Your Guide to Meigs County 2019 Celebrating 200 Years YOUR GUIDE TO MEIGS COUNTY 2019 2019 COUNTY MEIGS TO GUIDE YOUR The official tourism guide to Meigs County The Daily Sentinel Meigs County Chamber of 1 Commerce and Tourism 2 OH-70100997 YOUR GUIDE TO MEIGS COUNTY 2019 COUNTY MEIGS TO GUIDE YOUR Is Your Heart Broken by Addiction?? 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WelcomeWelcome to Meigs County, where you will findto rich Meigsthan what they are used to.County history, rolling hills, the beautiful Ohio River, and a close- So whether it is your first time in Meigs County or you are knit community that is “obnoxiously proud” to call this part a regular visitor, there are many “can’t miss” stops while you of southeastern Ohio home. This year is extra special, as we are here. From brussel sprouts at Court Grill (try them even are celebrating our Bicentennial! There are multiple events if you aren’t normally a fan of the green vegetable, trust us on planned throughout 2019 to celebrate 200 years of Meigs this one), to homemade pie at Millie’s (you can’t go wrong County. We are proud of our history and hope you will take here, they are all good), or a cold drink of Meigs County’s the time to read about some of it in this guide. own beer at Maple Lawn Brewery, there is plenty to enjoy One thing we love is the many visitors who come back when it comes to food and drinks. time and time again to enjoy the natural beauty and peaceful But Meigs County has more to offer. Take a drive through atmosphere we sometimes take for granted. If you ask any of the hills in the fall; visit Forked Run State Park in the summer our downtown Pomeroy merchants, as well as others across for a swim or a trip around the lake in a kayak; or catch a the county, they will tell you just how many out-of-towners glimpse of a passing boat while at one of the many parks and shop in their stores regularly. Anytime we go out to one of walking paths along the beautiful Ohio River. our big, local events it’s always fascinating to discover the number of folks who visit here from out of town. From the And don’t forget about the music. Whether it’s at Jorma Blues and Brews Bash to the Sternwheel Regatta to the Kaukonen’s Fur Peace Ranch, Charlie’s Red Star Barn, or Christmas shopping season, there are so many wonderful Court Grill, Meigs County is the place to find live music people who love to come here. Some grew up in Meigs throughout the year. County and love to revisit their roots every now and then. So whether you are coming to play for a day, or staying for Others started coming here years ago to hunt or to attend a while, Meigs County welcomes you. one of our popular festivals. What we hear the most is that they love the people and they love the beauty and uniqueness Meigs County Chamber and Tourism of our home. We may not have a hotel in the county but we 236 East Main Street have campgrounds, cabins, bed and breakfasts, and Airbnb Pomeroy, Ohio 45769 options. That’s part of what makes us unique. When people 740-992-2239 come here, they get to experience something a little different www.meigsohio.com YOUR GUIDE TO MEIGS COUNTY 2019 COUNTY MEIGS TO GUIDE YOUR Dusty Blues Gallery, Courtesy of the Pomeroy Blues and Jazz Society Dwayne Dopsie performs at the Big Bend Blues Bash. Rattlesnake Shake performs at the Big Bend Blues Bash as a crowd looks on. 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS 10 — This is Our Bicentennial 16 — Celebrate the Bicentennial with Us 18 — 200 Years of History Along the River 22 — Take a Tour of Our History 25 — Buffington Island: Ohio’s Only Civil War Battlefield 28 — Coffee, Eats and Tasty Treats 30 — Shop Your Way Around Meigs County 32 — The Beauty of Meigs County 106 Mulberry Avenue, Pomeroy, Ohio 740-992-2121 • www.ewingfuneralhome.net 34 — Celebrating 200 Years with Carnival Lights & Country Nights 35 — Camping in Meigs County 40 — Hitting the Links 41 — Music Along the River and in the Hills 42 — Riding Along the River This center is available for all your activities... Perfect for reunions, meetings & celebrations. 44 — Where to Stay Anytime you need a place to entertain. Call us today for more information. 