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Things To Do in Centerville: Centerville Historical Society#1 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Centerville Historical Society
89 W Franklin St Dayton OH - 937-433-0123
~0.14 miles from Centerville city center
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Things To Do in Centerville: Montgomery County Fairgrounds#2 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Montgomery County Fairgrounds
1043 S Main St Dayton OH - 937-224-1619
~0.98 miles from Centerville city center
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To learn more about the fairgrounds like directions and a schedule of events, please contact them at:www.montcofair.comor1043 South Main StreetDayton, OH 45409-2797(937) 224-1619
Things To Do in Centerville: Kettering Breast Evaluation#3 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Kettering Breast Evaluation
2591 Miamisburg Centerville Rd Dayton OH - 937-299-0099
~3.15 miles from Centerville city center
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Things To Do in Centerville: Cox Arboretum and Gardens Metropark#4 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Cox Arboretum and Gardens Metropark
Dayton OH
~3.81 miles from Centerville city center
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Cox Arboretum MetroPark is a hands-on landscaping arboretum, bringing gardening, nature and horticulture to visitors of all ages and backgrounds. It is a truly unique place in our community to experience, learn, see, touch, and smell the natural beauty of the land.Features:189 acres of gardens and natural areas including:Shrub Garden with more than 500 different trees and shrubsWoodland Wildflower GardenRock GardenWater GardenClematis ArborCrabapple AlleeStonewall Perennial GardenMeditation GardenConifer CollectionBell Children's MazeEdible Landscape GardenConservation Corner (Prairie, Bird Blind) Praire Plants BrochureButterfly House and Garden (Butterfly House is a seasonal display)3.5 miles of walking trailsHistoryFounded on December 2, 1962, The ...
Things To Do in Centerville: Kettering Moraine Museum#5 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Kettering Moraine Museum
35 Moraine Cir Dayton OH - 937-299-2722
~5.57 miles from Centerville city center
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DescriptionFounded in 1962, the Kettering Moraine Museum and Historical Society was dedicated to the organization, collection and preservation of historical artifacts and memorabilia from the Kettering and Moraine areas. In addition to the artifacts, historic buildings have been donated and moved to the Museum site over the years. Originally the museum was managed by a dedicated director and an active group of volunteers and was open to the public on a regular schedule. Due to health issues of the director and declining Society membership, the Museum Society was disbanded in 2008. Realizing the value of these historic objects and structures, representatives from the City of Kettering, the city of Moraine and Dayton History began discussions on how best to preserve these treasures and e...
Things To Do in Centerville: Oakwood Historical Society#6 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Oakwood Historical Society
1947 Far Hills Ave Dayton OH - 937-299-3793
~5.94 miles from Centerville city center
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Things To Do in Centerville: Us Army National Guard#7 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Us Army National Guard
2555 County Line Rd Dayton OH - 937-256-4002
~6.23 miles from Centerville city center
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Established under Title 10 and Title 32 of the U.S. Code, the Army National Guard is part of the National Guard and is divided up into subordinate units stationed in each of the 50 states, three territories and the District of Columbia operating under their respective governors. The Army National Guard may be called up for active duty by the state governors or territorial commanding generals to help respond to domestic emergencies and disasters, such as those caused by hurricanes, floods, and earthquakes.With the consent of state governors, members or units of the Army National Guard may be appointed, temporarily or indefinitely, to be federally recognized armed force members, in the active or inactive service of the United States. If federally recognized, the member or unit becomes part...
Things To Do in Centerville: Carillon Historical Park#8 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Carillon Historical Park
2001 Patterson Rd Dayton OH - 937-293-2841
~6.69 miles from Centerville city center
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Carillon Historical Park is a 65-acre (26.3 ha) park and museum in Dayton, Ohio, which contains historic buildings and exhibits concerning the history of technology and the history of Dayton and its residents from 1796 to the present. The historical elements of the park were the brainchild of Colonel Edward Deeds. The major sections include settlement, transportation, invention, and industry.In 2005, Carillon Historical Park merged with the Montgomery County Historical Society to form Dayton History.
