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Built in 1823, the Chester Courthouse is Ohio's oldest
standing Courthouse. As the current home of the Appalachian Heritage
Center, the Courthouse is a repository of local history, genealogy, folklore and
artifacts.
The Chester-Shade Historical Association, who oversaw the
Courthouse's restoration between 1995-2001, currently administers various
educational, historical, period skills, cooking, and crafts classes and programs
at the Courthouse.
The Courthouse, which offers a gift shop and rotating
displays, is often the site for community activities, research programs, mock
trials, and special meetings. The courthouse is also home to
"Chester-Shade Days" held annually on the 3rd weekend in July in conjunction
with the Ohio State Harmonica Championship.
Chester Courthouse hours are: Monday and Saturday from 11am
till 4 pm, and by appointment for individual or group tours. Please call
740 992-2622 for Courthouse information. The Courthouse is currently
available to host events, meetings and can also be rented for weddings.
For more information on how you
can contribute to the preservation of this unique landmark, please call:
1-877-MEIGS-CO or 740-992-2622.
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