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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Newark

 
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1 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — 25-27 South Park Place —
On South Park Place east of South 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east.
[Top] Built by Thomas Hite Sites 1867 [Bottom] This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m247784) HM
2 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Architectural Artifact from The Old Home, 1914 —
On North 2nd Street, on the right when traveling north.
This copper fresh air intake hood was removed from the roof of the downtown Louis Sullivan-designed jewel box bank during its exterior restoration in 2019. Inspired by the iconic structure's leaded art glass windows, the iron base was created . . . — — Map (db m205991) HM
3 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Astronomical Alignments —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
Each night, the moon rises and sets at a slightly different point on the horizon. Over the course of an 18.6-year cycle, the moon transits a path that was recognized by the people of the Hopewell culture, which they encoded in the Octagon . . . — — Map (db m272282) HM
4 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Attack On America —
On South Park Place, on the right when traveling north.
Dedicated to the police, firemen, EMTs and all of the victims of the tragedy of September 11, 2001 in New York, Pennsylvania and the Pentagon Also dedicated to the firemen, policemen, EMTs and all city employees of Newark Dedicated . . . — — Map (db m205881) WM
5 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — B-25 Crashes In Newark —
On Hudson Avenue at Wyoming Street, on the right when traveling south on Hudson Avenue.
On September 8, 1942, a B-25 bomber crashed here at the corner of Hudson and Wyoming Streets. The plane was headed from Wright Air Field in Dayton to Mitchell Air Force Base at Long Island, New York when it dropped under low-lying storm clouds . . . — — Map (db m299442) HM
6 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Bigelow Park —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Bigelow Park is named for Dr. Oliver Bigelow (1739-1817), a physician who served during the American Revolution. In 1810 he purchased 4,000 acres and laid out the plans for Johnstown. Following his death, Elijah Barton was contracted to build . . . — — Map (db m205970) HM
7 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Blackhand Gorge State Nature Preserve —
On East Canal street just east of South 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east.
The preserve is rich in natural as well as early Ohio history. The name, Blackhand, originated from a dark hand-shaped Indian petroglyph which was engraved on the face of a massive sandstone cliff along the north side of the river. The engraving was . . . — — Map (db m205963) HM
8 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Buckeye Lake —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Buckeye Lake is the oldest state park in Ohio with 21 islands and over 30 miles of shoreline. Buckeye Lake, once known as the Great Buffalo Swamp by the native Indians, was mapped by explorer Christopher Gist in 1775. Buckeye Lake Amusement Park . . . — — Map (db m205973) HM
9 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Builders
On N 33rd Street near Parkview Road. Reported permanently removed.
The Newark Earthworks complex was built by the prehistoric Hopewell Indians who occupied central and southern Ohio between approximately 100 B.C. and A.D. 500. These people, supporting themselves by hunting, gathering wild plant foods, and . . . — — Map (db m272129) HM
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10 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Builders —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
About 2000 years ago, the Hopewell Culture, an Indigenous spiritual movement characterized in part by the construction of massive geometric earthworks, rose to prominence in central Ohio. Across numerous sites, some separated by great distances, . . . — — Map (db m272276) HM
11 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Builders —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
Just before the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago there was a drive to find artifacts that highlighted North American cultures. This led to the excavation of a site near Chillicothe on land recently purchased by Mordecai Hopewell. The . . . — — Map (db m272277) HM
12 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Canal Market District —
On South Park Place east of South 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Passageway: Stories from Newark, Ohio, designed and painted in 2016 by Curtis Goldstein. Along the corridor from the Licking County Courthouse to Pennsylvania Railway station, Passageway combines historic elements from the 1800's to . . . — — Map (db m205882) HM
13 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Canal Market District —
On East Walnut Street, on the right when traveling east.
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 . . . — — Map (db m205990) HM
14 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Captain Scott House —
Near East Canal Street west of South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
The 1870s-vintage classic Victorian Italianate house was built by Civil War Captain Joseph M. Scott who was from a locally prominent family that was active in the Underground Railroad prior to and during the Civil War. Located near the corner of . . . — — Map (db m205971) HM
15 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Chalmers Pancoast Photo Mural —
On East Market Street west of South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling west.
In winter, folks would ice skate on the frozen canal that stretched through downtown Newark. This scene was created from old photographs by local historians Chalmers Pancoast and James T. Hanes — — Map (db m205883) HM
16 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Chief Glenna J. Wallace —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
"Thesitantly moved toward the viewing platform, climbed the steps, and looked out. There before me was a scene as impressive as any World Heritage site I had ever seen, and I had experienced numerous ones. There were unending lines of curves, . . . — — Map (db m272273) HM
17 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Circle
On N 33rd Street near Parkview Road. Reported permanently removed.
