Sites of
Interest
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One of the oldest cemeteries
along the National Road is in Zanesville, the Greenwood
Cemetery was built by the city in 1835. Originally
named 'City Cemetery' until 1885, numerous
politicians and other well known local citizens have been
buried here. The stone-arch which serves as the entrance
way to the grounds has been standing since 1887.
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Secrest Auditorium in downtown
Zanesville, a 1,806-seat facility that brings a
continuing series of touring plays and concerts under the
auspices of various civic groups. Ceramic tile adorning many of
its floors and walls, including a large mural illustrating
Zanesville's history, was produced by famous local tile
manufacturer (now closed) Mosaic Tile.
Contact: John Kunkel -334 Shinnick Street,
Zanesville, Ohio 43701 -740/454-6851
auditorium@coz.org
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Putnam Hill Park -Putnam Hill
Park Overlook has a volleyball net, two basketball hoops, an
oversized sliding board and play area. Best view of famous Y
Bridge. Off Pine Street north of West Main Street (U.S. 40).
740/455-0609
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Zane's Landing Park -Located
at the west end of Market Street in downtown Zanesville.
Features include the Bicentennial Monument, the Eternal Flame
Monument, and a recreational trail for walking, running, biking
and rollerblading. The Lorena Sternwheeler is docked at Zane's
Landing Park and offers daily rides during the summer months.
740/455-0609
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Dr. Increase Mathews House
Museum-304 Woodlawn Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701
740/454-9500 -Built in 1805, it is the oldest house in
Zanesville. Located in the Putnam Historic District.
Historic room settings, military room and Muskingum River
history display, quilts, coverlets and gift shop. Admission:
$2.00/person. Call for hours.
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Putnam Mansion 425 Woodlawn
Ave., Zanesville, OH 43701, Private, still occupied home built
in 1849 welcomes visitors on advance notice. Owners are noted
for their extensive collections of authentic period clothing,
antiques, toys and dolls.
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Putnam Presbyterian Church 467
Woodlawn Ave., Zanesville, OH 43701, Dates to 1807, when a group
of worshipers met in a tavern across the street form Dr.
Increase Mathews' house. Was the center of Abolitionist activity
during pre-Civil War years. Tours by appointment through the CVB
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Stone Academy 115
Jefferson St., Zanesville, OH 43701, 740-454-9500,
In the Putnam Historic District. Erected in 1809, its original purpose
was to serve as the legislative seat for the newly created State
of Ohio. Site of two conventions of the State Abolition Society
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Y
- Bridge - Downtown Zanesville - First built in 1814 to span the
confluence of the Licking and Muskingum Rivers. Current bridge
is the fifth construction at the same location. "Ripley's
Believe It or Not" proclaimed it "the only bridge in
the world which you can cross and still be on the same side of
the river". At the intersections of Linden Avenue, West
Main Street and Main Street (U.S. 40). Best viewing from Putnam
Overlook, located off Pine Street.
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Salt
Creek Covered Bridge-(Johnson's
Mill)-Arch Hill Road-3 miles east of Zanesville. Completed
in 1846, this 87-ft. bridge is the only remaining pure Warren
truss covered bridge in the world. Pedestrian traffic only. Take
US 40 E from Zanesville, turn left onto Arch Hill Road (at White
Pillars Christmas House) and proceed a couple of miles.
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