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History & Architecture

Springfield packs more history per block than cities twice its size. This weekend takes you from Ohio's only Smithsonian Affiliate art museum to Frank Lloyd Wright's meticulously restored Westcott House — with the Heritage Center, Hartman Rock Garden, and a great meal at Casa Centro in between. Come curious. Leave impressed.

HISTORY & ARCHITECTURE

2-DAY, 1-NIGHT

SATURDAY ARRIVAL

Day 1

 

MORNING

Start at the Springfield Museum of Art, Ohio’s only Smithsonian Affiliate. Immerse yourself in a world-class permanent collection and rotating contemporary exhibits.

LUNCH

Fuel up at Charlo’s Provisions & Eatery for elevated American Heritage comfort food.

AFTERNOON

Snag a "Champion City" tee at Champion City Guide & Supply, then step into the 1890s at the Heritage Center Museum. End the day at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Westcott House—architectural perfection, restored inch-by-inch.

EVENING

Dinner at Casa Centro. Modern Mexican, scratch-made cocktails, and historic Bushnell Building vibes.

 

Day 2

 

MORNING

Grab an acai bowl at Blended by J or a locally-roasted pour-over at Scout's Café.

AFTERNOON

Get lost in the Hartman Rock Garden, a folk-art masterpiece built from over 250,000 stones