A unique feature of the circle is the so-called crown work opposite the opening to the octagon. This oval mound is 170 feet long and approximately 8 feet higher than the adjoining portions of the circle. Since the mid-19th century, this mound has . . . — — Map (db m272132) HM
18 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — A community effort comes together
On South 1st Street just south of East Canal Street, on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
The Works is pleased to be able to exhibit a piece of machinery that was manufactured on our premises over a century ago. This sawmill is a great reminder of Newark's rich industrial heritage and an example of our community's commitment to . . . — — Map (db m305413) HM
19 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients — State of Ohio, Licking County —
On 2nd Street at Park Place, on the left when traveling south on 2nd Street.
United States of America Congressional Medal of Honor Recipients State of Ohio, Licking County Civil War Hanna, Milton              Sergeant         Tennessee      1863 Inscho, Leonidas H.     1st Lt             Maryland        1862 . . . — — Map (db m12876) HM
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20 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Davis-Shai House —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Built by Jackson Davis in 1861, The Davis-Shaí House originally sat near the Ohio and Erie Canal. With its steep roofs, wide verandas, cluster chimneys, and exterior décor, the Davis-Shai House captures the Gothic Revival architectural style . . . — — Map (db m205972) HM
21 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Dawes Arboretum —
On East Canal Street, on the right when traveling east.
Established in 1929 by Beman and Bertie Dawes, The Dawes Arboretum was founded to encourage the planting of forest and ornamental trees, to give pleasure to the public and education to the youth. Newark, Ohio was chosen because of its . . . — — Map (db m205961) HM
22 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Day Death Came To Newark — September 8, 1942 Approximately 12:05 p.m. —
On Hudson Avenue (Ohio Route 13) at Wyoming Street, on the right when traveling south on Hudson Avenue.
Relatively little is known about about the purpose of the B-25 Bomber flight from Patterson Field in Dayton to Mitchel Field on Long Island carrying a skeleton crew and even one civilian. It may have been to ferry men to new assignments or to ferry . . . — — Map (db m299638) HM
23 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark, Old Towne West — Dedicated to All Men and Women Wounded in All Our Wars —
On South 6th Street at West Church Street, on the right when traveling south on South 6th Street.
My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my country's way to show they care. If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come in my lifetime.
Combat Wounded Veterans . . . — — Map (db m247144) WM
24 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Denison University —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Denison University, a leading national liberal arts college founded with pioneer spirit on the edge of the American frontier, continues to break new ground in the 21st century. Since its first class in 1831, Denison has nurtured leadership in . . . — — Map (db m205975) HM
25 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Donald D. Hill County Administration Building —
Near 2nd Street at Park Place, on the left when traveling south.
County Commissioner 1969-1996 Dedicated November 16, 1996 — — Map (db m12879) HM
26 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — "Double Arrow" Wrought Iron Fence —
On North Second Street at East Church Street, on the right when traveling north on North Second Street.
This "Double Arrow" Wrought Iron Fence was installed around the home of Judge Jerome Buckingham at 70 North Third Street in about 1835. It was generously given by Dennis Crowley, a retired Newark fireman, to J. Gilbert Reese and James W. Pyle . . . — — Map (db m97314) HM
27 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — 22-45 — Early Transportation in Newark —
On 1st Street, on the left when traveling south.
During the 1830s, the Ohio & Erie Canal was built through Newark. The Lockmaster's House was home to the lockmaster of Lock #9. In 1852, the first railroad locomotive steamed into Newark, signaling the beginning of the end for the canal. By 1871, . . . — — Map (db m12582) HM
28 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Earthworks —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
The Octagon Earthworks consist of a series of earthen walls that form a massive octagon, which is attached via an enclosed causeway to a circle. The octagon section has eight wall segments separated by open gateways. Just within each gateway sits a . . . — — Map (db m272281) HM
29 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Experience Ancient Brilliance —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
Octagon Earthworks is part of the Hopewell Ceremonial Earthworks World Heritage site. A partnership between the Ohio History Connection and the National Park Service that recognizes the ancient brilliance behind the construction of eight sites . . . — — Map (db m272275) HM
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30 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Flint Ridge —
On East Canal street east of South 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Flint Ridge Ancient Quarries, Nature Preserve and Museum give visitors a window into the lives of the pre-contact American Indians who quarried the flint here from 14,000 to around 400 years ago. The name "Flint Ridge” refers to the multi-colored . . . — — Map (db m205962) HM
31 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Footpaths & Waterways —
On South 2nd Street at East Market Street, on the right when traveling north on South 2nd Street.
