Caesar’s Creek Vineyards in Xenia

Rows of young vines bordered the gravel drive leading to the pole barn of Caesar’s Creek Vineyards.  I left a cloud of dust behind me,…

Halliday’s Winery in Lake Milton, Ohio

While driving to Pennsylvania to visit my brother and his family, I would notice several road signs advertising the wineries of northeast Ohio.  I was…

Deed’s Carillon, A Dayton, Ohio Landmark

Approaching Carillon Historical Park on a beautiful Sunday afternoon, I could hear the Westminster chimes tolling from the Deeds Carillon.  The spectacular sounds of “Over…

The Historic Carew Tower of Cincinnati

When I first moved to Cincinnati, I worked downtown for a contract research organization, Kendle International.  The company had offices on several floors of the…

The Historical Simon Kenton Inn in Springfield, Ohio

Growing up in Springfield, I was well aware of several historical names associated with my town.  From George Rogers Clark to Shawnee chief, Tecumseh, one…

Hathaway’s Diner, Then and Now

Update:  Please note that Hathaway’s has now closed. My first experience at Hathaway’s Diner was more of a Cincinnati induction than a breakfast.  It was…

Five Tips for Saving Money on Your Next Flight

I recently learned that Tuesdays are the best day to purchase airline tickets.  But did you also know that flying on Wednesdays will reduce your…

Mound Cemetery in Marietta, Ohio

History enthusiasts visit Mound Cemetery in Marietta for its large number of American Revolutionary War gravesites as well as its ancient Adena Mound.  The cemetery…

Piatt Castles: Mac-A-Cheek and Mac-O-Chee

Approaching the drive of Mac-A-Cheek Castle, I stopped in amazement of this beautiful limestone home located in West Liberty, Ohio.  Built by Abram Piatt between…

The Garst Museum – Currier & Ives

I remember the first time I set eyes on a Currier & Ives print was in Mrs. Hallum’s room at the Masonic Home.  My mother…