These 13 Photos Of Ohio In The 1970s Are Mesmerizing

The 1970s were a memorable time no matter where you lived---but here in Ohio it was extra groovy. From bell bottoms to long lost amusement parks we all wish would come back to Ohio, it was certainly a unique time to live in the Buckeye State. The following 13 vintage photos showcase different areas throughout Ohio during the 1970s:

1. Ohio University (Athens)

College Green at Ohio University in Athens, OH. Circa 1973.

2. Ohio University students (Athens)

Students in The Post newsroom at Ohio University in Athens, OH. Circa 1979.

3. Riverfront Stadium (Cincinnati)

Riverfront Stadium scoreboard in Cincinnati, OH. Circa 1978.

4. Kentucky Friend Chicken (Columbus)

Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant in Columbus, OH. Circa 1979.

5. Apartment complex (Dayton)

Apartment complex in Dayton, OH. Circa 1970.

6. Cedar Point Amusement Park (Sandusky)

View from the buckets at Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, OH. Circa 1970.

7. Cedar Point Amusement Park (Sandusky)

The giant slide at Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, OH. Circa 1975.

8. Geauga Lake Amusement Park (Aurora)

Geauga Lake Amusement Park in Aurora, OH. Circa late 1970s.

9. Bicentennial Park (Columbus)

Bicentennial Park at night in Columbus, OH. Circa 976-1979.

10. Ohio Historical Society (Columbus)

Ohio Historical Society building in Columbus, OH. Circa 1977.

11. Camping along the Ohio River

Caping along the Ohio River, circa 1972.

12. Virginia Kendall Ledges (Akron)

What was once called Virginia Kendall Park (and part of the Akron Metropolitan Park system) is now part of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Circa 1975.

13. Graceland Cinema (Columbus)

The Graceland Cinema in Columbus, OH. Circa 1979.

What did you think of these photos? Do you remember what life in Ohio was like in the '70s? Share your memories and thoughts with us in the comments below!