Canal Winchester is a quaint village with a long history. Some of the attractions in the town and around the area include the Barber Museum and Hall of Fame, Mid-Ohio Doll and Toy Museum, Motts Military Museum, and the Slate Run Historical Farm. The area is also home to an historic covered bridge.
The Barbershop Museum in Canal Winchester is a unique museum transporting visitors back to the time when barber poles were found on every main street in every town. The Barbershop Museum has a fine collection of old barber equipment including tools of the trade, barber chairs, window signs, shaving mugs, and more. The museum was opened and is operated by Ed Jeffers who has acquired the collection over the past 20 years.
The Canal Winchester Area Historical Society Museum is focused on preserving the treasures associated with local history. The historical society complex consists of the Hocking Valley "Queen of the Line" railroad depot with cabooses, and the O.P. Chaney grain elevator, both of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Also part of the Canal Winchester Area Historical Society Museum is the one room Prentiss School and a monument dedicated to Civil War Pvt. Alfred Cannon.
The Mid-Ohio Historical Doll & Toy Museum houses thousands of rare and collectible dolls, dating from the 1600s through today, all creatively displayed. Of special interest is the miniature circus created by Charles Russell, the Lionel Train Display and much more. The museum is an experiance of historical, educational and cultural significance.
Hours:
April 1 to December 15: 11am-4:30pm; Closed: Sun, Mon, Tue
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