Paths and trails wave their way through dense forests as the hooves of deer and bison left their mark in the earth in search of food and water. Eventually, these paths gave way to the soft patter of human feet) as they became used by local tribes . . . — — Map (db m206027) HM
32 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark, Old Towne West — Freedom Isn't Free —
On South 6th Street at West Church Street, on the right when traveling south on South 6th Street.
In honor of the men and women who served in the armed forces of the United States of America in all wars past and present. God Bless America Dedicated to those who have served and are serving this great country to provide our nation with . . . — — Map (db m247141) WM
33 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Gilbert Reese Family Foundation —
On East Canal Street, on the right when traveling east.
J. Gilbert and Louella H. Reese have committed their time, passion and dollars making Licking County a proud place to live and visit. Their philanthropy and dedication to our community has been far reaching. The Canal Market District and . . . — — Map (db m205956) HM
34 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Glenna J. Wallace —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
"These places embody precision and beauty, containing mathematical complexities in their design and astronomical alignments to the sky. My Shawnee ancestors protected and preserved them so we can appreciate them today. The first day I visited . . . — — Map (db m272271) HM
35 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Great Circle Earthworks —
On East Canal street east of South 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east.
The Great Circle Earthworks was built by the Hopewell Culture around 2,000 years ago as a ceremonial site. The Newark Earthworks is a remnant of the largest system of geometric earthworks in the world, covering several square miles. This ancient . . . — — Map (db m205980) HM
36 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — 18-45 — A. H. Heisey Glass —
On West Church Street near North 6th Street, on the right when traveling east.
The A.H. Heisey & Co. produced high quality, hand-wrought glass in Newark, Ohio beginning in 1896. Glass originally produced by pressing was intended to simulate cut glass making elegant glass affordable to more families. Heisey was an innovator in . . . — — Map (db m12561) HM
37 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Hartford Fair —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Since 1858, The Hartford Fair has been an annual tradition in Croton, Ohio. Since the fair was organized during the Civil War when money was scarce the first building was not built until 1868. In 1883 the first amphitheater was built. The . . . — — Map (db m205969) HM
38 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Historic Pataskala Town Hall —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Constructed in 1916 for less than $20,000, it housed the Mayor and Council offices, the Village Jail and Town Marshall's office, the Town Library, the Volunteer Fire Department, and a large room in the basement used as the school basketball . . . — — Map (db m205967) HM
39 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — 6-45 — The History of Licking Memorial Hospital —
On Hudson Avenue (Ohio Route 13) at Wyoming Street, on the right when traveling north on Hudson Avenue.
Newark's first hospital opened on this site in January 1898. In 1906, the building was moved to 22 Wyoming and attached to an existing structure, creating a 22-bed hospital. In December 1914, a new hospital opened at the corners of Everett and Buena . . . — — Map (db m12874) HM
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40 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — History of the Site
On N 33rd Street near Parkview Road. Reported permanently removed.

Although the Newark Earthworks were an imposing site to the first settlers of this area, major portions were gradually destroyed by farming, the construction of roads, canals, railroads, and the development of the city. In the 1890s, the City . . . — — Map (db m272130) HM
41 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — History of the Site —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
The glaciers set the stage for the construction of the Octagon Earthworks. These walls of ice allowed for the formation of massive rivers that deposited huge amounts of the gravel-filled soil commonly found in the Octagon Earthworks. The glaciers . . . — — Map (db m272278) HM
42 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — History of the Site —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
The Newark Earthworks were used by Indigenous people up until their removal from the land. In 1862, archaeologists James and Charles Salisbury created a map that is the most accurate record of the Newark Earthworks. Over time, farming and . . . — — Map (db m272280) HM
43 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Honoring Carl Etherington — December 6, 1892 – July 8, 1910 —
On East Canal Street at South Third Street, on the right when traveling east on East Canal Street.
On July 8, 1910 Deputy Marshal Carl Etherington was killed for enforcing the County Option Law, which prohibited the sale of alcohol in Licking County. The County Option Law was a result of the Rose Law of 1908 and a precursor to the National . . . — — Map (db m117887) HM
44 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — How it got here - A sawmill comes home —
On South 1st Street just south of East Canal Street, on the right when traveling north.
This old Scheidler sawmill was found in the woods of western Delaware County, Ohio on the property of Vaughn DeWitt. The sawmill belonged to Vaughn's uncle, Walter DeWitt, who had been a sawyer for most of his life. Walter began learning the . . . — — Map (db m206048) HM
45 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — How the sawmill works… —
On South 1st Street just south of East Canal Street, on the right when traveling north.
