Venice Pavilion Still Offers Entertainment - It’s Just a Different Kind

For a unique shopping experience, away from the crowds, take a short trip to the country. Shop back in time at Venice Pavilion Antiques, a historic landmark in Ross, Ohio, on the Great Miami River.

The first building erected on the land where Venice Pavilion Antiques now stands in the center of Venice was a tavern that opened in 1817. Just before the roaring 20’s, in April of 1918, The Venice Pavilion replaced that tavern and quickly became the social center for the area. In the basement, locals scattered pins at three bowling lanes, and tried their hands at billiards. A ground floor restaurant with a beautiful oak bar and soda fountain served the townspeople daily.

The dance floor on the 2^nd floor became the gathering place for the community, hosting live music Saturday nights. Performers such as the Carter Family, Tex Ritter, Justin Tubbs, and the Midwestern Hayride took the stage.

The original architecture, tin ceilings and oak bar still remain today as a part of your shopping experience at Venice Pavilion Antiques. Housing over 80 dealers and 70 showcases, you’ll find all kinds of collectibles, jewelry and period furniture there. Browse the new gallery of artwork from the past as well as from current area artists like Robert Fabe and Frank McElwain. Step into the Stardust Room for all kinds of treasures and listen to music from antique player pianos. Your visit will seem like you are passing through time, and it’s more than likely you will find a special heirloom to take home.

So leave the hustle and bustle behind and experience a shopping trip like no other. There is still entertainment at the Venice Pavilion. It’s just of a different kind. Visit Venice Pavilion Antiques, open daily from 11am to 7pm, at 4299 Hamilton Cleves Hwy, Ross, Ohio 45014. The mall is easy to get to – just take, I-75 to West I-275 to the Colerain Ave. Exit. Then go North on Rt. 27 (Colerain Ave.), exit at Rt. 28 (Ross/Hamilton Exit) and go left to the corner of Routes 128 & 126. Look for signs at the exits.

Venice Pavilion is always looking for quality vendors to join them. Check out their web store, www.venicepavilionantiques.com or call 513-738-8180 for information.