Mount Vernon, County seat in Knox County, Ohio.
Located along the Kokosing River, Mount Vernon spans 9.60 square miles of rolling hills and valleys within the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau region.
The city foundation dates back to 1805 when Joseph Walker, Thomas Patterson, and Benjamin Butler established the settlement, naming it after George Washington's estate.
The Woodward Opera House stands as the oldest theater of its kind in the United States, now serving as a performing arts center.
The Knox County Historical Society maintains extensive exhibits about local history, while Mount Vernon Nazarene University provides educational opportunities for residents.
In 1953, a fire destroyed the entire city telephone exchange, causing communication disruptions that lasted several months throughout the community.
Location: Knox County
Inception: 1805
Elevation above the sea: 305 m
Website: http://mountvernonohio.org
GPS coordinates: 40.39280,-82.48110
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:51
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