Hartman Rock Garden
Quick Overview
This hidden gem features dozens of elaborate rock sculptures and buildings located in Springfield, OH was built by Ben Hartman after being laid off during the Great Depression.
Things to Do
- Photography
In-depth Take
This is one of the attractions that you would never discover without first hearing of it-- but probably ranks in the top decile of attractions in Ohio. It is located in an unsuspecting residential neighborhood in a well hidden back and side yard of a nearly 100 year old home. The garden was purchased by the Kohler Company (of kitchen/bathroom fixture fame) and is free to visit. There are printed self-serve guides as well as QR codes for digital tours. You'll probably spend around 30 minutes here viewing the different structures. If you enter from the side yard, you'll be underwhelmed when you see the first row of tiny houses, then you'll turn the corner and get greeted by the grape trellises and the towering church recreations, castles and ornate water fountains.