
Malabar Farm State Park is one of Richland County's great outdoor treasures and a popular place for events throughout the year. During the summer, the farm hosts popular barn dances, local club meetings, car shows, paranormal nights, and so much more. This summer also features a special, one-time event that you won't want to miss – the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Malabar Farm State Park barn raising. Enjoy three full days of family fun and events at Malabar Farm, while celebrating a local landmark. Our REALTORS® love local fun, and we've got all the details on what to expect when you visit Malabar Farm.
Location: Malabar Farm State Park – 4050 Bromfield Rd., Lucas, OH 44838
Dates: August 31 – September 2, 2019
The History of Malabar Farm, a Local Landmark
Malabar Farm State Park is one of the Mansfield area's most storied local destinations and continues making history to this day. The farm was established by Pulitzer-winning author Louis Bromfield, an Ohio native, in 1939. Bromfield purchased three local farms and combined them to form Malabar Farm. From that point forward, Bromfield would develop the farm, including the iconic barns, until his passing in 1956. Just as it is today, Malabar Farm was a working farm then, with healthy crop rotation, livestock, and a busy harvest season.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of The Shawshank Redemption, the beloved 1994 film that was shot almost entirely in and around Mansfield, Ohio. Our REALTORS® are very excited to welcome the anniversary celebration to Mansfield on August 16-18, not only because it's one of our favorite movies of all time, but also because it gives us a chance to revisit some of our favorite Mansfield landmarks that appeared in the film!

The Shawshank Redemption 25th Anniversary Weekend takes place in Mansfield August 16-18, 2019. Tickets are on sale now, providing an immersive experience that includes touring the filming sites and getting to meet some of the cast and filmmakers. Events include:

There's nothing like the bond between a person and their dog, so why not celebrate that special relationship with a fun activity that both you and your pet can enjoy? Many local parks and recreation destinations in the Mansfield area are dog-friendly, with trails, natural scenery, and fun activities designed with dogs in mind. There are off-leash dog parks, as well as great places to take your pup on a walk with a leash through well-defined trails. Our REALTORS® love exploring the great outdoors, and we've got the details on six dog parks in the Mansfield area to enjoy with your four-legged friend.
North Lake Park – 268 Rae Ave., Mansfield, Ohio 44903
Mansfield homes for sale make it easy to reach a variety of great local dog parks, including North Lake Park. With beautiful lakeside trails, stunning landscaping, and tons of room to play, North Lake Park has everything you need for a great day with Fido. This cozy park also features a playground, picnic areas, and a busy schedule of special events.

Did you know that Ohio is home to one of the biggest yard sale events in the world? The Lincoln Highway, which travels through Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa, has long been referred to as the Main Street of America. On the second weekend of August every year, the Lincoln Highway is home to the massive Lincoln Highway Buy-Way Yard Sale, with yard sales taking place in a ton of local communities along the route. That includes Mansfield, of course! What a perfect opportunity to host a yard sale at your Mansfield home and our REALTORS® have the tips you need to make the most of thi...

There's nothing like enjoying a picnic on a warm, sunny summer day in the Mansfield area, with a pleasant breeze at your back and natural beauty all around you. National Picnic Month, observed every July, is the perfect time to get out and explore all of the excellent picnic spots that the area has to offer. From parks to nature conservatories, reservoirs, bird sanctuaries, and art centers, the Mansfield area has no shortage of idyllic spots to enjoy a picnic. Our REALTORS® are ready to celebrate National Picnic Month, and we've got the details on six of the best picnic spots in the Mansfield area.
Gorman Nature Center – 2295 Lexington Ave., Mansfield 44907
Mansfield homes for sale make it easy to reach every destination on our list, including the gorgeous Gorman Nature Center. This is a great spot to plan a day around your picnic, with free educational programs, extensive trails, and more than 150 acres of natural beauty. You can even have a picnic under the stars, and enjoy various night sky programs at Gorman Nature Center.