Piatt Castles
07/17/21 • 39 min
Among Ohio’s many tourist destinations, the Piatt Castles situated in Logan County are truly treasured. Their native limestone blocks and intricately painted ceilings transport visitors to another time. Some come for the history, some come for the aesthetics. Few expect to have the kind of deep experience that leaves a person altered.
Come hear the tale from the museum’s director, Ms. Margaret Piatt. A descendant of the original owner, she offers an inside view of the historic space. Yet more than that, she shares the personal story of how she’s developed a fuller appreciation for the land on which it sits.
Come hear the compelling legend attached to one unassuming boulder located near the property. On separating fact from fiction, we come to learn a bit more of who we were, and perhaps who we might yet become.
Native tribes were forced from this region a long time ago. Along with them, let’s not lose the truth of their struggles, their hopes, their wisdom.
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Plan your visit to the Piatt Castle, Mac-A-Cheek by clicking here: https://piattcastle.org/
Among Ohio’s many tourist destinations, the Piatt Castles situated in Logan County are truly treasured. Their native limestone blocks and intricately painted ceilings transport visitors to another time. Some come for the history, some come for the aesthetics. Few expect to have the kind of deep experience that leaves a person altered.
Come hear the tale from the museum’s director, Ms. Margaret Piatt. A descendant of the original owner, she offers an inside view of the historic space. Yet more than that, she shares the personal story of how she’s developed a fuller appreciation for the land on which it sits.
Come hear the compelling legend attached to one unassuming boulder located near the property. On separating fact from fiction, we come to learn a bit more of who we were, and perhaps who we might yet become.
Native tribes were forced from this region a long time ago. Along with them, let’s not lose the truth of their struggles, their hopes, their wisdom.
If you enjoy this episode, please rate, review and subscribe on your chosen podcast platform. You can also find Ohio Folklore at:
Ohiofolklore.com
Facebook.com/ohiofolklore
And as always, keep wondering...
Plan your visit to the Piatt Castle, Mac-A-Cheek by clicking here: https://piattcastle.org/
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Transcript
Hello and welcome to Ohio folklore. I'm your host Melissa Davies. Today, we're exploring a tourist destination that's listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Just a couple of miles east of the town of West Liberty. An hour's drive northwest of Columbus. This location has drawn visitors for more than 100 years. Two imposing structures, one of which remains open to the public today inspire a sense of wonder, and a reprieve from the tired
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