Did you know that Ohio is home to not one, but two, restored canal towns? (You can read about another one here.) It’s true—and they’re unbelievably charming.
Roscoe Village in Coshocton, Ohio is a charming canal town Ohio history buffs will absolutely love. Complete with horse-drawn canal boat rides, living history tours and old-fashioned shops, this is one town everyone in Ohio needs to explore at least once. Even if you don’t consider yourself a history buff, you’ll fall in love with the old world charm and beautiful surroundings. Take a look:
Close to some of the most scenic parts of Ohio Amish Country, you’ll find this historic village that’s a true Ohio gem.
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook It’s one of the most beautiful parts of Coshocton, attracting visitors from near and far.
Upon arrival, you’ll want to stop at the Visitor Center, where you’ll find parking, tickets and other information.
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook It’s located at 600 N Whitewoman St., Coshocton, OH 43812.
Roscoe Village is a restored 1830s canal town full of fun places to explore. When you’re here, you’ll feel as if you’ve temporarily stepped back in time.
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook Even all the shops reflect the era. You’ll find the most unique gifts here.
Pictured below is the Abigail Birch & Company, (formerly known as the Caldersburgh Trading Co.), a stylish boutique you’ll want to spend some time exploring.
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook You’ll find it at 416 N. Whitewoman St. Coshocton, OH 43812.
Guided living history tours are offered via reservation from January - March. From April - May, you can take a 1 p.m. guided tour on Monday - Sunday.
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook Rates start at $10.95 per adult, $9.95 per seniors and $4.95 per student. For more living history tour information, click here.
You can even take a horse-drawn canal boat ride at Roscoe Village. It’s a pretty amazing experience.
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook Canal boat rides are offered Memorial Day - Labor Day at various times on Tuesday - Friday and Saturday - Sunday. After Labor Day, rides are offered only on the weekends until the third weekend in October. For more information, click here.
While you’re in town, we recommend eating at Warehouse Steak n’ Stein. You’ll find it at 400 N Whitewoman St., Coshocton, OH 43812.
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook With a legendary location, legendary entertainment and legendary onion rings, pinwheel steaks and pork tenderloin sandwiches, the Old Warehouse in the Historic Roscoe Village is a must-try.
In the fall, you’ll want to attend the annual Apple Butter Stirrin’ Festival, which celebrates the magical autumn season.
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook This year’s festival takes place on October 19 - 21. Don’t miss it!
During the holiday season, the town is even more magical. If you want an old-fashioned Christmas experience, consider visiting Roscoe Village during the month of December.
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook Each year, the town celebrates with a Christmas Candle-lighting (pictured), special tours, carriage rides and other events.
Have you ever been to Roscoe Village before? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!
Historic Roscoe Village/Facebook
It’s one of the most beautiful parts of Coshocton, attracting visitors from near and far.
It’s located at 600 N Whitewoman St., Coshocton, OH 43812.
Even all the shops reflect the era. You’ll find the most unique gifts here.
You’ll find it at 416 N. Whitewoman St. Coshocton, OH 43812.
Rates start at $10.95 per adult, $9.95 per seniors and $4.95 per student. For more living history tour information, click here.
Canal boat rides are offered Memorial Day - Labor Day at various times on Tuesday - Friday and Saturday - Sunday. After Labor Day, rides are offered only on the weekends until the third weekend in October. For more information, click here.
With a legendary location, legendary entertainment and legendary onion rings, pinwheel steaks and pork tenderloin sandwiches, the Old Warehouse in the Historic Roscoe Village is a must-try.
This year’s festival takes place on October 19 - 21. Don’t miss it!
Each year, the town celebrates with a Christmas Candle-lighting (pictured), special tours, carriage rides and other events.
For more canal town adventures in Ohio, check out our previous article: The Little Town In Ohio That Might Just Be The Most Unique Town In The World.
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Address: 400 N Whitewoman St., Coshocton, OH 43812
