Among the many visual and artistic treasures of Newark Ohio, the Pride-N-Play Preschool facilities must be ranked near the top. They are the decades-long work and overriding interest of Tom Cowles, who has lovingly designed and built this imaginative, yet entertaining and educational fairyland.


His dedication extends beyond mere time and talent: Tom's entire family's would-be profits have been reinvested because of their love for children.

Tom's carpentry and design skills show incredible attention to detail - all the while aiming it as a tool for the best possible education of wee people.

If Newark's history books are written accurately, Tom will be lionized for his dedication to children and for his unique artistic contributions to local education.