Neighborhood
Marietta Historic District (Marietta, Ohio)
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The Marietta Historic District encompasses several blocks of downtown Marietta, showcasing one of the finest collections of 19th-century architecture in the Midwest. Visitors can walk along brick sidewalks past restored commercial buildings, churches, and homes dating from the early 1800s. The district includes the Campus Martius Museum and the Ohio River Museum, offering deeper historical context. Distinctive features include the Gothic-style St. Mary's Catholic Church and the ornate Lafayette Hotel. A self-guided walking tour reveals architectural details like wrought-iron balconies and carved stonework, reflecting the city's prosperity as a river port.
Don't miss
- Admire the Greek Revival columns of the First Unitarian Universalist Church (1855)
- See the ornate cast-iron storefronts along Front Street
- Visit the Campus Martius Museum for pioneer history exhibits
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Marietta Historic District (Marietta, Ohio)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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