Clinton in Summit County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Canal Boom Town
Clinton
Photographed By Craig Doda, May 11, 2024
1. Canal Boom Town Marker
Founded in 1816, the Village of Clinton flourished after the Ohio & Erie Canal opened here in 1828.
Clinton became a major distribution center for coal, grain and produce. Supporting businesses increased including blacksmiths, grocery and provision stores, saloons, hotels, warehouses, and the Clinton Milling Company.
The railroad arrived in 1852. Clinton continued to thrive on both transportation systems until the devastating Flood of 1913.
Erected by Summit MetroParks.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers • Waterways & Vessels. In addition, it is included in the Ohio and Erie Canal series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1816.
Location. 40° 55.746′ N, 81° 37.756′ W. Marker is in Clinton, Ohio, in Summit County. Marker is on North Street, 0.1 miles north of Donnenwirth Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 2749 North St, Clinton OH 44216, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 4 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Guard Lock (within shouting distance of this marker); Dedicated To (approx. 0.4 miles away); The Robinson House (approx. 3.1 miles away); Public Square
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Photographed By Craig Doda, May 11, 2024
2. Canal Boom Town Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 15, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 14, 2024, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 36 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 14, 2024, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
