Newark in Licking County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

The Canal Market District

Photographed By Craig Doda, September 2, 2022

1. The Canal Market District Marker

Inscription. J. Gilbert (Gib) Reese was born in Newark in 1925. He has a deep seeded passion for his hometown. Gib spent his career practicing law in Newark but for over 60 years he worked tirelessly to make a difference for his community.

Gib's vision for the Canal Market District began in the early 1980s. He knew that the Pennsylvania Train Station had been the central point of entry for Licking County in the late 1800s. He wanted to recreate the majestic walk leading up to the historic Licking County Courthouse, to develop a first rate farmer's market and to create green space for all citizens to enjoy. Mr. Reese shared his vision with anyone who would listen. In the ensuing years he began the acquisition of property, the painting of murals to bring the history. of the area to life, extensive research to find the best design for the market place as well as the purchase and restoration of the historic. Pennsylvania Railroad Station in 1991.

Because of Gib's vision and decades of preparation the Canal Market District is a reality..

Erected 2016.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1925.

Location. 40° 3.327′ N, 82° 24.038′ W. Marker is

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in Newark, Ohio, in Licking County. Marker is on East Walnut Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 25 E Walnut St, Newark OH 43055, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Pennsylvania Train Station (within shouting distance of this marker); Licking County Historic Jail (within shouting distance of this marker); The Licking County Courthouse (within shouting distance of this marker); The Works Museum (within shouting distance of this marker); Louis Sullivan Building (within shouting distance of this marker); The Midland Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker); Sherwood-Davidson House (within shouting distance of this marker); The National Heisey Glass Museum (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Newark.

Photographed By Craig Doda, September 2, 2022

2. The Canal Market District Marker

Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago & Saint Louit Railroad Depot image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Craig Doda, September 2, 2022

3. Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago & Saint Louit Railroad Depot

Credits. This page was last revised on September 21, 2022. It was originally submitted on September 11, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 47 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on September 11, 2022, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.