Bowling Green

Bowling Green sits around 20 miles southwest of Toledo and covers an area that was once part of the Great Black Swamp. The city houses a university and offers residential neighborhoods, parks, shops, and public buildings along wide streets with green spaces.

The city was incorporated in 1855 and became the Wood County seat in 1868 after the surrounding swampland was drained. Development accelerated with the arrival of railroad lines and the founding of the university in the late 19th century.

The Black Swamp Arts Festival gathers musicians, artists, and residents from the surrounding area each year to present regional works and performances. The event takes place outdoors and draws visitors who stroll among booths, listen to live music, and discover local creations.

The B.G. Transit system and university shuttles connect different parts of the city and help visitors find their way around. The Wood County District Library provides information resources and spaces that are open to the public during regular hours.

During the Second World War, the city employed Italian and German prisoners of war in local manufacturing plants, where they worked on producing goods for the war effort. These workers lived in nearby camps and were transported daily to the factories.

Location: Wood County

Inception: 1901

Elevation above the sea: 212 m

Website: http://bgohio.org

GPS coordinates: 41.37389,-83.65083

Latest update: December 13, 2025 18:52