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Waynesville, Ohio

(a QuaintVillage)

   

This small town between Cincinnati and Dayton was founded in 1797 by Samuel Heighway, who wanted it to become the capital of the northwest territories.  Today, Waynesville calls itself "The Antiques Capital of the Midwest."  You can visit Heighway's log cabin and several others at Caesar's Creek Pioneer Village, a living history museum just outside of town.  

  

The Census shows that Waynesville is growing steadily.  Even if you aren't shopping for antiques of attending one of the festivals, there is plenty to do here and in this area: a major theme park, two state parks.  The Air Force Museum, in Dayton, is particularly popular, and admission is free.  Also see nearby Yellow Springs, another QuaintVillage.

  

Location

35 miles northeast of Cincinnati
17 miles south of Dayton
East of Middletown
On US-42, between I-71 and I-75  Map

  

Population

About 2,600

 

Features

Antique shops (many)
Art and craft galleries
Bed and breakfast inn
Caesar's Creek Pioneer Village (19th century village)

Scheduled events.  937-897-1120 

Caesar's Creek State Park (Visitors Center, camping,

boating, fishing, hiking, swimming, picnicking)

Cafes and restaurants
Campgrounds and RV parks nearby

Historic buildings
Hotels and vacation rentals in the area

Museums (two)

  

Hours

Main Street:  Tuesday-Sunday noon-5:00pm 
Pioneer Village:  Grounds open daily

  

Festivals

May:  Waynesville Arts Festival
July:  Ice Cream Social
August:  Blues & Barbeque
October:  Sauerkraut Festival
December:  Christmas in the Village

  

Recommended stay

1 day

  

Tourist information

Town government:  www.Waynesville-Ohio.org

Chamber of Commerce:  www.WaynesvilleOhio.com  513-897-8855

Merchants Association:  www.WaynesvilleShops.com

Warren County Convention and Visitors Bureau: www.Ohio4fun.org

Ohio Department of Tourism:  1-800-BUCKEYE (1-800-282-5393)

  
  

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This page was last updated on 10/20/2005 .
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