Everything You Need To Know About Ohio
Ohio
STATE FACTS
State Motto: With God, All Things Are Possible
State Capital: Columbus
State Population: About 11.8 million people
Nickname: The Buckeye State
Abbreviation: OH
Region: Midwest
Year of Statehood: 1803
States That Share a Border:
- Michigan
- Pennsylvania
- West Virginia
- Kentucky
- Indiana
STATE SYMBOLS
Bird: Northern Cardinal
Flower: Scarlet Carnation
Tree: Ohio Buckeye
Flag: Flag of Ohio
Animal: White-tailed Deer
5 FAMOUS LANDMARKS:
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – Museum dedicated to the history of rock music and famous artists.
Cedar Point – One of the most famous amusement parks in the world, known as the “Roller Coaster Capital of the World.”
Hocking Hills State Park – Scenic park known for waterfalls, caves, and hiking trails.
Pro Football Hall of Fame – Honors the greatest players and contributors to professional football.
National Museum of the United States Air Force – The world’s largest military aviation museum.
5 FAMOUS FOODS:
Buckeye Candy – Peanut butter balls partially dipped in chocolate to resemble buckeye nuts.
Cincinnati Chili – Unique chili served over spaghetti and topped with cheese.
Pierogies – Dumplings filled with potatoes, cheese, or meat, popular in northeastern Ohio.
Polish Boy Sandwich – Sandwich made with kielbasa, fries, coleslaw, and barbecue sauce.
Shredded Chicken Sandwich – Creamy shredded chicken served warm on a bun, common in Ohio gatherings.
Ohio Maps
Ohio Map – Default view is great for cities. Terrain view is great for physical features.
5 INTERESTING FACTS
Seven U.S. presidents were born in Ohio, earning it the nickname “Mother of Presidents.”
Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the Moon, was born in Ohio.
The first professional baseball team was formed in Cincinnati in 1869.
Ohio is home to the Wright brothers’ aviation experiments and developments.
The Ohio state flag is the only U.S. flag that is not rectangular.
Here’s a video about the state of Ohio by Homeschool Pop on Youtube.
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