On August 12, 1926, a nearly complete mastodon skeleton was found by tenant farmer James Bailey on the farm of Friend Butt in Johnstown OH.

The mastodon was in a six foot deep peat pit. The shallow depression was once a natural pond over which then property owner Friend Butt once skated on when he was a young boy.

A Newark, OH businessman bought the skeleton and subsequently sold it to the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, where it remains on display today.

It took them a mere 113 years since their founding to reach the pinnacle of their fame. One can only imagine what 2039 has in store!

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Farmstay in Johnstown

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"The home is exactly as described. The host was available with any questions. We would definitely stay again."

$263 nightly

Aug 29 - Aug 30

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Interior

"We had such a great stay here a couple weekends ago. The place was spotless, had everything we needed, and the setting was just beautiful and peaceful. Loved the landscaping and quiet surroundings. The little town was so quaint — we really enjoyed grabbing coffee at Wiggins and taking walks around the Kenyon campus. There were plenty of activities to keep us busy, including the game room, bicycle riding, and walking the trails. Would definitely recommend for a relaxing getaway."

$457 nightly

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Total with taxes and fees

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

"Good location was good except was very unclean"

$560 nightly

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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Number of reviews	58
Accommodation	8 Farmstay
Lowest Price	$263
Highest Price	$560

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