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Ripley, Ohio, a picturesque village on the Ohio River Scenic
Byway in southwest Ohio, has a 55-acre National Historic
District. It is east of Cincinnati, a bridge or ferry away
from Kentucky Bluegrass country, all part of the Ohio River
Valley. Come and experience the welcoming hospitality of this
unique riverside town, rich in history, with a friendly river
town atmosphere. Brimming with history, from Tecumseh and the Shawnee to pioneers and the Civil War, this historic town is located on US 52, a part of the Ohio River Scenic Byway, the longest National Scenic Byway in the nation. Ripley gained a reputation throughout the United States for its strong beliefs in the abolition of slavery, and many of its citizens were active in the Underground Railroad movement.
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Upcoming Information The Ripley History Book Bicentennial 2012 Edition is now accepting family histories. Scroll down this page for more information. |
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Spring/Summer Events
June 15: Identity Theft Seminar, Open to the Public,
6:30, Library Visit the many restaurants in Ripley and the Farmers Market. Try the new eatery at 2nd and Main the River Breeze Corner Cafe. RIPLEY BICENTENNIAL IS AUGUST 3-5, 2012 |
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BICENTENNIAL BOOK INFORMATION
For A New History Book Being Planned For Ripley’s
Whether you’re new to Ripley or your family has lived here for
generations,
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All biographies must be received by November 1, 2010
email questions to ripleybook2012@yahoo.com 2012
Bicentennial Family Biography/History Quick Facts:
Ripley Bio c/o Phil
White or emailed to:
ripleybook2012@yahoo.com
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