Holmes County, County in Ohio, United States
Description
Holmes County is a county in northeastern Ohio, defined by rolling hills, farmland, and small towns scattered across the landscape. Millersburg serves as the county seat and serves as a hub for visitors exploring the rural region.
History
The area was established in 1825 and named after a War of 1812 officer. It quickly became an agricultural hub and attracted communities seeking to preserve traditional ways of life.
Culture
The community here shapes the landscape: horse-drawn buggies are as common on roads as cars elsewhere, and handcraft workshops and small shops dot the area. The pace of life follows farming cycles and seasonal work rather than modern schedules.
Practical
The area is best explored by car, as destinations are spread across rural roads and backroads. Visitor information centers and lodging options in towns make it easier to plan visits to different parts of the region.
Did you know?
The area has become a center for handcraft and sustainable practices that draw visitors beyond typical tourism routes. Small workshops produce goods using traditional methods sold in local shops and markets.
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Age of Steam Roundhouse
24.1 km
Bridge of Dreams
24.7 kmSecrest Arboretum
24.4 km
Brown's Lake Bog
17.5 km
Amish & Mennonite Heritage Center
12.7 km
Holmes County Courthouse
1.3 km
Helmick Covered Bridge
18.6 km
Brightman House
1.2 km
Ohio Theatre
27.1 km
Pomerene House
1 kmG. Adams House
1.2 km
Croco House
8.5 km
Millersburg Christian Church
1.2 km
United Methodist Church
1 km
Boyd School
9.5 km
Joseph Armstrong Farm
13.2 km
David Warther Carvings & Gift Shop
21.1 kmMillersburg Historic District
1.2 km
Stutzman's Crossing
18.2 km
Charles Franklin Kettering
27 km
Jonas Stutzman
17.8 kmFire Ridge Golf Course
2.6 kmWorld's Largest Cuckoo Clock
25.3 kmHolmes County Public Library
2.2 kmOhio Amish Country
11.3 kmStatue, Work of art
25.3 kmMarvin&Rachel’s house
24.9 kmFunk
23.8 km
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