Washington Court House
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Washington Court House
Locals say Washington C.H.
Where the cornfields meet the courthouse
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Welcome to Washington C.H., where the square is the heart of town and the fair is the highlight of summer. Come enjoy the small-town charm and friendly faces.
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The room
One room for everyone around Washington Court House. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Marketplace
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Things to do
- Fayette County Courthouse Historic courthouse in the center of the square
- Downtown Square Heart of the town with shops and community events
- Fayette County Fairgrounds Hosts the county fair and other gatherings
- Washington Court House City Park Local park with playgrounds and green space
- Outdoors Fishing at local ponds
- Outdoors Hiking at nearby state parks
- With kids Attending the county fair
- With kids Visiting the public library
- Evenings Local bars with live music
- Evenings Late-night diner
- Locals love Family-owned diners
- Locals love Farm stands
Through the year
- Fayette County Fair July Annual fair with rides, livestock, and food
- Christmas Parade December Holiday parade through downtown square
- Farmers Market Summer Weekly market with local produce and crafts
- Music on the Square Summer Summer concert series on the courthouse square
- Fourth of July Celebration July Fireworks and community gathering
Humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Best to be outside in spring and fall. Best: Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to be out.
Talk like a local
- “C.H.”
- Short for Court House, used in the town's name
- “The Square”
- The downtown area around the courthouse
Getaways
- Columbus Big city attractions, museums, and dining
- Chillicothe Historic sites and outdoor recreation
- Springfield Arts and cultural events
- Wilmington Small town charm and local shops
Local flavour
Rooting for Ohio State Buckeyes, Cincinnati Bengals, Cincinnati Reds, Columbus Blue Jackets, Columbus Crew
Eat and drink
- Pork tenderloin sandwich A Midwest staple, often found at local diners and fairs
- Buckeye candy Peanut butter and chocolate, an Ohio classic
- Cincinnati-style chili Spiced meat sauce over spaghetti or coneys
- Creamy chicken salad A local deli staple
Where people go
- County fairgrounds Home to the Fayette County Fair, a summer tradition
- Downtown square with courthouse The historic center, with the Fayette County Courthouse as a landmark
- Family-owned diners Classic small-town eateries serving comfort food
- Grain elevators Symbols of the agricultural economy that dot the landscape
Heritage and traditions
Washington Court House is proud of its historic downtown square, agricultural roots, and tight-knit community.
Say it like a local: “you guys” — A group of people (plural 'you')
Rivalries
- Washington High vs. Miami Trace Fayette County's biggest football rivalry
- Fayette County vs. neighboring counties Friendly competition in various sports
- With kids Attending the county fair
- With kids Visiting the public library
Residents speak with a typical Midwestern accent, using terms like 'pop' for soda and 'you guys' for a group.
Only here
- The courthouse square is the heart of town, hosting many community events.
New here? A few tips
- Get used to the rural pace; things move slower here.
- Try a pork tenderloin sandwich at a local diner.
- Learn to say 'pop' for soda.
- Expect hot summers and cold winters; dress in layers.
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Washington Court House, OH. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.