On the nature side, the Toledo Zoo is one of the largest in the world. Also, the Toledo COSI is a museum which offers visitors the chance to experience science and industry in action. Toledo is home to two state secondary schools. The University of Toledo is recognized as one of the nation's major regional universities. The Medical College of Ohio is known for its research as well as its educating.
Professional golf is very popular in Toledo.
There is a tournament held at the Inverness Golf Club every year. Although Toledo has no major league teams, it whole-heartedly supports what is likely the most well known minor league baseball team in the United States, the Mud Hens. Famous for their contributions to the glass manufacturing industry, Edward Libbey and Michael Owens were both long time residents of Toledo. Chief Justice Morrison R. Waite was born in Toledo.