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Logan Town Center is the traditional business and residential neighborhood at the heart of the City of Logan, the county seat of Hocking County.  Logan Town Center comprises more than half of the area of the original town of Logan, platted in the summer of 1816 as a personal venture by former U.S. Senator Thomas Worthington, who was then finishing the first of two terms as Ohio's governor.  The town was named as a monument to Chief Logan of the Mingo Indians. Chief Logan was the author of Logan's Lament, made most famous by Thomas Jefferson in his Notes on the State of Virginia.

Logan was established one mile below the "great falls" of the Hockhocking River, later known as the Hocking River.  In 1840 the section of the Hocking Valley Canal passing through Logan (between th City and the Hocking River) was completed, connecting Logan through Lancaster with the Ohio Canal.  The Hocking River, once provided a vital asset for industries that extracted the region’s natural resources such as coal, sandstone, iron, timber, oil and gas.  Today, the river helps attract over 3 million visitors to the region to relax and enjoy the natural, artistic and cultural assets and rural lifestyle we have to offer visitors and residents.

Main Street and the surrounding neighborhoods continue to be the center of business, government, fine historic homes, churches, and cultural and historical destinations in the Hocking Hills region of Ohio.   Our Logan Town Center business district is anchored by the Hocking County District Library, the Hocking County Historical Museum, The Bowen House community arts and education center, and City and County government offices.  It also provides unique destinations like the Washboard Factory, and friendly locally owned shops, restaurants and family friendly activities.

Logan Town Center, Inc. is a non-profit organization committed to the economic and cultural vitality of Logan’s original town center for the enjoyment and benefit of the residents and visitors in the Hocking Hills.

With over 200,000 SF of commercial space, there are opportunities for entrepreneurs to create destinations for resident and visiting customers.  To see examples go to our Available Spaces page.

Special Thanks to our Sponsoring members

H & R BLOCK

And to our other partners

City of Logan, Hocking County, Logan Hocking Chamber of Commerce, Hocking Hills Tourism Association, The Bowen House, Hocking County Historical Museum, Logan In Bloom, OSU Master Gardeners, business and property owners, and Friends of Logan Town Center.

Some of the businesses and institutions that have joined Logan Town Center's effort to revitalize downtown Logan, even though they are based elsewhere in Logan or the Hocking Hills include:


Baymont Inn & Suites - Logan

Bentley Builders - Log Homes

Corby Leach Insurance Agency

Getaway Cabins in Hocking Hills

Hocking College Energy Institute

Hocking Valley Community Hospital

Jubach Log Homes

The Logan Clay Products Company

Your business can help, too, by joining Logan Town Center.
Click here for a membership form.
link to FaceBook
Logan Town Center
on MySpace.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

                                JUNE EVENTS

June through the Summer
Logan has "Painted the Town Pink!"  Visit the downtown to see the profusion of plants in hot pink and shades of pink in the clay planters, hanging baskets, residential gardens and flower beds at the gazebo in Worthington Park, Main and Market Street.  Don't forget, while traveling Main Street, to look "high" to see the numerous colorful floral flags on display that were created by the Logan-Hocking High School Art students.

While downtown, take a minute to view the large art murals located in the old Elberfeld building at the corner of Main and Spring Streets.  Murals were created by Logan Hocking High School Art Students and went on display during the Washboard Music Festival in mid-June.

June 5 through August 28
Concerts in Worthington Park  (free)
Friday evenings, 7 - 8:30 pm     Bring Seating.  Food and beverages for sale in the park.
Country, gospel, bluegrass and more.  Now in the seventeenth season! 
Info:  Darrell Wykle (740) 385-8655. 
SEE BELOW FOR FULL CONCERT SCHEDULE WEEK-BY-WEEK



                
JULY EVENTS

June 29 - July 1  (Monday - Wednesday)
Logan In Bloom  -  Judging team visits Logan to review all entries in the contest.  
Contact Rick Webb at (740) 603-1926 for more information.


