rivers, find yourself a seat on the levee and
watch old and new worlds pass before your
across and see the banks of West Virginia and above
the trees, watch airplanes depart from the airport, while
beneath them, see barges hauling freight up and down
the ohio River. What a contrast in time!
in Marietta. on the brick streets of Marietta on either
side of the Muskingum River in the Historic district,
find unique shops with welcoming shopkeepers, people
whose families may have owned the original shop 50 to
100 years ago. summertime means lots of activities are
held in the downtown area. On the second Friday enjoy
the Merchants & Artists Walks, bringing shopkeepers
and artists together to showcase everything from jewelry
to painting or musical performances. Enjoy the sounds
Armory square.
they're fast and they're loud! Enjoy speed spectacular
during July's Marietta Riverfront Roar. Come September,
take a step back in time when the annual ohio River
Sternwheel Festival celebrates life on the river.
learn about our history by visiting the ancient Indian
burial mounds or touring the Riverboat Museum; hike or
bike along our river path; get close to nature in Wayne
National Forest or one of the other outdoor recreation
facilities. The Marietta Washington County Convention
and Visitors Bureau have a complete list of things to
see and do while in the Mid-ohio Valley. To learn more
about Marietta, go to www.mariettaohio.org or call toll
free 1-800-288-2577.
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