Known internationally for the outdoor gallery of gigantic historical murals lining the streets of downtown, Steubenville, Ohio ranks among the top tourist attractions in the United States. "Preserving a Piece of America" is the theme carried out by the project's guided tours. Right now there are more than 25 murals, and tourists can watch live artists at work from May to October each year, painting the city's history on its walls, larger than life.

Steubenville, home to Dean Martin, was Voted by Readers' Digest as one of the top 20 best places to live in the US, Steubenville is home to many interesting sites.

Steubenville was founded in 1797, and is home to Dean Martin. The stretch of Route 7 that snakes through downtown was renamed Dean Martin Boulevard, and each summer Steubenville hosts the Dean Martin Days Festival. Located in eastern Ohio, on the banks of the mighty Ohio River, Steubenville is the seat of Jefferson County . With a small population of just 20,000 people, The City of Murals is a quaint town, jam-packed with history.

Attractions:

THE MURALS

Steubenville's history is painted on outside walls all over downtown and Hollywood Plaza.

Tour maps available at Steubenville CVB office.

Steubenville CVB

120 South Third Street

Steubenville, Ohio 43952

740-283-4935

800-510-4442

OLD FORT STEUBEN

In 1787, Steubenville (Then Fort Steuben) became the gateway to the Northwest Territory, protecting government surveyors while they laid out the first 7 Ranges. The restored fort now hosts an archeological dig and the annual Fort Steuben Festival. Guided tours are available.

Old Fort Steuben Project, Inc.

P.O. Box 1787

Steubenville, Ohio 43952

740-283-1787

www.oldfortsteuben.com

info@oldfortsteuben.com

FIRST FEDERAL LAND OFFICE

Built in 1801, the first federal land office is a replica of a colonial home. Also located on the grounds is the massive 2 ½ ton bell from the Jefferson County Courthouse. Located next to Old Fort Steuben at 3rd & Adams Streets. Call for an appointment.

740-264-4534

CREEGAN'S ANIMATION FACTORY

Steubenville is home to one of the world’s largest manufacturers of animated and costume characters. Browse and shop at the craft shop and year-round Christmas Store.

The Creegan Company

508 Washington Street

Steubenville, Ohio 43952

740-283-3708

creegans@weir.net

www.creegans.com

FRANCISCAN UNIVERSITY OF STEUBENVILLE

Among sites to see at the University are The Portiuncula Chapel, a replica of the stone chapel that St. Francis of Assisi rebuilt;an outdoor creche; Marian Grotto; Tomb of the Unborn Child; and Stations of the Cross.

Franciscan Univ. of Steubenville

1235 University Boulevard

Steubenville, Ohio 43952

740-283-3771

www.franciscan.edu

www.franciscanconferences.com

THE MOUNTAINEER RACETRACK AND GAMING RESORT

Located in Chester, West Virginia, just 35 minutes north of Steubenville, you will find Gaming, horse racing, live entertainment, golf, and a spa/fitness center.

State Route 2 PO Box 358

Chester, WV 26034

800-804-0468

www.mtrgaming.com

UNION CEMETARY

Enjoy the beauty of the local cemetery that has historic headstones as well as more than 100 species of trees and flowering plants. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Maps available at cemetery office or Steubenville CVB office.

Union Cemetery

1720 Sunset Boulevard

Steubenville, Ohio 43952

740-283-3384

HISTORIC MOUNT PLEASANT

25 miles southwest of Steubenville, along the Ohio Scenic Byway, is Historic Mount Pleasant. Tour six historic buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Don't miss the Friends Yearly Meeting House, a Quaker meeting place built in 1814 that seats 2,000 people.

Mt. Pleasant Historical Society

P.O. Box 176

Mt. Pleasant, Ohio 43939

800-752-2631

http://users.1st.net/gudzent/index.html

www.ohiohistory.org/places/quaker

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