The quaint city of Lancaster is a nice place to visit. Here you will find wonderfully restored 19th Century architecture, well manicured city parks, fine dining, and all the amenities a visitor would expect to find in a mid sized American city. The city also has some interesting monuments and statues scattered around and strolling from one to another makes for a pleasant afternoon.
The somewhat optimistically named Mount Pleasant is part of a city park in Lancaster. Mount Pleasant rises up from the surrounding areas to a height of approximately 83 m / 250 ft. A trail leads to the top and expansive views out over the surrounding countryside greet the visitor. Depending on the day, you may see rock climbers ascending the sandstone face.
The Sherman House Museum in Lancaster was the birthplace of two famous brothers, General William Tecumseh Sherman and U.S. Senator John Sherman. The original structure was built in 1811 with several additions over the years. The Sherman House is decorated in period furnishings and contains some unique items such as a parlor set that belonged to General Ulysses S. and Julia Grant.
The Sherman House Museum is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is open to the public for tours.
Hours:
April 1 to November 30: 1pm-4pm; Closed: Mon
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
The Georgian Museum, sometimes just called The Georgian, is a restored 1832 mansion that was originally owned by the Maccracken Family. The home is furnished in period and includes some of the family's personal possessions. The home is operated by the Fairfield Heritage Association and also houses the Georgian Museum Gift Shop with rare books and other collectibles.
The Wahkeena Nature Preserve near Lancaster features ponds and forest, and protects birds and other wildlife while allowing for outdoor education. The preserve is located in an area adjacent to the Hocking Hills and encompasses the Black Hand sandstone cliffs.
The Wahkeena Nature Preserve is known for a wide variety of ferns and orchids. Visitors can tour the area on walking trails.
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