Things To Do in Centerville: Bergamo Center#9 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Bergamo Center
4400 Shakertown Rd Dayton OH - 937-426-2363
~6.89 miles from Centerville city center
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Bergamo Center for Lifelong Learning was founded in 1967 by the Society of Mary (Marianists) religious order. Bergamo was named after the childhood home of Pope John XXIII. Originally established strictly as a retreat house, Bergamo grew over the years to become a full-service retreat and conference center. Bergamo resides on the 150-acre campus of Mount Saint John, home to many Marianist of Ohio and numerous other Marianist projects.Bergamo Center for Lifelong Learning: a retreat and conference center founded in the tradition of the Roman Catholic Church and the Society of Mary, extends hospitality in a spirit of peace and renewal by providing a tranquil, natural environment in which individuals and groups refresh the body, expand the mind and renew the spirit.In the Marianist tra...
Things To Do in Centerville: Sunwatch Indian Village#10 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Sunwatch Indian Village
Dayton OH
~7.43 miles from Centerville city center
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SunWatch Indian Village / Archaeological Park is a recreated Fort Ancient Native American village that sits alongside the Great Miami River in Dayton, Ohio.Amateurs had found some materials at the site in the 1960s. The site was professionally excavated from 1971-1988. Findings from the archaeological work were used to help recreate the village. It was named Sun Watch because scholars believe that a complex of posts in the center related to astronomical measurements. The Fort Ancient culture people would have planned rituals around a solar calendar.The village was opened to the public as an open-air museum, and the site provides interpretive tours. Archaeological excavations are ongoing, with special opportunities for school groups and adult learners. Exhibits in the museum help interp...
#11 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
University of Dayton Arena
1801 S. Edwin C. Moses Boulevard Dayton OH
~7.58 miles from Centerville city center
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The University of Dayton (abbreviated and commonly referred to as UD) is a private Roman Catholic university operated by the Society of Mary located in Dayton, Ohio. The full-time undergraduate student enrollment is around 7,500, and total student enrollment is about 11,000.The University of Dayton is one of the ten largest Catholic schools in the United States and is the largest of the three Marianist universities in the nation. It is also home to one of the largest campus ministry programs in the world. The university offers more than 70 academic programs in arts and sciences, business administration, education and allied professions, engineering and law. It was first in the country to offer an undergraduate degree program in human rights.In 2006, the University of Dayton's entrepren...
Things To Do in Centerville: Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum#12 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum
Dayton OH
~7.78 miles from Centerville city center
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Woodland Cemetery and Arboretum (200 acres), located at 118 Woodland Avenue, Dayton, Ohio, is one of the oldest "garden" cemeteries in the United States.Woodland was founded in 1841 by John Whitten Van Cleve (July, 1801–6 September 1858), the first male child born in Dayton. He was the son of Benjamin Van Cleve and Mary Whitten Van Cleve. The cemetery began with 40 acres (160,000 m2) southeast of Dayton and has been enlarged to its present size of 200 acres (0.81 km2). Over 3,000 trees and 165 specimens of native Midwestern trees and woody plants grace the rolling hills. Many of the trees are more than a century old and 9 have been designated "Ohio Champions." The highest point in Dayton is within the cemetery, and during the Great Dayton Flood of 1913, it became a place of refuge.The ...
Things To Do in Centerville: University of Dayton#13 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
University of Dayton
300 College Park Dayton OH
~7.85 miles from Centerville city center
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The University of Dayton is a private Catholic university operated by the Society of Mary located in Dayton, Ohio.The University of Dayton (abbreviated and commonly referred to as UD) is a private Roman Catholic university operated by the Society of Mary located in Dayton, Ohio. The full-time undergraduate student enrollment is around 7,500, and total student enrollment is about 11,000.The University of Dayton is one of the ten largest Catholic schools in the United States and is the largest of the three Marianist universities in the nation. It is also home to one of the largest campus ministry programs in the world. The university offers more than 70 academic programs in arts and sciences, business administration, education and allied professions, engineering and law. It was first i...
http://www.udayton.edu
Things To Do in Centerville: America's Packard Museum#14 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
America's Packard Museum
420 S Ludlow St Dayton OH - 937-226-1710
~8.86 miles from Centerville city center
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America's Packard Museum is the world's only restored Packard Dealership operating as a museum.
http://www.americaspackardmuseum.org/
Things To Do in Centerville: Traveling Children's Museum#15 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Traveling Children's Museum
26 Brown St Dayton OH - 937-222-8646
~9.00 miles from Centerville city center
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During their “magical” experience children of all ages will gain an understanding of the many things in our daily lives which appear to be mystical.
