Ravenswood, a town along the Ohio River once known for its transportation, manufacturing and trade sectors, is now utilizing its assets to reinvent itself as a premiere destination to live, work and play.
The city’ s quaint downtown area allows visitors to connect with its smalltown atmosphere and enjoy local shops, restaurants and art spaces. Its proximity to the Ohio River also offers outdoor recreation opportunities and scenic views that keep guests coming back.
“ I believe we have one of the most vibrant and beautiful river towns in our country,” Josh Miller, mayor of Ravenswood, says.“ The variety of businesses we have in our small town is second to none for a town of our size, and I attribute that to entrepreneurship and creating an environment in which people want to live and want to conduct business.”
There are many unique businesses in Ravenswood that offer fresh experiences for visitors and locals alike:
• LML Riverbend Antique Mall
• Mountain Momma Marketplace
• Ohio River Valley Antiques
• Ravenswood Arts Gallery
• Las Fajitas Mexican Restaurant
• Steaming Cup Café
• Ravenswood Floral & Gifts
• Seabolt & Co. Modern Apothecary & Spa( Spring 2026)
• Miner’ s Refinery Barber Shop
• Santee’ s Sweets & Eats
• Inaka Hibachi and Sushi
Downtown Ravenswood Partners, an economic development agency committed to enhancing the downtown district, was conceptualized when local leaders realized how they could utilize their unique river town location.
In 2024, Ravenswood was selected to become an ON TRAC community, meaning it will receive resources to help accomplish its desired growth. By strengthening its Main Street, the city will provide residents with a better quality of life with enhanced downtown amenities that will increase tourism and improve the local economy.
“ In Ravenswood, downtown vitality is closely tied to community pride, economic resilience and the ability to attract new talent, entrepreneurs and investment.”
— Molly Washburn Executive Director, Downtown Ravenswood Partners