Wapakoneta, County seat in Auglaize County, Ohio.
The city extends over 6.61 square miles along the Auglaize River, situated 56 miles north of Dayton and 83 miles south of Toledo.
Established in the 1780s, the settlement originated from a Shawnee village named Waughpaughkonnetta, which French-Canadian traders used as a trading post location.
The Summer Moon Festival brings thousands of visitors to celebrate Neil Armstrong's lunar achievement with parades, exhibits, and community activities.
The Wapakoneta Area Chamber of Commerce maintains directories of local businesses, restaurants, and accommodations while organizing regular networking events for members.
The Armstrong Air & Space Museum displays space artifacts, including items from the Gemini and Apollo missions, connecting visitors to lunar exploration history.
Location: Auglaize County
Inception: 1782
Elevation above the sea: 272 m
Part of: West Central Ohio
Website: https://wapakoneta.net
GPS coordinates: 40.56917,-84.19417
Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:56
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