Ohio House

Ohio House is a stone structure with Gothic Revival design located in Fairmount Park. Its exterior displays intricate carved details and masonry work that reflect the skilled craftsmanship of Ohio stoneworkers from that period.

Built in 1876 for the Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition, the structure served as Ohio's pavilion and gathering space. It survives today as one of only two buildings from that major 1876 event that remain in their original location.

The building reflects Victorian tastes through its Gothic Revival design and displays stonework from Ohio quarries. Visitors can observe how mid-19th century builders expressed regional pride through architectural detail and material choice.

The building sits in the southern section of Fairmount Park and is accessible on foot from nearby areas. Today it operates as a coffee shop, offering a place to rest and grab refreshments while walking through the park.

The building was originally designed as a temporary exhibition structure, not a permanent one. Its transformation into a lasting landmark shows how some fair buildings became valued parts of the city rather than being dismantled.

Location: Philadelphia

Inception: 1876

GPS coordinates: 39.98500,-75.21611

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:05