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Marietta is a city in and the county seat of Washington County, Ohio, United States. During 1788, pioneers to the Ohio Country established Marietta as the first permanent settlement of the new United States in the Territory Northwest of the River Ohio. Marietta is located in southeastern Ohio at the mouth of the Muskingum River at its confluence with the Ohio River. The population was 14,085 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Marietta
1. Campus Martius Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By happyegghead - Chicago, Illinois
This museum has great exhibits on local history dating from prehistoric times to 19th century and beyond. The colonial history is well presented as is the early settlement of the town. I found the Appalachian Migration exhibition downstairs of particular interest and very informative. It was well presented and highlighted the descendants of the Scots Irish who populated the Appalachian regions and their move from rural to urban environments- if you read "Hillbilly Elegy", this will fill in the gaps of history of which you may not have been aware. They have an excellent exhibit of how Americans innovated European technology to adapt to the New World, and some very interesting Civil War materials. I only wish I had more time to spend there!
2. Mound Cemetery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By Ekehl - Manassas, Virginia
I like historical cemeteries and I'm so glad we took to the time to visit the Mound Cemetery. There are brochures by the gate. We walked around the cemetery and to the top of the mound. It was very peaceful and thoughtful.
3. Peoples Bank Theatre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 40 reviews
A history of great entertainment! Beautifully renovated and painstakingly restored to its early 20th century splendor, Peoples Bank Theatre features a full calendar of national headline entertainers, live music, movies, and theatrical productions in downtown Marietta, Ohio. Box office open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday and 1-2 hours prior to show times.
Reviewed By Myrna6376 - Marietta, Ohio
I have been to the newly remodeled theatre and love, love,love being able to stay in my home town for great entertainment...keep up the great work!Thank you so much! We're so glad to hear you've enjoyed your experience at Peoples Bank Theatre, and we hope you'll join us for another show soon.
4. The Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By Pepsi38 - Hilliard, Ohio
Oh, my - this place is a stunning example of the mid-1800's era. It is a restored home pertinent to the life lived in those times. From the early beginnings of a potters' cabin to the mansion it is today is a worth-while tour!!!! The guides were very knowledgeable. It was quite a surprise to start with the front door and end up back in time - to the potters original home. Quite an insight to save his contribution to history. There are a number of surprises within this tour. Not to be missed!!!!!
5. Ohio River Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By JordanF - Columbus
The highlight of this museum is the tour of an old steamship stern wheeler. You can only see it with a tour, so ask about that when you arrive. The rest of the museum is interesting and fun. Buy the ticket that also gets you in the Campus Maritus museum, so it's only $9 per person total.
6. The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Assumption
Overall Ratings
5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By MaryinSFL - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Glad to have meet Fr. Mike before entering and shared a funny story. Once I entered....wow, the sense of clam and peacefulness was so present. The art work and the display of artifacts added to a wonderful experience.
7. The Riverside Artists Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By mjpk25 - Parkersburg, West Virginia
although this is a small gallery, so is the town of marietta...that being said, it offers unique, beautiful art in various mediums...a lot of talent displayed here...
8. Oak Grove Cemetery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Freeman-315 - San Diego, California
I don't know why I've grown intrigued and attracted to graveyards. Perhaps its my recent world travels and noticing of them, or perhaps its my older age preparing me for what's to come. In any case, after being born and raised in Marietta, I paid a visit to this cemetery for the first time since moving away almost 40 years ago. An hour there with friends didn't give me all of the inside scoop, like whether there's bathrooms or not, but it sure did impress me as a neat place worth visiting. The place is free of course, and there's usually adequate parking on the street near the entrance.
For those with loved ones buried here, it may seem like a solemn place. For me though, it was a park like area with amazing stones, people, and old history filling it. My friends and I looked for the oldest and neatest monuments, as one does at any graveyard, finding many (deaths) from the 1800's, but never succeeding to break the prior century. Still, there's enough of a mix of old, eroded flat stones, new gorgeous engraved monuments, and fancy towers to entertain one for hours. What distinguishes this graveyard though, is the natural setting.
The cemetery is well shaded, hilly, and offers wonderful paved paths suitable for walking or jogging. And in the middle, is a noticeable hill with a monument on top designating the cemetery. Most of all, the view and peacefull setting from this hill is mesmerizing. During my summer visit, I was still able to see part of the river and surrounding town hills. When the leaves drop though, I'm told that the view is panaramic and gorgeous. Here, on this hill top, is a wonderful place to come and enjoy peace, quiet, and maybe some prayer time with your maker. And if the prayers and surrounding stones below don't give you a better perspective of your problems, priorities, and values in life, then you can get your admission price back.
With all due respect for the many good people lying here, I believe they wouldn't mind having others appropriately enjoy their nice neighborhood. Whether you're a local seeking a good place to walk or a visitor looking for an outdoor activity in Marietta, this is a worthwhile, pleasant, easy, interesting, place to visit.
9. Historic Harmar Village
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By cheryl h - Durham, North Carolina
First I need to say that they have a strange schedule for when things are open.
- some shops open thurs-sun, May-December
- other shops are open Jan-Apr
The other attractions also had strange hours in different months so it would be best to check their website or call before you plan a trip to make sure you see what you are interested in.
The village offers the Historic Harmar bridge, speciality stores, antiques, museums, historical homes, dining and pubs. It was originally established in 1785 as Fort Harmar and has the only working hand operated railroad bridge in america. I loved their Train Station Antiques that is in 3 vintage railroad cars.
10. Children's Toy & Doll Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 5 reviews
The Toy and Doll Museum provides a glimpse into the past of what entertained and educated children in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The museum has nine rooms of various displays containing vintage toys, dolls, dollhouses and collectibles for all ages. Each room has a specific central theme such as the Circus Rm., International Doll Rm., a Library, Transportation/Christmas Rm., Children's Play Rm and a Display Rm which rotates new displays every two years. There is something for all generations to view and appreciate. Group tours of 10 or more may be arranged by appointment. Museum is open May-Oct.
Reviewed By Gatorzman - Tampa, Florida
This museum was a bit of a disappointment; mainly because the price per person doesn't match the short amount of time most take to cover the various rooms. Four of us, all in the same family, went there thinking we could get the family rate of $10. Unfortunately it was explained we had to be immediate family and the lady wouldn't listen we were immediate family; just older. We decided not to argue over $6. The museum is in an old home and most items were donated by local residents. Some items are labeled. There were a few things we enjoyed looking at, but there just wasn't enough to constitute charging $4/person. Two in our family finished with the entire collection in about 15-20 minutes. The other two were done in 30-35 minutes. Several of us felt many items could be seen at an antique shop for free.
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