Zanesville city centre is the historic core of Zanesville, in Muskingum County, Ohio, with Main Street landmarks, shops and riverfront attractions to build a visit around. The Black-Elliott Block anchors a downtown walk, while a trail links Zane’s Landing Park and Riverside Park.
- Where: Central Zanesville, Muskingum County, Ohio.
- Historic landmark: The Black-Elliott Block stands at 525 Main Street, near the Muskingum County Courthouse.
- Riverside route: A 3-mile trail runs between Zane’s Landing Park and Riverside Park.
- Downtown parking: Public lots and street parking are available at several locations around the centre.
Finding your way around central Zanesville
Central Zanesville’s attractions are spread among Main Street, Market Street and the riverfront. Start on Main Street, where the Black-Elliott Block and antique stores give you a sense of the historic downtown; then use the riverfront parks and landmarks to extend your route.
A downtown map identifies the Muskingum County Courthouse, Y-Bridge, Zane’s Landing Park, Riverside Park, the Lorena Sternwheeler, Secrest Auditorium and the Bicentennial Legacy Monument.
If you want to add time outdoors, the map describes a 3-mile trail from Zane’s Landing Park to Riverside Park for walking, biking and running. Main Street’s antique stores and the renovated Freight Station on Market Street, described as a shopping and dining centre, offer different stops along the way.
Black-Elliott Block and nearby streets
The Black-Elliott Block is a historic Italianate building on Main Street, close to the Muskingum County Courthouse. Built in 1876, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places on May 8, 1979.
Today, The Downtown Exchange occupies three continuous Main Street structures at 525, 527 and 529. It describes itself as a food hall with coworking space and meeting rooms; its coworking facilities include Wi-Fi, AV connections and printers.
The site’s story reaches beyond its historic architecture: Elliott Paper Company was founded by Henry Elliott in 1885, while the First National Bank was led by Peter Black. Later, the S.S.
Kresge Company operated on the property from 1916 until 1977 as the Jupiter Discount Store. The Black-Elliott Block’s history and visitor details add context to a stop on Main Street.
Getting around on foot and by car
You can explore the central streets on foot, then use a car for destinations farther from downtown. The city centre is about a five-minute walk from a hotel in Zanesville.
The Downtown Exchange identifies designated free parking for its venue with yellow markings, and free public parking along Main, Market, 5th, 6th and 7th streets and throughout downtown. Visit Zanesville names public lots at 3rd and Market, 7th and Main, 4th and Shinnick, 5th and Main, and 3rd and Shinnick streets.
Planning time in the city centre
Plan your downtown visit around the stops you want to combine: Main Street’s historic buildings and antique stores, the Market Street Freight Station, or the riverfront parks and trail.
The trail between Zane’s Landing Park and Riverside Park is 3 miles, so allow for that distance if you intend to walk, bike or run the route. A practical guide to getting around Zanesville covers options beyond the centre.
The Downtown Exchange lists hours of Monday through Thursday, 7 AM–9 PM; Friday, 7 AM–10 PM; and Saturday, 8 AM–10 PM. Hours and parking details can change, so check the official site before you go.
For a fuller day that combines the city centre with other local stops, a one-day Zanesville itinerary can help shape your route.
Useful checks before you visit
Before setting out, check opening hours for any specific business you plan to visit, and confirm parking arrangements for your chosen stop.
FAQs
Where is the Black-Elliott Block?
It is at 525 Main Street in Zanesville, near the Muskingum County Courthouse.
What is The Downtown Exchange?
It occupies three connected Main Street structures and describes itself as a food hall with coworking space and meeting rooms.
Is there a trail in downtown Zanesville?
A 3-mile trail connects Zane’s Landing Park and Riverside Park and is described for walking, biking and running.
Where can you park downtown?
Public parking is available on several downtown streets and at lots around Main, Market and Shinnick streets. Confirm current details before your visit.