Thursday, July 2         10 am - 11 am
Storytime in the Park
Sponsored by the Logan Hocking County District Library
For children of all ages.  Today's topic is "Once Upon a Picnic."
Held at Kachelmacher Park on St. Rt. 93 S, just beyond the Rt. 33 overpass.   There is parking on the right side of the road, next to the park.  Info:  (740) 385-2348


Friday, July 3        7 - 8:30 p.m.
Whiskey Nights   (note change in concert schedule; the Woodie Phillips band will not appear as previously announced)
 
Whiskey Nights performs classic and new country with a few
 classic rock tunes mixed in. 
Free summer concert  at the Gazebo  in Worthington Park, Corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bring seating.  Local church sells food and beverages.  Family friendly entertainment - alcohol and smoke free.  Concerts generally occur rain or shine.
Info:  Darrell Wykle -  (740) 385-8655.


July 6-9      Mon-Thurs   9 - Noon;  6-7 pm Thurs eve
 Children's Summer Arts Experience III
"American Indians"      Song, Dance & Theatre
          ***** K - 1st Grade******
The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St.
Pre-Register at the Bowen House any Tues-Sat.
between 1-4 pm.       (740) 385-0344
bowenhouse@hocking.net    www.bowenhouse.org
Questions or more info:  Marcia Jeffrey at 385-7746 or Judie Henniger at 385-4781

Thursday, July 9         10 am - 11 am
Storytime in the Park
Sponsored by the Logan Hocking County District Library
For children of all ages.  Today's topic is "Going to the Zoo!"
Held at Kachelmacher Park on St. Rt. 93 S, just beyond the Rt. 33 overpass.   There is parking on the right side of the road, next to the park.  Info:  (740) 385-2348



Friday, July 10       7 - 8:30 p.m.
Home Remedy String Band
Enjoy the best of Appalachian-style music that includes some gospel, bluegrass and  traditional songs of the region.
Free summer concert  at the Gazebo  in Worthington Park, Corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bring seating.  Local church sells food and beverages.  Family friendly entertainment - alcohol and smoke free.  Concerts generally occur rain or shine.
Info:  Darrell Wykle -  (740) 385-8655.




Saturday, July 11     9 am - Noon
Farm and Flea Market  at Worthington Square, corner of Market and Main Streets

Each Saturday (except June 20 and July 4) Vendors pay $1 to set up and sell produce, plants, flowers, household items, collectibles, baked goods, etc. 
(New this year:  individuals who are 60 or older with limited incomes can obtain $50 in vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from Farmer's Markets.  Farmers must apply to participate, receive and cash the coupons.)

Farm and Flea Market is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Hocking County.  Contact Don Gable at 385-5107 for more information.




Saturday, July 11 (through July 25) 
Painter's Extravaganza 
(Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors)
The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St.   Tues-Saturday from 1 - 4 pm.  or by appointment.   Call for evening hours.
(740) 385-0344   www.bowenhouse.org
e mail:  bowenhouse@hocking.net
Opening reception on July 11 from 6 - 8:30 p.m. with light refreshments and entertainment by Mary Ann Nelson - vocalist and pianist.


July 13-16      Mon-Thurs   9 - Noon;  6-7 pm Thurs eve
 Children's Summer Arts Experience III
"American Indians"      Song, Dance & Theatre
          ***** 2nd-4th Grades******
The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St.
Pre-Register at the Bowen House any Tues-Sat.
between 1-4 pm.       (740) 385-0344
bowenhouse@hocking.net    www.bowenhouse.org
Questions or more info:  Marcia Jeffrey at 385-7746 or Judie Henniger at 385-4781


Thursday, July 16         10 am - 11 am
Storytime in the Park
Sponsored by the Logan Hocking County District Library
For children of all ages.  Topic is "Gone Fishin' "
Held at Kachelmacher Park on St. Rt. 93 S, just beyond the Rt. 33 overpass.   There is parking on the right side of the road, next to the park.  Info:  (740) 385-2348




Friday, July 17      7 - 8:30 p.m.
Hocking Valley Bluegrass Boys
Fine traditional bluegrass music. 
Free summer concert  at the Gazebo  in Worthington Park, Corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bring seating.  Local church sells food and beverages.  Family friendly entertainment - alcohol and smoke free.  Concerts generally occur rain or shine.
Info:  Darrell Wykle -  (740) 385-8655.




