Things To Do
ACTIVITY- The Ohio State Reformatory
The Ohio State Reformatory is a historic prison and the filming location of IMDb’s all-time highest-rated film, The Shawshank Redemption! You can tour all 250,000 square feet of the prison and learn about its history, Hollywood connections, and paranormal activity Click on the link below to explore tour options. We recommend booking early! They are also having a vintage motorcycle event June 6-7 called Party at the Pen Show. Copy this link for more information/to book tickets: https://east.partyatthepenshow.com/
ACTIVITY - Mid-Ohio Race Track
Sports Car course with a big racing event during our wedding weekend (June 5-7) Event name: O’Reilly Auto Parts Four Hours of Mid-Ohio (IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge) Visit the website below for additional information/to book tickets.
ACTIVITY - Kingwood Center Gardens
Former estate grounds spanning 47 acres renowned for its distinctive floral displays, unique plant specimens, woodland trails, historic mansion, and botanical gardens.
ACTIVITY - Richland Carrousel
Historic Carrousel - all 52 figures were designed, carved and painted by Carrousel Works in Mansfield, Ohio.
ACTIVITY - Axe Social Lounge
Axe Throwing lounge that is walkable to local restaurants and bars.
ACTIVITY - Mohican State Park
Ohio State Park with hiking trails and other outdoor activities. It's about 35 minutes from Mansfield.
RESTAURANT - Hudson & Essex
Local fine dining restaurant and location of our Welcome Party. You can make a reservation on their website which is linked below.
RESTAURANT - Dan Lew Exchange / DLX
Local Asian fusion restaurant. If the weather is nice we recommend sitting on the patio!
RESTAURANT - Dairy Land
Local drive-up ice cream shop and diner where Caroline worked as a Car Hop in high school! Caroline's favorites: Entrees: Southwest Grilled Chicken Sandwich or Shredded Chicken Sandwich Sides: Chili Cheese Fries or Onion Rings Dessert: Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae or Chocolate Milkshake
RESTAURANT - Uncle John's Place
A restaurant known for their cheeseburgers and cheesesteaks. Family owned and operated since 1971.
RESTAURANT - Coney Island Diner
Mansfield's oldest restaurant, known for historic 1916-recipe coney sauce, chili cheese fries, and all day breakfast.
RESTAURANT - Wokano Japanese Steakhouse
Japanese hibachi restaurant and sushi bar 5 minutes drive from the hotel.
RESTAURANT / WINERY - The Blueberry Patch
Cafe/Winery on a 37 acre Blueberry plantation featuring items like blueberry donuts and blueberry wine.
RESTAURANT/BAR - MVP's Sports Bar and Grille
Local sports bar with good bar food - we recommend the Rueben!
BREWERY - The Phoenix Brewing Company
Local brewery in the restored former Schroer Funeral and Mortuary Home. Offers 16 taps of hand-crafted, award-winning beers brewed on-site, and features local Ohio wines and spirits.
BAR - Martini's On Main
Local cocktail bar with a wide range of drink options and brick-oven pizza.
COFFEE SHOP - Relax, It’s Just Coffee
Local neighborhood coffee shop with high quality custom roasts and house-made baked goods.