National Register Listings in Stark County, Ohio
Alliance Bank Building
Bair, Jacob H., House
Barber-Whitticar House
Bender's Restaurant-Belmont Buffet
Bordner House
Brewster Railroad YMCA/Wandle House
Canal Fulton Historic District
Canton Public Library
City National Bank Building
City Savings Bank & Trust Company
Clearview Golf Club
Cook, George E., House
Dewalt Building
Dobkins, John and Syd, House
Eagles Building-Strand Theater
Eagles' Temple
Earley-Hartzell House
East Main Street Historic District
Elson-Magnolia Flour Mill
Fife, Harry E., House
Firestone, Charles E., House
First Ladies National Historic Site
First Methodist Episcopal Church
First Methodist Episcopal Church
First Methodist Episcopal Church of Alliance, Ohio
First National Bank Building
First Reformed and First Lutheran Churches
Five Oaks
Fourth Street Historic District
Frances Apartment Building
French, Garnet B., House
Glamorgan
Haines House
Hartville Hotel
Harvard Company-Weber Dental Manufacturing Company
Hercules Motors Corporation Industrial Complex
Hoover Company Historic District
Hoover Farm
Hotel Courtland
Ideal Department Store Building
Lake Township School
Landmark Tavern
Lavin, Carl and Audrey, House
Lehman, John H., High School
Loew-Define Grocery Store and Home
Louisville Historic District
Martin, Brooke and Anna E. House
Massillon Cemetery Building
Massillon Downtown Historic District
McKinley Park Apartments
McKinley, William, Tomb
Mellett-Canton Daily News Building
Miller, John, House
Mount Union College District
New Baltimore Inn
Old McKinley High School
Onesto Hotel
Palace Theater
Purcell, Robert A. and Elizabeth H., House
Putman, Walter S., House
Renkert, Harry S., House
Ridgewood Historic District
Rochester Square Historic District
Saint Joseph's Roman Catholic Church
Saxton House
Schuffenecker, August Building
Science Hill School
Serquet, Emanuel and Frederick, Farm
Seven Ranges Terminus
Spring Hill
St. Edward Hotel
St. John's Catholic Church
St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church Complex
St. Louis Church
St. Mary's Catholic Church
St. Paul's Reformed Church
St. Peter Church
St. Timothy's Protestant Episcopal Church
Stahl-Hoagland House
Stark County Courthouse and Annex
Stewart, Harry Bartlett, Property
Timken Vocational High School
Timken, Henry H., Estate Barn
Town Pump of East Sparta, The
Trinity Lutheran Church
Upper Downtown Canton Historic District
Vicary House
Werner Inn
Wilmot United Brethren Church
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About Stark County
Stark County Timeline
Stark County, Ohio has a rich history dating back to the early 19th century. The area was originally inhabited by Native American tribes, including the Delaware and Wyandot tribes. European settlers began arriving in the late 18th century, with the establishment of settlements such as Canton, Massillon, and Alliance.
During the early 1800s, Stark County experienced rapid growth and development. The completion of the Ohio and Erie Canal in 1827 provided an economic boost, as it connected the region to other parts of Ohio and allowed for easier transportation of goods. This led to the expansion of industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and coal mining.
Stark County played a significant role in the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad. Many residents were active in helping enslaved individuals escape to freedom, and local landmarks like the Wesleyan Methodist Church in East Canton served as safe havens for fugitive slaves.
In the 20th century, Stark County became known for its thriving steel and manufacturing industries. Companies like Timken Steel, Republic Steel, and Hoover Company contributed to the county's economic growth and development. However, like many other industrial towns, Stark County experienced a decline in these industries in the latter part of the century, leading to changes in the local economy.
Today, Stark County is a diverse and vibrant community with a mix of urban and rural areas. It is home to various cultural and historical attractions, including the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the William McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, and the Canton Museum of Art. The county continues to evolve and adapt, embracing new industries and opportunities while cherishing its deep historical roots.
During the early 1800s, Stark County experienced rapid growth and development. The completion of the Ohio and Erie Canal in 1827 provided an economic boost, as it connected the region to other parts of Ohio and allowed for easier transportation of goods. This led to the expansion of industries such as manufacturing, agriculture, and coal mining.
Stark County played a significant role in the abolitionist movement and the Underground Railroad. Many residents were active in helping enslaved individuals escape to freedom, and local landmarks like the Wesleyan Methodist Church in East Canton served as safe havens for fugitive slaves.
In the 20th century, Stark County became known for its thriving steel and manufacturing industries. Companies like Timken Steel, Republic Steel, and Hoover Company contributed to the county's economic growth and development. However, like many other industrial towns, Stark County experienced a decline in these industries in the latter part of the century, leading to changes in the local economy.
Today, Stark County is a diverse and vibrant community with a mix of urban and rural areas. It is home to various cultural and historical attractions, including the Pro Football Hall of Fame, the William McKinley Presidential Library and Museum, and the Canton Museum of Art. The county continues to evolve and adapt, embracing new industries and opportunities while cherishing its deep historical roots.
Stark County Timeline
This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Stark County, Ohio.
- 1809 - Stark County is founded.
- 1825 - Canton, the county seat, is incorporated.
- 1833 - The Ohio and Erie Canal reaches Canton, bringing economic growth to the area.
- 1861-1865 - Stark County sends many soldiers to fight in the American Civil War.
- 1892 - The Pro Football Hall of Fame is established in Canton.
- 1920 - The first professional football league, the American Professional Football Association (later renamed the National Football League), is founded in Canton.
- 1940s-1950s - Stark County experiences industrial growth as manufacturing and steel production expand.
- 1960s-1970s - Economic decline occurs as the manufacturing industry declines.
- 1990 - The Timken Company, a major employer in the area, celebrates 100 years of operation in Stark County.
- 2000s - Efforts to revitalize downtown Canton begin, including the construction of the Pro Football Hall of Fame Village.