Saturday, July 18     9 am - Noon
Farm and Flea Market  at Worthington Square, corner of Market and Main Streets

Each Saturday (except June 20 and July 4) Vendors pay $1 to set up and sell produce, plants, flowers, household items, collectibles, baked goods, etc. 
(New this year:  individuals who are 60 or older with limited incomes can obtain $50 in vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from Farmer's Markets.  Farmers must apply to participate, receive and cash the coupons.)

Farm and Flea Market is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Hocking County.  Contact Don Gable at 385-5107 for more information.



Thursday, July 23         10 am - 11 am
Storytime in the Park
Sponsored by the Logan Hocking County District Library
For children of all ages.  Topic is "Happy Birthday"
Held at Kachelmacher Park on St. Rt. 93 S, just beyond the Rt. 33 overpass.   There is parking on the right side of the road, next to the park.  Info:  (740) 385-2348


Thursday, July 23    6:30 - 8:30 pm
Literary Evening at the Bowen House
Gina D'Andrea the Blackberry patch & Visit by Dr. Seuss
Light refreshments
196 N. Market St.   (740) 385-0344 
 www.bowenhouse.org  e mail:  bowenhouse@hocking.net



Thursday, July 23      7 p.m.
The History of the King Lumber Company
Monthly program sponsored by the The Hocking County Historical Society
At the Museum,  
64 N. Culver St    (740) 385-6026      www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com 



Friday, July 24              7 - 8:30 p.m.
Just for Now
Gospel music by Clark Family members and friends.
Free summer concert  at the Gazebo  in Worthington Park, Corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bring seating.  Local church sells food and beverages.  Family friendly entertainment - alcohol and smoke free.  Concerts generally occur rain or shine.
Info:  Darrell Wykle -  (740) 385-8655.



Saturday, July 25    9 am - Noon
Farm and Flea Market  at Worthington Square, corner of Market and Main Streets

Each Saturday (except June 20 and July 4) Vendors pay $1 to set up and sell produce, plants, flowers, household items, collectibles, baked goods, etc. 
(New this year:  individuals who are 60 or older with limited incomes can obtain $50 in vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from Farmer's Markets.  Farmers must apply to participate, receive and cash the coupons.)

Farm and Flea Market is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Hocking County.  Contact Don Gable at 385-5107 for more information.


Saturday, July 25       7 - 9:30 pm
Bowen House Concert - Boys of the Hocking
St. Patty's Day in July    
Refreshments
196 N. Market St.   (740) 385-0344 
www.bowenhouse.org  e mail:  bowenhouse@hocking.net


July 27-30      Mon-Thurs   9 - Noon;  6-7 pm Thurs eve
 Children's Summer Arts Experience III
"American Indians"      Song, Dance & Theatre
          ***** 5th-8th Grades******
The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St.
Pre-Register at the Bowen House any Tues-Sat.
between 1-4 pm.       (740) 385-0344
bowenhouse@hocking.net    www.bowenhouse.org
Questions or more info:  Marcia Jeffrey at 385-7746 or Judie Henniger at 385-4781



Thursday, July 30        10 am - 11 am
Storytime in the Park
Sponsored by the Logan Hocking County District Library
For children of all ages.  Topic is "A Camping We Will Go"
Held at Kachelmacher Park on St. Rt. 93 S, just beyond the Rt. 33 overpass.   There is parking on the right side of the road, next to the park.  Info:  (740) 385-2348




Friday, July 31              7 - 8:30 p.m.
Gary Lehman and the Country Strings
Po;ular local band known for its traditional country and square dance music.
Free summer concert  at the Gazebo  in Worthington Park, Corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bring seating.  Local church sells food and beverages.  Family friendly entertainment - alcohol and smoke free.  Concerts generally occur rain or shine.
Info:  Darrell Wykle -  (740) 385-8655.


Friday, July 31           8 pm
Authentic Native American Dancing & Storytelling
(Full Regalia)
Bowen House,
196 N. Market Street    
(740) 385-0344 
www.bowenhouse.org  e mail:  bowenhouse@hocking.net
Open to the public.  Refreshments.



