A couple of favorites have discontinued public tours, but there are still several places where you can watch things being made in Central Ohio. Here are the top ten.
1. Graeters Ice Cream
Get a "graet" view of Greaters Ice Cream being made at their Bethel Rd. store and factory.2. American Whistle Factory
Whistle while they work--make a reservation for a tour of the American Whistle Factory in Worthington.3. Anthony-Thomas Candy
A Central Ohio tradition is to watch the candy-making process at Anthony-Thomas' west side facility.4. Mosser Glass, Cambridge
A guided tour through Mosser Glass facility, where you will see talented craftsman at work and learn about the process of glass making.5. Longaberger Baskets, Newark
The Newark area is basket country! Tour the Longaberger facilities as part of a day-long visit to the area.6. Columbus Washboard Company, Logan
America's only washboard company gives tours of their Logan factory, just south of Columbus on US 33.7. Anchor Hocking Glassware, Lancaster
One of America's favorite glass makers gives tours of their Lancaster factory, just south of Columbus on US 33.8. Krema Nut Factory
Go nuts! Make a reservation and take a tour of the Krema Nut factory.9. Honda, Marysville
Tours are offered around Honda's production schedule.10. Velvet Ice Cream, Utica
Velvet's tour guides take you where you can watch ice cream being made and you can visit their ice cream museum.Share Your Favorite
Is there something I missed? Submit your favorite Central Ohio factory tour and I might just add it here.
