Celina, County seat in Mercer County, Ohio, United States.
Description
Celina is a county seat in Mercer County, Ohio, situated along Grand Lake St. Marys. The town features residential neighborhoods, local shops, and recreational spaces typical of a small midwestern city.
History
James Watson Riley founded the settlement in 1834, naming it after Salina, New York. Growth accelerated during the 1880s when oil discoveries brought economic activity to the area.
Culture
The Lake Festival and County Fair are yearly gatherings where you can see locals celebrating with music, competitions, and food that reflect the region's traditions. These events shape how people in town connect with each other and mark the seasons.
Practical
The town is easy to navigate, with straightforward street layouts and parking available near shops and public buildings. For information about local services and events, visitors can check the city's website or stop by downtown offices.
Did you know?
A powerful tornado struck the town in 2019, causing severe damage to buildings near the northwestern shore of the lake. This event led to major rebuilding efforts that reshaped parts of the community.
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Grand Lake St. Marys State Park
6.4 km
St. Charles Seminary
13.2 km
Shrine of the Holy Relics
17.1 km
St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
18 km
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church
16.2 km
Grand Lake St. Marys Lighthouse
7.5 km
St. Sebastian's Catholic Church
12.8 km
Precious Blood Catholic Church
14.4 km
Adolph Boesel House
20.5 km
Julius Boesel House
19.9 km
William Luelleman House
20.2 km
Matthias Gast House
18.1 km
Dr. Issac Elmer Williams House and Office
15 km
Grand Lake St. Marys
7.2 km
Bicycle Museum of America
20.5 kmColdwater Memorial Park
9.2 kmMercelina Park
712 m
Blackhoof Street Bridge
20.6 km
The Miami & Erie Canal and New Bremen
20.5 kmCelina Main Street Commercial Historic District
353 mDeerfield Golf Course
16.6 kmNorthmoor Golf Course
7.7 kmMercer County Elks Golf Club
11.9 kmCelina Lynx Golf Club
3.6 kmFreedom Amphitheater
16.2 kmCrown Amphitheater
5.3 kmArts Place
15.6 kmSculpture, Work of art
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