For one day in Zanesville, focus on the city centre, the historic Black-Elliott Block and Ohio University Zanesville. The downtown stops make a practical start; set aside time for the university as a separate visit, since campus access and appointments need planning.
- Downtown: Start in central Zanesville, then visit the Black-Elliott Block.
- Campus: Ohio University Zanesville is at 1425 Newark Rd.
- Hotel location: Zanesville Inn is about a five-minute walk from both the city centre and the Black-Elliott Block.
- Before you go: Check the official site before you go for current access and scheduling details.
Start with central Zanesville
Begin your Zanesville itinerary in the city centre, then continue to the Black-Elliott Block nearby. Keeping the first part of the day downtown lets you see the historic commercial district before setting aside time for the university campus.
The Black-Elliott Block is now known as the Downtown Exchange, a historic commercial building in downtown Zanesville. For a broader look at the area, this guide to Zanesville City Centre covers the central district.
Add a stop at the Black-Elliott Block
The Downtown Exchange gives your downtown walk a specific historic stop. The building at 527 Main St. was built in 1876 in the Italianate style; Henry Elliott and Peter Black arranged its construction. They were also responsible for other significant downtown buildings, including the Clarendon Hotel. The Downtown Exchange is near the Muskingum County Courthouse.
Visit Zanesville lists hours of Monday–Thursday, 7 AM–9 PM, and Friday–Saturday, 7 AM–10 PM; it gives no Sunday hours. For more context on the building, read about visiting the Black-Elliott Block in Zanesville.
Allow time for Ohio University Zanesville
Ohio University Zanesville is a separate campus stop at 1425 Newark Rd. The university began in 1946, growing from evening classes for World War II veterans into a regional campus serving the Muskingum Valley region.
Campus tours can include classroom spaces and information about campus life, with the chance to connect with university representatives and ask questions. You can also book an in-person admissions-advisor appointment or a virtual appointment; the virtual advisor chat is a 30-minute one-on-one appointment.
The university’s visit portal uses a calendar for available dates and event registration. Its visitor guide explains the Ohio University Zanesville campus visit.
Choose a nearby or longer outing
- Opening hours
- Ohio University Zanesville directs prospective visitors to arrange a visit or ap
Keep the day focused on downtown and campus if you have limited time. For a longer campus visit, consider arranging a tour or advisor appointment rather than relying on general public opening hours: Ohio University Zanesville directs prospective visitors to arrange a visit or appointment and does not state general public campus hours.
The university also offers a virtual campus tour. If you are considering using campus space, requests are reviewed case by case; the spaces include classrooms, conference rooms, auditoriums and outdoor venues. Rates, operating hours and scheduling are handled through the university’s reservation information.
Check access and schedules before you go
Confirm the details for any scheduled campus activity before building it into your day. For the Downtown Exchange, use the Visit Zanesville listing to verify access, particularly if your plans fall on Sunday, when it gives no hours.
That leaves you with a simple sequence: downtown first, the historic building next, then a campus visit arranged around its available appointments or events.
FAQs
What is the Black-Elliott Block called now?
It is now known as the Downtown Exchange. It is a historic commercial building in downtown Zanesville.
Can you take a tour of Ohio University Zanesville?
Yes. The university offers campus tours, and its visit portal shows available dates and allows registration for events.
Does Ohio University Zanesville have general public opening hours?
The university does not state general public campus hours. Prospective visitors are directed to arrange a campus visit or appointment.