A Guide to Historic Marietta, Ohio Contributor(s): Sturtevant, Lynne (Author) |
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ISBN: 1540205924 ISBN-13: 9781540205926 Publisher: History Press Library Editions OUR PRICE: $29.69 Product Type: Hardcover Published: July 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - History | United States - State & Local - General - History | United States - State & Local - Midwest(ia,il,in,ks,mi,mn,mo,nd,ne,oh,sd,wi - Photography | Subjects & Themes - Historical |
Dewey: 977.198 |
Physical Information: 0.38" H x 6" W x 9" (0.81 lbs) 146 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Midwest - Geographic Orientation - Ohio |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Welcome to Marietta, the elegant Ohio River city where this state s history begins. Explore ancient earthworks, stroll shady brick streets lined with glorious Victorian mansions, wander through museums and kick back in a wide variety of restaurants and taverns. Venture into nearby West Virginia and visit Fenton, America s oldest art glass company; Blennerhassett Island, where Aaron Burr hatched a plot against the U.S. government; and Henderson Hall, the majestic great house of a former slave plantation all within fifteen miles of downtown Marietta. This informative guide will help you make the most of your time. It includes an overview of the area s rich history, maps, dozens of vintage and modern photographs and descriptions of the best sites and attractions the region has to offer including those that most visitors miss." |
Contributor Bio(s): Sturtevant, Lynne: - Lynne Sturtevant is the owner of Hidden Marietta, a tour company focusing on the town s fascinating past. A dynamic and popular speaker, Ms. Sturtevant offers presentations and special programs throughout the year. She is also the author of Haunted Marietta: History and Mystery in Ohio s Oldest City, available at fine shops and online. For more information or to contact the author, visit www.hiddenmarietta.com or www.facebook.com/pages/Hidden-Marietta. |