Free & Cheap Things to Do in Oberlin, OH

  • The list below includes 123 free or cheap things to do in or near Oberlin, Ohio, including 89 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Homes, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Music Venue.
  • From Oberlin College to Tappan Square, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oberlin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Medina, North Olmsted, Westlake and Huron.
  • The list below includes 123 free or cheap things to do in or near Oberlin, Ohio, including 89 different types of inexpensive activities like Historic Homes, Bowling, Movie Theaters and Music Venue.
  • From Oberlin College to Tappan Square, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Oberlin and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Medina, North Olmsted, Westlake and Huron.
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Verite Stained Glass Inc. 11 South Main Street, Oberlin, OH MoreLess Info
From the merchant: craft your own personalized fused dichroic glass Christmas ornaments, complete with wire hanger
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91% 47 votes
Colleges & Universities 173 West Lorain Street, Oberlin, OH 44074 MoreLess Info
In 1833, a Presbyterian Minister and a missionary founded Oberlin College, a four year liberal arts college and conservatory of music. Oberlin was a key stop on the underground railroad and considered a center for abolitionist activities.
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95% 22 votes
Neighborhoods Oberlin, OH MoreLess Info
Tappan Square is a 13-acre site that hosts festivals, concerts, marches, the Doggie Doo Dog Parade, and Oberlin College's Commencement ceremony. The location was named after Arthur Tappan, a 19th-century abolitionist.
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100% 4 votes
Historic Sites 73 1/2 South Professor Street, Oberlin, OH 44074 MoreLess Info
The town's first public school, Little Red Schoolhouse was built in 1836 and also served as both a home and a tailor shop. The schoolhouse is now a museum that offers educational artifacts from the 19th century.
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87% 23 votes
Architectural Buildings Oberlin College, Oberlin, OH MoreLess Info
Commissioned in 1947 from the famous architect, the Weltzheimer/Johnson House Frank Lloyd Wright Building was the first Usonian house in the state of Ohio. Architecture enthusiasts can tour the structure and marvel at its beauty and simplicity.
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100% 1 votes
Historic Homes 73 1/2 South Professor St., Oberlin, OH 44074 MoreLess Info
Named for famous Oberlin Chemistry professor Frank Fanning Jewett, the Jewett House dates back to the 1880s, and is an example of transitional architecture between the Italianate style and Queen Anne style. The house is open for tours.
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100% 2 votes
Historic Homes 73 1/2 South Professor St., Oberlin, OH 44074 MoreLess Info
The historic Monroe House is an Italian style museum that offers educational tours that focus on abolition, the Underground Railroad, and local history. The home was originally the home of General Giles W. Shurtleff.
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96% 90 votes
Art Museum 87 North Main Street, Oberlin, OH 44074 MoreLess Info
Located on the campus of Oberlin College, the Allen Memorial Art Museum is recognized as one of the five best university art museums in the country. With over 14,000 pieces of art in its collection, there is an impressive overview from all cultures and eras.
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95% 20 votes
History Museums 73 1/2 S. Professor Street, Oberlin, OH 44074 MoreLess Info
The Oberlin Heritage Center is a museum complex featuring a number of buildings and exhibits that display and promote the local history. The museum contains three historic buildings, with the oldest dating back to the 1830's.
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67% 6 votes
Music Venue 135 W Lorain Street, Oberlin, OH 44074 MoreLess Info
Oberlin's The 'Sco is a club, lounge, and live music venue that hosts a variety of nationally-known musical acts. The venue hosts theme nights and parties, and features local beers on tap.
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88% 8 votes
Movie Theaters 19 E College Street, Oberlin, OH 44074 MoreLess Info
The Apollo Theatre is a movie theater that seeks to provide movie-goers with an affordable and enjoyable movie viewing experience. The theater shows first-run movies as well as an occasional classic film.
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