THINGS TO DO
IN DOWNTOWN LANCASTER
Art & Clay
150 W. Main Street
A unique art studio and social enterprise at its finest, Art and Clay has something for everyone. Paint your own pottery or sign up for a variety of art classes in a cozy and eclectic setting that will inspire your inner artist.
Decorative Arts Center of Ohio
145 E. Main Street
Enriching human experience through the arts with inspiration, passion and imagination. The Decorative Arts Center of Ohio is located in the historic Reese Peters house and hosts world class exhibits throughout the year.
Fairfield County District Library
219 N. Broad Street
Our community library offers more than just books. Enjoy special events and activities for the whole family. Most programing is free and of course, educational! Take some time to enjoy our library.
Fairfield County Visitors Center
158 W. Wheeling Street
Looking for great things to do throughout the county? Our friends at Visit Fairfield County are the experts in all of the treasures our county has to offer. From covered bridges to wineries and breweries, this is your best stop to find out what’s going on throughout the community.
Firehouse Park
210 E. Chestnut Street
Looking for an expansive playground for kids to burn off some energy while Downtown? Firehouse Park has playground equipment for all ages and a basketball court next to historic Engine House #1. Picnic Tables allow for great snacking areas within a stone’s throw away from this working engine house. If your littles enjoy shiny red trucks and the heroes who drive them, this is a wonderful spot!
Georgian Museum
105 E. Wheeling Street
Discover the charm and treasures of the Georgian Museum. This beautifully restored Federal style architecture in the National Register Historic District has been called on of the fines house museums in Ohio. View period furniture and decorative arts of the 1830s and hear stories of some of Lancaster’s early residents.
Hadouken Barcade
122 N. Columbus Street
A bar featuring vintage arcade games and craft cocktails.
COMING SOON!
Lancaster Axes
107 N. Columbus Street
Indoor Axe Throwing lounge.
MermGoddess Tattoo Studio & Gallery
130 S. Columbus Street
Tattoo Studio and Art Gallery
Mud Gallery
123 N. Columbus Street
Mud Gallery features Primitive Mud Pottery and Playshops by Teresa Speakman and is host to select local Ohio artists. Also home to Full Circle Peace, offering mindfulness and compassionate Communication practices.
Visit Website | Visit Facebook | Visit Instagram | Get Directions
Ohio Glass Museum and Glassblowing Studio
124 W. Main Street
Stop by to experience the rich history of glass in Lancaster. Revolving exhibits, a spectacular gifts shop, and glass blowing demonstrations and classes make this an experience you don’t want to miss!
Rise Up Arts Alliance
224 S. High Street
The Rise Up Arts Alliance is a non-profit organization that focuses on a positive educational process that can help students become better readers, learners and contributors to society. They present productions of plays and musicals. They believe the arts are essential to creating healthy, vibrant and safe communities. Also a way to communicate and connect with others even if we have different social, cultural or economic backgrounds.
Sherman House
137 E. Main Street
Located in historic downtown Lancaster is the home of a remarkable family that dates all the way back to the early 1800s. The Sherman House Museum is the birthplace of General William Tecumseh Sherman and his brother U.S. Senator John Sherman and has been a memorial to the family since 1951. Now a museum, guests are invited to tour this unique site to view authentic Civil War items, experience interactive displays and replica field tent, and learn more about the boys who would grow up to change history.
The Mill Event Center
137 E. Main Street
The Mill Event Center is located in Lancaster’s historic downtown district and unlike any other event space in the area. Beautiful. Affordable. And customizable. With 6000 square feet, the Mill Event Center hosts everything from weddings and galas, to corporate events and concerts.