                  
AUGUST EVENTS

Saturday, August 1        9 am - Noon
Farm and Flea Market  at Worthington Square, corner of Market and Main Streets

Each Saturday (except June 20 and July 4) Vendors pay $1 to set up and sell produce, plants, flowers, household items, collectibles, baked goods, etc. 
(New this year:  individuals who are 60 or older with limited incomes can obtain $50 in vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from Farmer's Markets.  Farmers must apply to participate, receive and cash the coupons.)

Farm and Flea Market is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Hocking County.  Contact Don Gable at 385-5107 for more information.


Saturday, August 1      2-6 p.m.
Rock the Hills  (Worthington Park Teen Music Festival)
At the gazebo in Worthington Park, Logan Town Center, corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bands and performers to be announced.  Watch this site for more information!

August - September
Folk Art of the Hocking Hills
(Baskets, Gourds, Bowls, Furniture)
The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St.   Tues-Saturday from 1 - 4 pm.  or by appointment.   Call for evening hours.
(740) 385-0344   www.bowenhouse.org
e mail:  bowenhouse@hocking.net



Thursday, August 6        10 am - 11 am
Storytime in the Park
Sponsored by the Logan Hocking County District Library
For children of all ages.  Topic is "To the Beach!"
Held at Kachelmacher Park on St. Rt. 93 S, just beyond the Rt. 33 overpass.   There is parking on the right side of the road, next to the park.  Info:  (740) 385-2348




Friday, August 7          4 - 7 p.m.
Ice Cream Social sponsored by the Hocking County Historical Society
at the Schempp House. 
64 N. Culver St    (740) 385-6026      www.hockingcountyhistoricalsociety.com 



Friday, August 7             7 - 8:30 p.m.
Hickory Wind
Dean Inboden, Dee Penn and their talented band bring an assortment of country music, top 40, and some classic rock to the park.  Free summer concert  at the Gazebo  in Worthington Park, Corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bring seating.  Local church sells food and beverages.  Family friendly entertainment - alcohol and smoke free.  Concerts generally occur rain or shine.
Info:  Darrell Wykle -  (740) 385-8655.



Saturday, August 8        9 am - Noon
Farm and Flea Market  at Worthington Square, corner of Market and Main Streets

Each Saturday (except June 20 and July 4) Vendors pay $1 to set up and sell produce, plants, flowers, household items, collectibles, baked goods, etc. 
(New this year:  individuals who are 60 or older with limited incomes can obtain $50 in vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from Farmer's Markets.  Farmers must apply to participate, receive and cash the coupons.)

Farm and Flea Market is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Hocking County.  Contact Don Gable at 385-5107 for more information.


Thursday, August 13        10 am - 11 am
Storytime in the Park
Sponsored by the Logan Hocking County District Library
For children of all ages.  Topic is "When I Grow Up"
Held at Kachelmacher Park on St. Rt. 93 S, just beyond the Rt. 33 overpass.   There is parking on the right side of the road, next to the park.  Info:  (740) 385-2348



Friday, August 14             7 - 8:30 p.m.
Frosty Morning 
Bluegrass
Bluegrass and gospel bluegrass music at its finest.
 Free summer concert  at the Gazebo  in Worthington Park, Corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bring seating.  Local church sells food and beverages.  Family friendly entertainment - alcohol and smoke free.  Concerts generally occur rain or shine.
Info:  Darrell Wykle -  (740) 385-8655.



Saturday, August 15        9 am - Noon
Farm and Flea Market  at Worthington Square, corner of Market and Main Streets

Each Saturday (except June 20 and July 4) Vendors pay $1 to set up and sell produce, plants, flowers, household items, collectibles, baked goods, etc. 
(New this year:  individuals who are 60 or older with limited incomes can obtain $50 in vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from Farmer's Markets.  Farmers must apply to participate, receive and cash the coupons.)

Farm and Flea Market is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Hocking County.  Contact Don Gable at 385-5107 for more information.