45 — Calendar of Events 62 — Meigs County Chamber of Commerce Directory 2019 COUNTY MEIGS TO GUIDE YOUR 70 — Advertiser Index Your Guide to Meigs County 2019 Produced by The Daily Sentinel Coolville, Ohio 740-667-3110 • www.whiteschwarzelfh.com Your Guide to Meigs County is published in cooperation with the Meigs County Chamber of Commerce and Tourism. Cover photos by Gary We will be pleased to welcome your visit to our Coleman. Top: The Chester Courthouse; Bottom Left: facilities. We invite you to come in and see for Lovers Lane in the fall; Bottom Right: Buffington Island yourself how we have changed. Battlefield Memorial. Advertising and design by AIM We believe you will be happy with what you find. Media Midwest, Ohio Valley Publishing and The Daily Mike Putman & Kevin Schwarzel - Owners Sentinel. ©2019 The Daily Sentinel. All rights reserved. OH-70102538 5 April 26, 27, 28 Calendar of Events April 26, 2019 April 26, 2019 10:00 AM Parade Bicentennial Celebration Chester Shade 12:00 PM Time Capsule in Education Day Historical Association front of Courthouse 1:00 PM Reenactment Reenactors from all Annual Benefi t around the US will Dinner 6:00 PM Civil War Ball @ Wolfe Mountain demonstrate the life and Dinner followed by *Schedule subject to change. hardships of the people Meigs County historical of the 1860’s. There will For more info, times and presentations. updates please refer to The be demonstrations of Cost: $20 6:30 PM @ Meigs County Bicentennial soldiering skills, cavalry Meigs High School Facebook page. and artillery demos, and Cafeteria much more. Area schools 42091 Pomeroy Pike April 28, 2019 are encouraged to bring Pomeroy, OH 45769 Bicentennial Celebration their students for a fi eld Contact: Judy Buckley 740.985.9822 Civil War Reenactment trip. www.chestercourthouse.com 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM @ 1:00 PM @ Meigs County April 27, 2019 Meigs County Fairgrounds Bicentennial Parade & Fairgrounds 41850 Fairgrounds Lane Celebration 41850 Fairgrounds Lane Pomeroy, OH 45769 Pomeroy, OH 45769 Contact: Joe Barnhart Parade, time capsule, Contact: Joe Barnhart 740.416.6710 reenactment, vendors, food, 740.416.6710 Email: [email protected] music, and Civil War Ball. Email: [email protected] YOUR GUIDE TO MEIGS COUNTY 2019 COUNTY MEIGS TO GUIDE YOUR OH-70103372 6 If you love relating to nature, history and music, Meigs County is the right place to visit. Bordered by 57.2 miles of Ohio River frontage, Meigs County offers a beautiful place not only to enjoy boating and water sports, but also fi shing and wildlife. We invite you to come and enjoy the beauty of our county. With several family-friendly festivals that take place throughout the summer and rich historical places to check out, Meigs County is a unique place to visit. Charming communities along the river and a fl ourishing arts and music scene are all here for you to enjoy. Meigs County has several unique shops. Shops from primitive items and antiques to designer clothing and more. Our shops are all ran by some of the nicest business owners around who are quick to appreciate your business. As we have entered 2019, we have the distinct honor of celebrating our bicentennial. On January 21, 1819, the Ohio General Assembly passed an act to create Meigs County. The offi cial formation of Meigs County, the elec- tion of the fi rst county offi cials, and the fi rst county meetings, would not occur until April 1819. The Meigs County Bicentennial Committee has several events planned throughout the year with a weekend cele- bration starting April 27, 2019 at 10am with a parade. Check out the bicentennial Facebook page! It can be found at https://www.facebook.com/meigscounty200/ Many years ago, I worked for the railroad in central I am obnoxiously proud of Meigs County because Pennsylvania. I received many comments about my of the people who reside here. If one person needs dialect, which you have whether you believe it or not. One help, there are many who turn out to help. If one day a gentleman I was working with asked me where I person is struggling, many are there to pray for was from. I proudly responded, “southeastern Ohio” to them.