About the Barn Quilt Tour
Begun in 2006 by a committee consisting of members of the business community and local quilters, the Barn Quilts of Champaign County has blossomed into a major attraction that introduces visitors to the beauty of Champaign County and celebrates the local agricultural heritage, the art of quilting and the community's other cultural and business highlights.
Each barn owner, with the help of the committee, designs their own quilt, based on many factors, such as their family and farm history, and favorite quilt pattern.
Do you have a Barn in Champaign County that needs a quilt? Call us at (937) 653-5764 and we'll be glad to get you started!
Each fall for an entire weekend, five barns are highlighted as "walk-in" barns. Visitors are encouraged to tour the barns, learn about their history, and partake in all of the festivities at each barn.
Fast Facts
Champaign County is conveniently nestled in the heart of west central Ohio.
- Established in 1805
- 30 miles from Columbus or Dayton; 10 miles from Springfield
- Serviced by U.S. Routes 68 and 36; within 15 miles of Interstates 70 and 75
- Blend of service, retail, manufacturing and agricultural businesses
- Miles of bike trails, hiking trails, rivers and wooded area wind its way through the county
- Population approximately 39,800; 428 square miles
- Quaint shopping, dining and art/antique shops
- Home to Warren Grimes the "father of aviation lighting"
- Well-known Champaign Countians include: William Saxbe, Clancy Brown, Johnny Appleseed and A.B. Graham
- Airport: Grimes Field (General Aviation)
- Home to Urbana University
- Destinations: Simon Kenton recreation trails, Cedar Bog, Ohio Caverns, Johnny Appleseed Museum, Mad River, Champaign County Fairgrounds, Kiser Lake State Park