Things To Do in Centerville: Dayton Convention Center#16 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Dayton Convention Center
22 E 5th St Dayton OH - 937-333-4700
~9.03 miles from Centerville city center
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Located in dowtown Dayton, Ohio, the Dayton Convention Center is the perfect venue for any type and size of event, with spectacular exhibit halls, meeting rooms, reception areas and over 100,000 square feet of elegant, functional space.From 30 to 3,500 your group will find the Dayton Convention Center a source of unlimited possibilities. Our flexibly-designed rooms are ideal for meetings, classes, banquets, receptions and more. Also available are two large exhibit areas and a 674 seat theatre. All rooms feature quality sound and lighting systems and can be prepared for A/V presentations, computer connections (to include wireless internet) even teleconferencing. All your food and beverage arrangements will be expertly handled by our exclusive caterer to suit your specific needs. Choose ...
http://www.daytonconventioncenter.com
#17 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
John Ankeney
505 South Orchard Lane Beavercreek OH
~9.09 miles from Centerville city center
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Things To Do in Centerville: Dayton Visual Arts Center#18 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Dayton Visual Arts Center
40 W 4th St # 101 Dayton OH - 937-224-3822
~9.13 miles from Centerville city center
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Dayton Visual Arts Center is a group of artists and art lovers who believe that a vital visuals arts community is essential to the life of the community in Dayton, Ohio. The center offers gallery talks, art exhibits, professional development workshops and other programs that support contemporary visual art.Since 1991, DVAC's gallery in downtown Dayton presents a full schedule of contemporary art exhibitions each year that are free to the public. The exhibitions include the annual Open Members' Show, the ARTtoBUY Holiday Gift Gallery, and a preview exhibition leading up to DVAC's annual art auction fundraiser.
Things To Do in Centerville: Us Air Force Reserve Recruit#19 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Us Air Force Reserve Recruit
9 E 4th St Dayton OH - 937-220-9042
~9.13 miles from Centerville city center
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The United States Air Force (USAF) is the aerial warfare, space warfare, and cyberwarfare service branch of the United States armed forces and one of the American uniformed services. Initially part of the United States Army, the USAF was formed as a separate branch of the military on September 18, 1947 under the National Security Act of 1947. It is the most recent branch of the U.S. military to be formed. In its 2010 Posture Statement, the USAF articulates its core functions as Nuclear Deterrence Operations, Special Operations, Air Superiority, Global Integrated ISR, Space Superiority, Command and Control, Cyberspace Superiority, Personnel Recovery, Global Precision Attack, Building Partnerships, Rapid Global Mobility and Agile Combat Support.As of 2009 the USAF operates 5,573 manned air...
#20 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
ANK Beavercreek Ankeney Complex
635 South Orchard Lane Beavercreek OH
~9.15 miles from Centerville city center
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Things To Do in Centerville: Aviation Trail#21 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Aviation Trail
Po Box 633 Dayton OH - 937-443-0793
~9.23 miles from Centerville city center
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Things To Do in Centerville: Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center#22 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center
Dayton OH
~9.33 miles from Centerville city center
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The Benjamin and Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center is a 2300 seat performing arts theater located in Dayton, Ohio.The Schuster Center hosts performances from local, national, and international performing arts groups. The Schuster Center hosts many famous Broadway hits such as Cats and Phantom of the Opera while still providing local shows such as the Dayton Ballet. The Schuster Center and Mead Theatre serve as the home of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra, the Dayton Opera and a portion of Victoria Theatre Association's Chase Broadway Series. The Dayton Ballet also stages large productions at the Schuster Center throughout the course of the year. A variety of other Dayton-area performing arts groups utilize the Schuster Center facilities as well.In the summer of 1998 the Execu...
Things To Do in Centerville: Victoria Theater#23 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Victoria Theater
Dayton OH
~9.39 miles from Centerville city center
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The Victoria Theatre is a historic 1,154-seat performing arts venue located in downtown Dayton, Ohio, USA.The Victoria Theatre was originally opened as the Turner Opera House in early 1866 before a massive fire consumed it in 1869.Two years later, in 1871, it was rebuilt again and the opera house went back to normal. But tragedy struck again in the major 1913 flood that destroyed Dayton along with the building. Again the theatre was rebuilt. But in 1918 a fire struck again. Turner Opera House was rebuilt again in 1919 but the name was changed to Victoria Theatre. For decades the theater thrived and was widely known all across Montgomery County, Ohio and Southwest Ohio. The theatre accommodates 1,154, with 635 seats in the orchestra, and 519 in the balcony. The stage proscenium meas...
