Motorcycle outside a cell block
A row of motorcycles sits outside a row of prison cells at the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield during the Party at the Pen East event. Credit: Jay Allred

MANSFIELD — Motorcycle enthusiasts near and far descended on the Ohio State Reformatory this weekend for Party at the Pen East.

The event was billed as the Midwest’s newest vintage motorcycle show.

The inaugural event showcased the best 1960s and ’70s style choppers at The Ohio State Reformatory’s prison yards and cell blocks.

Charity raffle proceeds went to benefit the Wounded Warriors Family Support project.

The show also featured the American Motor Drome Company Wall of Death with motorcycle daredevils who traveled along a vertical wall to perform tricks, fancy riding and acrobatics.

Food trucks, beverages, tattoo artists, and a renowned 1800s Tin Type photographer taking portraits were among the vendors.

(Photos by Jay Allred)

Jay Allred is the CEO of Source Media Properties, which includes three local news sites, a full service digital marketing agency, and an artificial intelligence startup. The Source Brand Solutions marketing...