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shatter your expectations EXPLORE THE GLASS CITY
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Step back in time at Sauder Village, where you can experience life in Ohio from 1803 through the 1920s (above). Visit Steubenville for a lineup of familyfriendly events (opposite page) a visit to the nature preserve in the heart of Steubenville: Beatty Park. On the National Register of Historic Places, the park offers hiking and nature trails, disc golf, picnic areas as well as a StoryWalk that changes every month.
Then, take a tour of Historic Fort Steuben, a fully reconstructed 18th-century military fort with eight buildings that depict life on the Ohio frontier. The tour includes the adjacent First Federal Land Office, a log structure that served as a home office in the early 19th century. The fort hosts Ohio Valley Frontier Days on June 3 and 4 with reenactors, crafters, music, food and a fun scavenger hunt.
Steubenville’s downtown livens up during First Fridays on Fourth, themed street celebrations with live music, food, crafts, art and drama. June features medieval activities and costumes, while July celebrates freedom.
The life and music of native son Dean Martin are celebrated June 16 and 17 with a Dino Dash 5K, art show, Classic Car Cruise-In, parade, trolley rides, a Rat Pack Dinner Show and a video featuring Martin’s “Sweet Memories of Steubenville.”
Don’t miss the Holy Family Greek Fest with great food, music and dancing June 21 to 23. Summer concerts, outdoor markets and unique shops make Steubenville a great addition to summer plans. For