About the Page
Welcome to Fun Things Ohio! This page is dedicated to all things Ohio. Created by a native Ohioan, who wants to showcase the state of Ohio as the amazing destination it is and encourage more travelers to check it out!
About Ohio
Ohio became a state on March 1, 1803. It was the 17th state in the Union. The capital is Columbus, which is also the largest city. It is part of the Midwest of the United States and commonly known as the Buckeye State. The state tree is the Buckeye tree, the state bird is the cardinal, the state animal white tailed deer
- State tree: Buckeye
- State bird: Cardinal
- State animal: White tailed deer
- State reptile: Black racer (snake)
- State amphibian: Spotted salamander
- State frog: American bullfrog
- State insect: 7-spot ladybug
- State gemstone: Ohio flint
- State prehistoric monument: Newark Earthworks
- State fruit: Tomato
- Native fruit: Pawpaw
For more symbols of the state of Ohio, click here.
About the Author
Natalie was born in Northwest Ohio and moved to Columbus, Ohio in 2000. While living in Mexico, she realized her home state is awesome and has so much to do. Come visit and find the fun in Ohio!