Tuesday, March 14, 2017

50 Fun Things To Do In Gallia County


1. Borrow a bike from the Bossard Memorial Library and go for a spin.

2. Take a class at the Artisan Shoppe and Studio

3. Spend the afternoon in the Gallipolis City Park, toss a Frisbee or view the memorials

4. Take the Downtown Gallipolis Walking Tour

5. If you're 21 and older, stop by the Merry Family Winery and Craft Brewery for a taste of Southeastern Ohio made wine.

6. Catch a movie or live performance and some tasty food at Colony Club.

7. View the exhibits at the French Art Colony or take a tour of the historic home.

8. Learn about the Welsh Heritage of Gallia County at the Madog Center for Welsh Studies.

9. Book a tour of the Ariel-Ann Carson Dater Performing Arts Centre or attend a performance

10. Discover your roots at the Gallia County Genealogical Society, OGS Chapter.

11. Step back in time at the Adamsville Village in Rio Grande.

12. Challenge yourself at the Cliffside Golf Course.

13. Visit Bob Evans Farm Homestead Museum

14. Tour the Our House Tavern Museum to learn about Gallia County life in 1819.

15. Roll and jump into some fun at the Gallipolis Roller Bounce

16. Get the best view in town at Mound Hill Cemetery that overlooks Gallipolis, the Ohio River and West Virginia

17. The John Gee Black Historical Center will educate you on the traditions, culture, crafts, music and art of African-Americans from Southeastern Ohio's past and present.

18. Catch the latest films at Silver Screen VII.

19. Do some fishing or just enjoy the breeze of the Ohio River at our public access dock.

20. Drive through the countryside with the Gallia County Quilt Barn Trail

21. Attend a sporting event at the University of Rio Grande

22. Visit the local shops of Downtown Gallipolis.

23. Have a chat with the Gallia County Historical Society

24. Take a trail ride at Rio Valley Stables

25. Attend a performance by the Riverby Theatre Guild

26. Create your own sweet treat at Sprinkle and Pop

27. Don't miss wing night at Courtside Bar and Grill

28. Test your knowledge at the French Art Colony's Monthly Trivia Nights

29. Peruse the Raised Around Rio Farmer and Artisan Market

30. Have fun at the playground and picnic area at the Rio Grande Reservoir

31. Play soccer, hit up the monkey bars or throw a birthday party in one of the shelter houses at Raccoon Creek Country Park.

32. Learn about the history of the Silver Bridge disaster at the silver bridge memorial plaque and get a unique view of the Ohio River

33. Visit the Ohio Tattoo Museum

34. Take on the Gallia Hike and Bike Trail

35.  Go antiquing

36. Play cards at Next Level Gaming

37. Have a blast at Haskins Park

39. Practice your skills at the Skate park

40. Take a dip in the City Pool

41. Visit Skyline Bowling Center of Gallipolis and knock down a few pins

42. Check out the Elizabeth Evans Waterfowl and Bird Sanctuary

43. See the monuments dedicated to the original French 500 settlers to Gallipolis at the Pine Street Cemetery.

44. In Autumn, take the self guided Fall Foliage Tour

45. Take the Heritage Tour of Gallia County to learn about the founders of Gallia.

46. From May to September take the GCCVB's Passport Challenge Tour

47. In the summer enjoy the work of Gallipolis in Bloom in downtown Gallipolis

48. Let Boardroom46 help you create a one-of-a-kind sign

49. Be sure to come back to the Gallipolis City Park in December and see the Gallipolis in Lights Christmas display.

50. Stop by the Gallia County CVB and learn about all the fun events and programs we offer residents and guests!

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