National Register Listings in Mahoning County, Ohio
Alliance Clay Product Company
Anderson, Judge William Shaw, House
Arlington Avenue District
Austintown Log House
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Terminal
Burt Building
Butler Institute Of American Art
Central Tower Building
City Hall Annex
Crandall Park-Fifth Avenue Historic District
Damascus Grade School
Erie Terminal Building-Commerce Plaza Building
Federal Building
First National Bank Building
Forest Glen Estates Historic District
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
Gallagher Building
Helen Chapel
Idora Park
Jay's Lunch
Jones Hall, Youngstown State University
Kirtland, Jared P., House
Kress Building
Lake Hamilton Dam
Lanterman Mill
Liberty Theatre
Lowellville Railroad Station
Mahoning County Courthouse
Mahoning National Bank Building
Maple-Dell
Masonic Temple
McCrory Building
McGuffey, William H., Boyhood Home Site
McKelvey-Higbee Co. Buildings
McMillan, Reuben, Free Library
Mill Creek Park Historic District
Mill Creek Park Suspension Bridge
Neff, Conrad, House
Newport Village Allotment Historic District
Newton, Judge Eben, House
Ohio One-Ohio Edison
Old Mahoning County Courthouse
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
Peggy Ann Building
Poland Center School
Rayen School
Realty Building
Renner, George J., Jr., House
Republic Iron and Steel Office Building
Ruggles, Charles, House
Sebring, Frank, House
South Main Street District
South Main Street District (Boundary Increase)
Southern Park Stable
St. James Episcopal Church
St. John's Episcopal Church
Stambaugh Building
Stambaugh, Henry H., Memorial Auditorium
State Theater
Strouss-Hirschberg Company
Tod Homestead Cemetery Gate
Vaughn, Daniel, Homestead
Warner Theater
Wells Building
Welsh Congregational Church
White Bridge
Wick Avenue Historic District
Wick Avenue Historic District (Boundary Decrease)
Wick Building
Wick Park Historic District
Wick Park Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company Housing
YWCA Building
About Mahoning County
Mahoning County Timeline
Mahoning County, located in northeastern Ohio, has a rich history dating back to its early settlement in the late 18th century. The region was initially inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Wyandot and Delaware, before European settlers began to arrive in the late 1700s. The county's name is derived from a Native American word meaning "at the salt lick," a reference to the abundant salt deposits found in the region.
The first permanent settlement in Mahoning County was established in 1796 by Samuel Heaton and James Hillman, who built a log cabin near present-day Coitsville. As more settlers arrived, the area's population grew rapidly, driven by the development of industries such as coal mining, iron production, and agriculture. The Mahoning River, which flows through the county, played a vital role in supporting these industries, serving as a transportation route for goods and providing water power for mills.
In the mid-19th century, the establishment of railroads further boosted Mahoning County's economic growth. Youngstown, the county seat, became a thriving industrial center known for its steel mills and manufacturing industries. The city's population exploded, attracting immigrants from various European countries who sought job opportunities in the area. The steel industry, along with the manufacturing sector, brought prosperity to the county and made it a significant contributor to the nation's industrial growth.
However, the decline of the steel industry in the late 20th century had a profound impact on Mahoning County. As steel mills closed down, thousands of jobs were lost, leading to economic difficulties and population decline. In recent years, the county has worked to diversify its economy, focusing on sectors such as healthcare, education, and technology. Today, Mahoning County continues to be a vibrant region with a mix of urban and suburban communities, preserving its historical legacy while adapting to the changing times.
The first permanent settlement in Mahoning County was established in 1796 by Samuel Heaton and James Hillman, who built a log cabin near present-day Coitsville. As more settlers arrived, the area's population grew rapidly, driven by the development of industries such as coal mining, iron production, and agriculture. The Mahoning River, which flows through the county, played a vital role in supporting these industries, serving as a transportation route for goods and providing water power for mills.
In the mid-19th century, the establishment of railroads further boosted Mahoning County's economic growth. Youngstown, the county seat, became a thriving industrial center known for its steel mills and manufacturing industries. The city's population exploded, attracting immigrants from various European countries who sought job opportunities in the area. The steel industry, along with the manufacturing sector, brought prosperity to the county and made it a significant contributor to the nation's industrial growth.
However, the decline of the steel industry in the late 20th century had a profound impact on Mahoning County. As steel mills closed down, thousands of jobs were lost, leading to economic difficulties and population decline. In recent years, the county has worked to diversify its economy, focusing on sectors such as healthcare, education, and technology. Today, Mahoning County continues to be a vibrant region with a mix of urban and suburban communities, preserving its historical legacy while adapting to the changing times.
Mahoning County Timeline
This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Mahoning County, Ohio.
- 1803 - Mahoning County is established on March 1, 1803.
- 1804 - First courthouse in Mahoning County is constructed in Canfield.
- 1833 - Youngstown is incorporated as a village.
- 1846 - Youngstown becomes a city on March 3, 1846.
- 1874 - The Mahoning County Courthouse is built in downtown Youngstown.
- 1876 - The first telephone exchange in Mahoning County is established in Youngstown.
- 1899 - The Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company is founded, becoming a major employer in the area.
- 1902 - The first electric streetcar begins operation in Youngstown.
- 1905 - Youngstown State University is established as Youngstown College.
- 1918 - Youngstown experiences a significant increase in population during World War I due to the steel industry.
- 1946 - The Youngstown Symphony Orchestra is founded.
- 1952 - Mahoning County is hit by a devastating flood in March.
- 1960 - The Mahoning Valley Scrappers minor league baseball team is established.
- 1997 - The Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport opens, providing improved air transportation services.