Things To Do in Centerville: Montgomery County Historical#24 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Montgomery County Historical
224 N Saint Clair St Dayton OH - 937-228-6271
~9.45 miles from Centerville city center
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Montgomery County Historical Society is designated as official historian of Montgomery County, Ohio and Miami Valley heritage.In 1896, a group of citizens gathered at the Old Court House in Dayton, Ohio to create an organization dedicated to collecting and preserving the history of the Miami Valley. Their goal was to celebrate the city’s centennial by saving and converting Newcom’s Tavern, Dayton’s oldest building (ca. 1796), into the community’s first history museum. They called their organization the Dayton Historical Society.The society remained headquartered in Newcom’s Tavern for seventy-five years. In 1968, the society’s volunteers took a leadership role in the preservation of another outstanding community landmark, the 1850 Montgomery County courthouse, the nation’s best survivi...
Things To Do in Centerville: Dayton Cultural Center#25 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Dayton Cultural Center
216 N Main St Dayton OH - 937-223-2489
~9.46 miles from Centerville city center
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Dayton Cultural Center 216 North Main Street Dayton, OH phone: 937-223-2489 Working with schools, art and cultural organizations, and independent artists, the Dayton Cultural Center's goal is to enrich with city with a series of programs with traveling exhibits in the Reflections Gallery, cultural workshops, and performances.
Things To Do in Centerville: Dunbar House State Memorial#26 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Dunbar House State Memorial
219 N Paul Laurence Dunbar St Dayton OH - 937-224-7061
~9.46 miles from Centerville city center
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The Paul Laurence Dunbar House & State Memorial commemorates the life and work of Paul Laurence Dunbar, Dayton native and famed black poet.Paul Laurence Dunbar was born in 1872 to former escaped slaves. His father was also a US Civil War veteran.He published his first book of verse in 1892, and became internationally recognized as a writer in both dialect and standard English. Sadly, his health had never been good and he was diagnosed with tuberculosis in 1900. He died six years later, at 33 years of age.The Dunbar House was dedicated in 1936, and is notable for being the first state memorial to honor an African American.www.ohiohistory.org/places/dunbar/
Things To Do in Centerville: Dayton Art Institute#27 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Dayton Art Institute
456 Belmonte Park N Dayton OH - 937-223-5277
~9.77 miles from Centerville city center
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Celebrating 90 Years of Collecting, Interpreting and Celebrating Visual Art (1919-2009)MISSION STATEMENTThe Dayton Art Institute is committed to enriching lives and serving the community by creating meaningful experiences with art. An Historical Overview2009 marks the 90th anniversary of The Dayton Art Institute, one of the nation’s finest mid-sized art museums. Founded in 1919 as the Dayton Museum of Arts, the museum also operated a traditional art school. Its founding patrons included prominent leaders such as Orville Wright and the Patterson brothers, founders of NCR. Originally occupying an impressive mansion in downtown Dayton, the museum was quickly embraced by the entire community.During its first decade, the museum outgrew the mansion. Mrs. Julia Shaw Carnell,...
Things To Do in Centerville: Us Marine Corps Reserve#28 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
Us Marine Corps Reserve
410 N Gettysburg Ave Dayton OH - 937-268-3261
~9.98 miles from Centerville city center
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The United States Marine Corps (USMC) is a branch of the United States armed forces responsible for providing force projection from the sea, using the mobility of the United States Navy to rapidly deliver combined-arms task forces. It is one of seven uniformed services of the United States. In the civilian leadership structure of the United States military, the Marine Corps is a component of the United States Department of the Navy, often working closely with U.S. naval forces for training, transportation, and logistic purposes; however, in the military leadership structure the Marine Corps is a separate branch.Captain Samuel Nicholas formed two battalions of Continental Marines on 10 November 1775 in Philadelphia as naval infantry.[10] Since then, the mission of the Marine Corps has evo...
#29 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
National Museum of the United States Air Force
Dayton OH
~10.93 miles from Centerville city center
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Things To Do in Centerville: National Museum of the United States Air Force#30 of 30 Things To Do in Centerville
National Museum of the United States Air Force
Dayton OH
~11.01 miles from Centerville city center
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The National Museum of the United States Air Force (formerly the United States Air Force Museum) is the official National Museum of the United States Air Force and is located at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, near Dayton, Ohio. The NMUSAF is the world's largest and oldest military aviation museum. More than 400 aircraft and missiles are on display, most of them indoors. The museum draws over 1.3 million visitors per year and is one of the single most visited tourist attractions in Ohio. Admission is free.




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