Thursday, August 20        10 am - 11 am
Storytime in the Park
Sponsored by the Logan Hocking County District Library
For children of all ages.  Topic is "School Days"
Held at Kachelmacher Park on St. Rt. 93 S, just beyond the Rt. 33 overpass.   There is parking on the right side of the road, next to the park.  Info:  (740) 385-2348  THIS IS THE LAST STORYTIME IN THE PARK FOR THE SEASON.  STORYTIMES RESUME AT THE LIBRARY ON Weds., September 2 at 10 am (Toddler Time) and Thursday, Sept 3 at 10 am (Preschool Story Hour)




Friday, August 21            7 - 8:30 p.m.
Brenda Sue and the Out of Towners
A mix of classic country music with some well-recognized popular numbers.

 Free summer concert  at the Gazebo  in Worthington Park, Corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bring seating.  Local church sells food and beverages.  Family friendly entertainment - alcohol and smoke free.  Concerts generally occur rain or shine.
Info:  Darrell Wykle -  (740) 385-8655.



Saturday, August 22       9 am - Noon
Farm and Flea Market  at Worthington Square, corner of Market and Main Streets

Each Saturday (except June 20 and July 4) Vendors pay $1 to set up and sell produce, plants, flowers, household items, collectibles, baked goods, etc. 
(New this year:  individuals who are 60 or older with limited incomes can obtain $50 in vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from Farmer's Markets.  Farmers must apply to participate, receive and cash the coupons.)

Farm and Flea Market is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Hocking County.  Contact Don Gable at 385-5107 for more information.




Friday, August 28            7 - 8:30 p.m.
The Blue Jean Band
 Established local band performing classic rock, country, and  some surpises.  Last of the f
ree summer concerts  at the Gazebo  in Worthington Park, Corner of Main and Market Streets.  Bring seating.  Local church sells food and beverages.  Family friendly entertainment - alcohol and smoke free.  Concerts generally occur rain or shine.  Info:  Darrell Wykle -  (740) 385-8655.



Saturday, August 29       9 am - Noon
Farm and Flea Market  at Worthington Square, corner of Market and Main Streets

Each Saturday (except June 20 and July 4) Vendors pay $1 to set up and sell produce, plants, flowers, household items, collectibles, baked goods, etc. 
(New this year:  individuals who are 60 or older with limited incomes can obtain $50 in vouchers to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from Farmer's Markets.  Farmers must apply to participate, receive and cash the coupons.)

Farm and Flea Market is sponsored by the Master Gardeners of Hocking County.  Contact Don Gable at 385-5107 for more information.


          
SEPT-DEC EVENTS


Tuesday, September 15 (through October 3)
Students and Faculty of Delaware Arts Castle Art Exchange

The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St.   Tues-Saturday from 1 - 4 pm.  or by appointment.   Call for evening hours.
(740) 385-0344   www.bowenhouse.org
e mail:  bowenhouse@hocking.net



October  -  Camera Art Show  (Old & New, Film & Digital)
The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St.   Tues-Saturday from 1 - 4 pm.  or by appointment.   Call for evening hours.
(740) 385-0344   www.bowenhouse.org
e mail:  bowenhouse@hocking.net



November -  Hocking Valley Quilter's Exhibit
(Quilt Art)
The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St.   Tues-Saturday from 1 - 4 pm.  or by appointment.   Call for evening hours.
(740) 385-0344   
www.bowenhouse.org
e mail:  bowenhouse@hocking.net


Tuesday, December 15    7:30 pm
Organ Concert by Bradley Hunter Welch of Dallas, Texas.
First Presbyterian Church, 2 W. Hunter St.  (740) 385-2242
Dr. Welch appeared in concert at the beginning of 2009 and is back by popular demand!    The second half of the evening with be selections of The Messiah sung by a community choir accompanied by Dr. Welch.

This is the final in a series of events celebrating the church's 180th birthday!



December - Festival of Trees (Decorated Christmas Trees by Organizations, Individuals, Other)
The Bowen House, 196 N. Market St.   Tues-Saturday from 1 - 4 pm.  or by appointment.   Call for evening hours.
(740) 385-0344   
www.bowenhouse.org
e mail:  bowenhouse@hocking.net







ANNUAL EVENTS
June:
Washboard Music Festival


Available Spaces
in Logan Town Center

Chamber of Commerce
& Community Improvement Corporation

City of Logan
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