Excerpt from a past edition of OhioTraveler
This opportunity was offered in the past but may not be currently available.
Hidden Places Secret Spaces offers an inside look at unique locations throughout historic downtown Marietta.
“People don’t realize the wonders these empty buildings hold,” said Lynne Sturtevant of Hidden Marietta. “There is such a rich history to the area and each of these spaces has a unique story waiting to be told.”
Tiber Way (Butler between Front and Second Streets) – Built in 1900 with a curved front so that trains could get around it, Tiber Way has housed various businesses. The tour will cover the section that served as the Marietta Sanitarium.
316 Third Street – The Bosworth House – This wonderful downtown mansion was built in 1868. After the last private resident died in 1982, it became offices. Feel free to inspect it from top to bottom. This historic property is for sale.
243 Front Street – The Lock Keeper’s House –The Muskingum River locks were hand-cranked by a lock keeper on call 24 hours a day. His house served as his office as well as his residence. Marietta’s lock keeper’s house was the most elaborate and largest on the Muskingum. Come in and take a look around.
276 and 282 Front Street – American Flags and Poles and H. Rietz Company Antiques – featuring three stops in the historic Union Block – The Union Block has housed dozens of businesses and professional offices. Visit the warren of rooms on each business’s third floor and the basement of American Flags and Poles, which was the first floor before the street level was raised.
167 Front Street – The Marietta Brewing Company – Continue the Conversation – Join others and relax from 4 – 6pm in one of Marietta’s most beautifully restored historic buildings. Chat about local history, upcoming programs and downtown revitalization efforts. Cash bar. Drop-in and introduce yourself!
After the tour is completed there will be social time from 4-6 p.m. with a cash bar at the Marietta Brewing Company. During this time participants in the tour will be able to chat about local history, downtown revitalization efforts and upcoming Marietta Main Street or Hidden Marietta programs.
For more information call 740- 885-8194 or visit www.mariettaohio.org.
