This was the first Quaker Meeting in the Northwest Territory. When the Northwest Territory opened for settlement, Quakers living in slave states in the south moved here to settle in what was a slave-free territory.

The school is located five miles west of the Belmont County Courthouse in St. Clairsville on the north side of the National Road. Visitors traveling on I-70 would use Exit 213 and follow Rt. # 40 West to Ohio University's Eastern Campus.

Ohio University Eastern Campus historic sites include the covered bridge located to the east of the university and the Great Western School. Dysart Woods is also an OU property.

Sandy Ridge Rd. (off Rt. 147, east of town) The plain federal style brick building seats 1,500. Built in 1878 to house the Ohio Yearly Meeting of Conservative Friends. The building contains a Quaker Heritage Museum. Open by appointment.

3200 Belmont St. (St. Rt. 7 to 26th St. exit. North on Belmont St. to 32nd.)

This 1880’s former Sheriff’s Residence is a museum to the county. Once housing each sheriff and his family, it is now home to artifacts and pictures telling the history of the many communities throughout Belmont County.

Features an extensive collection of publications, books, memorabilia and other articles. The exhibits portray what is known about slavery and the underground railroad in Ohio, and presents an understanding of the culture in the 1800’s.

I-70 Exit 216, go south on Rt. 9 approx. 3 miles – make a left on County Rd. 5. Go 3 more mile and barn is on the right side (down the hill) before Glencoe.
65020 Glencoe Rd, St. Clairsville

Dysart Woods, a 50-acre tract of old-growth oak forest, is the largest known remnant of the original forest of southeastern Ohio.

Chestnut & Church Streets. This 1902 “Chinese Gothic” native red sandstone church contains magnificent stained glass windows imported from Willet Studio in Pittsburgh, PA.

The school is located five miles west of the Belmont County Courthouse in St. Clairsville on the north side of the National Road. Visitors traveling on I-70 would use Exit 213 and follow Rt. # 40 West to Ohio University's Eastern Campus.

Historic Kirkwood is where Bridgeport roots were planted. It was Joseph Kirkwood (1784–1856) who established a settlement on the west side of the Ohio River. He was returning to the land father, Capt. Robert Kirkwood, had received in 1789.

I-70 Exit 202 - take Rt. 800 south through Barnesville. Continue 7 miles south towards Somerton. Barn is on the right at 56640 Somerton Highway, Barnesville.

I-70 Exit 208, go south on #149. Turn right (west) onto #147. At Bethesda 4-way stop, go south on #26. Travel through Bethesda on 26, staying on 26 about 3 miles to pond on left.

Ohio Bicentennial Barn in Belmont County is one of the 88 painted in each of Ohio’s counties. Scott Hagan of Jerusalem, Ohio painted all 88 barns. This one is located off I-70 Exit 208, go south on Rt. 149.

I-70 Exit 208, go south on #149. The barn is on the left located just before Barkcamp State Park entrance.

I-70 Exit 208, go south on #149. Turn right(west) onto #147. At Bethesda 4-way stop, continue west on #147. The barn is located approx.

Sandy Ridge Rd. (off Rt. 147, east of town) The plain federal style brick building seats 1,500. Built in 1878 to house the Ohio Yearly Meeting of Conservative Friends. The building contains a Quaker Heritage Museum. Open by appointment.

The Epworth Park Cottage Owners Association invites you to visit historic Epworth Park. The park continues to instill the peace and serenity which offers an escape from the fast-paced lifestyle that we know today.

Home to the area’s largest competitive handicap 5-person team bowling tournament with over $100,000 paid in prize money. Open bowling is always available. Open late every day!

Playground, Baseball/Softball field, Basketball Court, Amphitheater, Swimming Pool, Picnic tables throughout the park.