highlighting films with Buckeye ties.

As part of the fun, Ariel-Foundation Park is hosting a special outdoor screening of Bye Bye Birdie on July 26 in tribute to Mount Vernon native Paul Lynde. Grab your blankets and lawn chairs for a great night celebrating local history!

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