Springfield Ohio History

A History of the County; its Cities, Towns, etc.; General and Local Statistics; Portraits of Early Settlers and Prominent Men; History of the Northwest Territory; History of Ohio; Map of Clark County

Biographies of Early Settlers and Prominent Men (and Women) of Clark County Ohio

On-line Obituaries database

This information may be useful as a substitute for the 1890 federal census. The pages were scanned and converted using OCR

This is volume 1 of 2, published 1922

This is Volume II by Benjamin F. Prince

20th century history of Springfield, and Clark County, Ohio, and representative citizens by Hon William Rockell Free download to read online or pdf form.

Heritage Center of Clark County 117 South Fountain Av. Springfield, OH 45502 (937) 324-0657

The Westcott House Foundation was established in September 2000 to manage the restoration of Frank Lloyd Wright's only Prairie Style home in Ohio and to develop The Westcott House as a museum and educational center. The house, fully restored and hailed by many as a forgotten architectural treasure, opened to the public on October 15, 2005. The Westcott House is one of about 260 Wright houses remaining in the world with eleven located in Ohio. One of the Foundation's primary goals is to establish The Westcott House as a "must-see" destination for the benefit of community and state, architectural enthusiasts, and the general public. Located at 1340 East High Street, Springfield, OH 937-327-9291

Constructed 1838 - 1839, with an 1850's west wing, this three-story brick, Federal-style inn and tavern, nostagically known as "The Old Pennsylvania House", served travelers on the National Road during the short lived coach and wagon era. The Pennsylvania House was the boyhood home of Dr. Isaac Funk, of Funk & Wagnalls dictionary fame, whose parents operated the inn during the 1840's. David Snively built the Federal-style Pennsylvania House in 1839 along the newly constructed National Road. This tavern and inn was an important stopover for livestock drovers and pioneers traveling by foot, on horseback, or in Conestoga wagons during the nineteenth century westward expansion of the United States. Closed as an inn after the Civil War, it then served as a doctor's clinic, boarding house, and secondhand shop before falling into total disrepair. The Lagonda Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution saved it from demolition in 1939 and have owned and operated it as a museum since. Located at 1311 West Main St. Springfield, OH 937-322-7668

The Turner Foundation was established in January 2001 as part of the estate plan of local businessman and philanthropist Harry M. Turner. This charitable foundation was created to be both a platform and a catalyst for the improvement of life in Springfield and Clark County through investment in community non-profit groups.

Established in 2003, the Springfield Preservation Alliance grew out of a community-based effort to recognize, preserve, and revitalize the architectural and cultural heritage of Springfield, Ohio. With a two-fold mission of advocacy and education, the Alliance works to preserve existing architectural resources and raise public appreciation of these resources through publications, tours, lectures, and special programs.

The Daniel Hertzler House was built in 1854-1855, a Pennsylvania Style Bank House and is an interesting study of 19th century architecture, a design for convenience and an example of Midwestern individualism. The house was built as a farm home for a rich Mennonite and the furnishings reflect this theme. The d

The George Rogers Clark Heritage Association was an outgrowth of Project 80, which in conjunction with the American Revolution Bicentennial Committee, organized the 1980 reenactment of the Battle of Peckuwe. At the time, a triangular fort and blockhouse, modeled after the larger one in the Shawnee village of Peckuwe, were built in George Rogers Clark Park. After the Bicentennial activities, the association began to focus on the civilian side of the Federal period with the vehicle of choice being a trade fair, named the Fair at New Boston. In recent years the George Rogers Clark Heritage Association has expanded its activities to include spring and fall events, classes on period character building, educational talks, period dancing, and period dinners. The association works with the Clark County Park District on developing and promoting George Rogers Clark Park.

Champion City Guide & Supply is a partnership of the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce and Greater Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau. Retail store and visitor center featuring Springfield-centric merchandise, heritage brand T's and local artisan goods. Located at 137 E. Main Street, Springfield. Hours are Tuesday-Friday 10-6 pm , Saturday & Sunday 10-4 pm.

The Center for Commerce, Culture, and Community

The Frame Haven has been serving Springfield and surrounding areas for over 20 years. Great place for Framing and Purchase of Prints, including P Buckley Moss. 1300 Goodwin Avenue Springfield (937) 323-9088

This place is great! Wonderful New York Style Pizza, and sandwiches. Located at 406 West Harding Rd. 937-390-1300. Check out their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/BadaBing.Springfield

Famous Deli style sandwiches!