10 MOST ENDANGERED PROPERTIES
Help bring Dayton's endangered historic properties back to life!
Our Endangered Properties Committee provides resources and raises funds to proactively stabilize and/or obtain control of these irreplaceable properties. Preservation Dayton maintains an annual list of the Ten Most Endangered properties for intervention, as nominated by you and selected by the Endangered Properties Committee. If you have an urgent request for an at-risk historic property, please contact us at preservationdayton227@gmail.com.
Please donate today! Your contribution, large or small, will save Dayton's historic structures before they are lost forever.
Your contributions are 100 percent tax-deductible and are dedicated solely to preserving Dayton's rich history. The Dayton Foundation processes all gifts and donations to the Preservation Dayton, Inc. Fund #8630, a component fund of The Foundation. You can contribute by clicking the ‘Donate’ button below which takes you to the Dayton Foundation secure website. Or mail your check to payable to "Preservation Dayton, Inc. Fund #8630" Preservation Dayton, P.O. Box 3614, Dayton, OH 45401.
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Welcome Preservation Dayton's self-guided walking tours of the 10 historically-zoned district areas located in Dayton, Ohio.
These walking tours are intended to provide a leisurely walk through Dayton's historic neighborhoods, allowing ample time to pause and appreciate the architecture, the streetscape, and the amenities of the area. We ask that you walk carefully, as streets and sidewalks can be uneven, and it’s important to observe the terrain while you appreciate the historical and architectural features of the area.
The author of a new book on Dayton history says he is drawn to the city’s forgotten past.
“While we all love and are interested in the Wright brothers, Patterson, Kettering and Deeds, this kind of history — the hidden variety — has always been of interest to me,” said Tony Kroeger, the author of “Hidden History of Dayton Ohio.”
The book sheds light on a “ghost street” near the intersection of Keowee and E. Fifth Streets and a lone flagpole in an open field, the only reminder of a development that was home to thousands before it was demolished in 2008.
Take a spin around Dayton’s history.
The Carousel of Dayton Innovation is an amusement ride at Carillon Historical Park made of 32 hand-carved icons from the Gem City’s past.
“This is the only carousel of this kind in the world,” Brady Kress, president and CEO of Dayton History, said. “No other carousel tells the story of Dayton with its figures. There are plenty of carousels around the world that you can get on a glitzy horse and go around in circles, but this is the only place where you’re going to be able to jump on an Iams dog food bag or a cash register.”
Antique and Vintage postcards of Dayton, Ohio
GOVERNOR COX HOUSE RESTORATION
Follow the restoration of Governor Cox’s house on Facebook! The new owner posts photos (before and after) and videos of his progress. Be sure to follow the Facebook page and look for possible tours when the home is complete. This is one of two homes currently being restored in the Dayton View Historic District.
‘Decoding Dayton’
“Rosetta Stone of Dayton,” “Treasures of The Arcade,” “Secrets of Wright Dunbar,” “Lost Dayton” — all sound like they could be upcoming sequels to the Indiana Jones movie franchise if only Jones was from a certain town in Ohio.
The series explores the lesser-known history of the Gem City and adds a new, lively perspective to some of its greatest accomplishments.
New fund set up to help
downtown Dayton investment
A second downtown Dayton investment fund has launched to help businesses, developers and entrepreneurs fill in funding gaps for real estate development and tenant improvements.
Since its official launch in late 2017, the original Downtown Dayton Investment Fund raised more than $3 million to help attract new businesses and entrepreneurs by improving office assets in the urban center.
The Dayton Arcade
The Dayton Arcade, the beating heart of a once vibrant downtown, was shuttered for 30 years. Many attempts were made to renovate the property. All failed. An innovative and daring effort is now underway, led by Baltimore-based Cross Street Partners.
"The most transformative project in America." Here's the story.
Dayton Live Concerts
& Performances
From dive bars and lounges to the Levitt Pavilion downtown, Dayton is constantly bringing you live music, concerts and entertainment.
This is your guid to the best local music events happening around Dayton, Ohio!
ROCK ON!
Governor Cox’s Mansion could be yours!
New owner of free Dayton historic home feels like he’s ‘living in a dream’
A dilapidated Dayton home being given away — once the residence of Gov. James M. Cox — has a new owner and chance for new life.
Chris Lewis, 22, a Vandalia native who recently graduated from Creighton University in Omaha, said he was “drawn to the home” when he saw a story about it.
Click HERE for the full article.
Happenings in Dayton
$5.50 Movie Day at The Neon
Every Tuesday is $5.50 day at The Neon in downtown Dayton! See any movie for just $5.50.
Support Local Biz!
Spring is finally here and now is the time to come out and support local businesses in Dayton! We've highlighted a few of our personal favorites!
Best Patios for "People Watching
The Trolley Stop at 530 East Fifth Street
Lily's Bistro at 329 East Fifth Street
Basil's on the Market at 312 North Patterson Blvd.
The Dayton Beer Company at 41 Madison Street
Wheat Penny at 515 Wayne Avenue
Van Buren Room at 122 Van Buren Street
Best Coffee Houses
3rd Perk Coffee and Wine Bar at 46 West Fifth Street
Ghostlight Coffee at 1201 Wayne Avenue
Boston Stoker at 34 W 2nd Street
Best Arcade Bars
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Apps for Dayton, OH
Cool Apps:
Dayton Deliver App – Download and use the “Dayton Deliver App” to request services from City of Dayton. Vacant lot needs to cut or trash needs to collecting.
Next Door App – Download and use “Next Door” is a private social network for you and your neighbors.
Dayton.com App – Download and get the latest upcoming local events, news, and alerts directly on your phone!
25 Must-Do's Around Dayton Ohio!
by Michael Woody for DaytonLocal.com
There are certain things must be seen, gone to or eaten if you're visiting the Dayton area, and here are 25 of them.
Did you know that Dayton was named among the best places to live in the USA by U.S. News & World Report? You've been warned, if you visit, you may not want to leave. If you're visiting the Dayton area, there are certain things must be seen, gone to or eaten to get a full experience of the Miami Valley.
Based strictly on my experiences, here’s a list, in no particular order, of 25 such Must-Do’s in Dayton.
Click HERE for the list!
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The Gem City Market will be a full-service grocery store and deli located in the Salem Avenue corridor, just across the bridge from downtown Dayton.
Products sold at this store will meet the diverse grocery needs of Dayton residents and families.
This new grocery store will be a place where everyone is welcome. The success of the market will be driven by the ideas and input of all its customers, and members of the community.