Ohio became the 17th state of the Union on March 1, 1803! It’s named after the Seneca word for “Great River,” but you can also call it The Buckeye State! Its capital and largest city is Columbus! Ohio’s state motto is “With God, all things are possible!” This state is famous for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park, National Museum of the US Air Force, the Great Serpent Mound, Ohio & Erie Canal, the Johnny Appleseed Memorial, Harriet Beecher Stowe House, and A Christmas Story House!