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The Ridges is a 700-acre historic property across the Hocking River from Ohio University's Athens campus. Visitors explore the Ohio Museum Complex and Kennedy Museum of Art, housed in renovated buildings on the grounds. The site features an Ohio University observatory where the public can attend telescope nights. Hiking trails and birdwatching areas span more than 500 acres designated for recreational use. Self-guided cell phone tours allow visitors to follow GPS instructions and learn about specific stops throughout the property. Historical walking tours led by staff provide guided experiences across the landscape. The Ridges combines cultural attractions, outdoor recreation and educational programming in a single location. The property's mix of museums, observatory access, trails and walking tours makes it suitable for visitors interested in art, nature, history and astronomy.
Hours: Mon–Sun: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMHours via Google Maps
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2 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Aug 24 – Oct 23Event
Two concurrent exhibitions in the RTEC building celebrate the lifelong dedication to ceramics of two recently retired professors from the School of Art + Design, open and free to the public.
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“on view from August 24 through October 23, 2026”
Oct 6 – Dec 18Season
An exhibit on the 2nd floor of Alden Library explores how textiles and tactile materials in bookmaking—from silk and linen to hand embroidery—have personalized the book experience throughout history and in contemporary artists' books.
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“Dates: October 6, 2026 – December 18, 2026”
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1 miAthens
Mon: Closed; Tue: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Wed: 2:00 – 6:00 PM; Thu: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Fri: 2:00 – 6:00 PM; Sat: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sun: Closed
Hours via Google Maps
Athens
Wednesday–Friday 10 am–4 pm, Saturday 12 pm–4 pm
Within 25 miles of The Ridges. Dates and wording are each venue’s own.
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