Bowling Green, County seat in Wood County, Ohio.
Bowling Green sits 20 miles southwest of Toledo, spanning 12.61 square miles of land that was formerly part of the Great Black Swamp.
The city became the Wood County seat in 1868 after its incorporation in 1855, following the drainage of the surrounding Black Swamp territory.
The Black Swamp Arts Festival brings together local musicians, artists, and community members each year to showcase regional talents and creations.
The B.G. Transit system and university shuttles connect residents to different areas of the city, while the Wood County District Library offers educational resources.
During World War II, the city integrated Italian and German prisoners of war into its workforce, employing them in local manufacturing facilities.
Location: Wood County
Inception: 1901
Elevation above the sea: 212 m
Website: http://bgohio.org
GPS coordinates: 41.37389,-83.65083
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:33
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