Things To Do

Cooper's Mill Factory Tour - Bucyrus

Visit Cooper's Mill for an entertaining and educational tour through our factory. Learn about the history of Cooper's Mill and observe firsthand how delicious ripe fruits are cooked into our irresistible jams, jellies and apple butter. Our all-natural products contain no artificial colors, preservatives, or corn syrups. After the tour, be sure to visit our country market and gift shop where our complete line of products is available for purchase. Free samples are provided for your enjoyment! Tours of our factory are free and are available Monday through Friday between 9-11:30 a.m. and 1-2:30 p.m. Reservations for large and small groups can be made by calling 419-562-4215.

T & O C Railroad Station - Group Tours

Built in 1892, this restored Toledo & Ohio Central passenger station is open to the public. Now on the National Register of Historic Places, this structure has been restored by the Bucyrus Preservation Society. When visiting the station, you may hear the conductor telling the story of the building and the restoration project, including the beautiful stained glass windows. Tours may be arranged by contacting the Bucyrus Tourism and Visitors' Bureau. Talk about doing this as an event, as it is by prearranged appointment only, for tours!

Sears Woods State Nature Preserve

Marion Palace Theatre - Diamond Rio Concert - Nov. 2, 2018

Come see Diamond Rio play at Marion's own historic Palace Theatre. Friday, Nov 2, 2018 • 8pm Main Stage | Tickets $30, $36, $42, $48 *NOTE: A $1 fee will be added to each ticket purchased by a NON-MEMBER. Ticketing fees will be waived only for current 2018-2019 PCAA Members. Co-sponsored by Mid-Ohio Energy Cooperative, Inc. A Touchstone Energy Cooperative and PROCO Commercial Painting & Residential Insulation. Media sponsors The Marion Star and Buckeye Country 94.3. Supported by Ohio Arts Council.

Harding Memorial Monument - Marion, Vernon Heights Blvd.

Visit the tomb of former President Warren Harding and his wife, Florence. The former home is currently under renovations and closed to visitors but this monument is a striking site.

Abandoned Schools of Marion County Ohio - Self Guided Tour

Using your GPS and vehicle, enjoy a scavenger hunt experience, searching out old abandoned school houses or sites. Look up your finds online and learn some local history! Use the website as a guide.

Geocaching - Marion County Geotrail: Self Guided Adventure

Geocaches within the Marion County Geotrail ( MCGT ) in Marion County, Ohio. More fun exploring the county! Twenty three "hidden" gems in Marion County. Grab some friends and drive around with this list of interesting places.

Kuhn Fine Arts Gallery - OSU Marion

The Kuhn Fine Arts Gallery serves the The Ohio State University at Marion students, faculty, staff and Marion community. The Kuhn Gallery is located off the main lobby at the east entrance of Morrill Hall located at 1465 Mount Vernon Avenue, Marion, Ohio 43302. The gallery is free and open to the public. Looking to re-open Autumn 2018 Semester Map: http://osumarion.osu.edu/assets/marion/uploads/MarionMapPrintableUpdated6717.pdf

Disc Golf - OSU Marion Campus

Grab some frisbees, a bottle of water and some friends - OSU Marion is small but MIGHTY! Free to the public. OSU Marion Map: http://osumarion.osu.edu/assets/marion/uploads/MarionMapPrintableUpdated6717.pdf

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is a world of adventure that does a world of good. The Zoo is home to more than 9,000 animals representing 650 species from around the globe. Watch a polar bear swim above your head, meet the world famous gorilla family, say "G-Day" to the koalas, ponder the giant pachyderms and be amazed by the manatees. The Zoo provides more than $1 million annually to support over 70 conservation projects worldwide. A recreation and education destination that includes the 22-acre Zoombezi Bay water park and 18-hole Safari Golf Club, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium was named the number one zoo in America by USA Travel Guide. Open 10 AM - 5 PM in November

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens - Live Fire Sunday

Please note that the conservetory is an awesome trip in itself but November 4, 2018 is the last Live Fire Sunday event of the year! Check out live-fire cooking and sample food hot off the flames at these casual and entertaining cooking demos. On November 4, staff demonstrate how to make Moroccan ancient grain stew with root vegetables in the Rumford cooking fireplace and pita bread in the wood-fired oven. At the Live Fire Cooking Theater on the ScottsMiracle-Gro Community Garden Campus, Jim Budros and Conservatory staff demonstrate different cooking techniques the first Sunday of each month (May–November) from 1–4 pm using the wood-fired brick oven, Aztec grill, Big Green Egg, the fireplace or the campfire pit. No registration required.

COSI - The Science of Extraordinary Events

How can you not enjoy a Science Museum? COSI - The Science of Extraordinary Events! COSI is central Ohio's most unique and versatile event location. Our prime riverfront setting in downtown Columbus coupled with our magnificent architecture, world-class exhibit areas, and a mission to inspire, make us a venue that is unmatched in originality, versatility and value. Open from 10 AM - 5 PM W-Sunday in November

Day at The Mall - Easton Town Center

Easton Town Center is where Mike and Jessica end up shopping most often, when in Columbus OH. Lots of outdoor walking, interesting shops, good food and don't forget to watch the trains! Regular Hours: Monday-Thursday: 10:00 AM-9:00 PM Friday-Saturday: 10:00 AM-10:00 PM Sunday: Noon-6:00 PM