Founded in 1831, Denison is one of the earliest colleges to be established in the old “Northwest Territory,” west of the Allegheny Mountains and north of the Ohio River. Encompassing 931 total acres, highlights include the 250-acre hilltop section of campus, a 350-acre Biological Reserve, and the historic Denison Golf Club.

The Denison Golf Club at Granville was designed in 1924 by the Scottish golf course architect, Donald Ross and opened in 1925. The golf course is known as one of the best public courses in the Midwest. The Club, with 63 carefully placed sand bunkers, its elevated and rolling greens, is a true test of golf.

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Alligator mound is a giant earthen sculpture of a four-footed animal with a round head and a long, curving tail. Although it has the name “Alligator” Mound, archaeologists believe that the animal depicted by the effigy is perhaps an opossum or a panther. The earthwork is approximately 250 feet long, 76 feet wide, and about four feet high.

The Granville Historical Society is a dynamic, vibrant organization devoted to the history of this remarkable area. They run a museum and archives, publish books and periodicals, host lectures, help with genealogical and historical research, and more.

The Granville Inn is surrounded by rolling hills, soaring trees, and a charming New England style village. Built in 1924, this beloved community treasure boasts luxurious guest rooms, state-of-the-art meeting spaces, a grand ballroom, and a variety of dining options.

The Avery-Downer House and Robbins Hunter Museum is a historic house museum furnished with 18th and 19th century decorative arts acquired by the original owners, as well as collectors tied to the house over its long history. It was completed in 1842, with additions in 1875, 1930, and finally during Robbins Hunter’s occupancy from 1956 to 1979.

Granville Exempted Village School District is proud to be one of Ohio’s highest-achieving public school districts. We serve more than 2,400 students in four schools. Our students learn through a diverse selection of academic, athletic and service-based opportunities, led by highly-skilled faculty and staff. Granville Schools are inspired by exceptional family and community support.

Raccoon International is a mature golf course located approximately 20 minutes east of Columbus Ohio. Situated in rolling woodlands just outside of historic Granville, it features striking vistas and beautiful lakes on a challenging and well maintained par 72 layout.

Timbuk Farms began in 1952 as a Christmas tree farm. At the time the dream of a Christmas tree farm became a reality for the original owners, the Schmidt family, Granville was quite remote from Columbus. A drive to the farm from the family home in Columbus was like a trip to Timbuktu. That is how the farm got its name, shortened and simplified to Timbuk Farms.