A typical steam engine used to power sawmill. A life-sized example of a steam engine is on display inside the Works! In the past, sawmills were powered either by a steam engine or by water. Today sawmills are generally gasoline-powered and . . . — — Map (db m206047) HM
46 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — In honor of Jerry McClain —
On North Park Place, on the left when traveling north.
In honor of Jerry McClain for his considerate generosity, influential leadership and commitment to the success of The Midland Theatre and downtown Newark. "The Midland is a keystone for progress as Newark and Licking County embraces its . . . — — Map (db m205993) HM
47 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — In loving memory of Herbert A. Odle — June 18, 1925 - March 10, 2020 —
On South 2nd Street at East Market Street, on the right when traveling north on South 2nd Street.
Herbert A. Odle joined The Holophane Company in Newark, Ohio, in 1949 as a graduate of the University of Illinois, and during his career he proceeded to live up to his nickname "The Light Man.” given to him in 1947 in a newsletter of the . . . — — Map (db m206029) HM
48 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Interstate Highway System —
On South 1st Street, on the left when traveling north.
Howard Laferie never imagined that the rumble of diesel engines would be a common part of his life when he graduated with a degree in architectural engineering in 1825. Even so, trucking and transportation became a primary focus of care. Thanks a . . . — — Map (db m279880) HM
49 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Interurban Railway —
On South 2nd Street at East Market Street, on the right when traveling north on South 2nd Street.
"The cars I recall were quite large, not unlike a steam railroad coach, and painted dark red except for one wonderful yellow car, when I was a tiny child." Minnie Hite Moody's memories of the Newark and Granville Electric Road paint a vivid . . . — — Map (db m206034) HM
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50 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Jewett Interurban Car Company —
On North Park Place, on the left when traveling north.
William S. Wright founded the Jewett Car Company in 1897. Located in Jewett, Ohio, the company manufactured street cars and interurban cars. The Newark Board of Trade enticed the firm to the city by offering a free ten acre site, $8,000 in cash, . . . — — Map (db m205995) HM
51 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — John L. Clem — 1851-1937 —
On 6th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Considered the youngest ever to serve, Clem ran away from home at the age of 9 yrs. and 10 mos. to join the Union Army. At Snodgrass Hill, as a drummer boy in Co. “C” 22nd Michigan Volunteer Infantry, he won the sobriquet "The Drummer . . . — — Map (db m12579) HM
52 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — John Lincoln Clem — "The Drummer Boy of Shiloh" — Born August 13, 1851 in Newark, Ohio —
On North 3rd Street at North Park Place, on the right when traveling north on North 3rd Street.
A ten year old orphan, he enlisted in the Union army, being assigned to the 22nd Michigan Regiment. Decorated for valor at Shiloh (Pittsburgh Landing) and Chickamauga. Commissioned Second Lt. by President Grant. Died May 13, 1937 Major . . . — — Map (db m205880) HM
53 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — 14-45 — John Sparks — Trail Blazer and Frontiersman —
On Mount Vernon Road (Ohio Route 13) at Gregory Drive, on the right when traveling north on Mount Vernon Road.
As a private in the infantry of the 1st United States Regiment, and during the years 1805 to 1807, John Sparks (1758-1846) acted as guide, scout, and hunter for the two expeditions of Zebulon Pike, which helped to open up largely unknown areas in . . . — — Map (db m206741) HM
54 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The John W. Alford Building — 21 South First Street —
On East Main Street, on the right when traveling south.
The Park National Bank dedicates this building to John W. Alford His leadership, judgement, dedication and integrity have been of inestimable value to this bank and this community for 50 years — — Map (db m12512) HM
55 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Licking County Courthouse —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Licking County was created in 1808. This is the fourth courthouse in Licking County; all were located on the public square. The first courthouse was a log building constructed around 1809. Construction of the current Licking County Courthouse . . . — — Map (db m205986) HM
56 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — 29-45 — The Licking County Courthouse —
On Courthouse Square at East Main and 2nd Street, on the right when traveling south on Courthouse Square.
Licking County was established in 1808. Construction of the current Licking County Courthouse began in 1876. In 1879, a fire destroyed upper portions of this building, which were replaced in 1880. Architect Henry E. Myer of Cleveland . . . — — Map (db m225386) HM
57 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Licking County Historic Jail —
On South 2nd Street.
Designed by J. W. Yost, a renowned Ohio architect, the jail first opened for use in 1889 and closed in 1987. The front three levels were built to house the families of the sheriff and the jail matron. The rear portion of the building was used for . . . — — Map (db m205988) HM
58 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Licking County Recreational Trail System —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Led by J. Gilbert Reese, The Thomas J. Evans Foundation completed the first segment of trail in 1980 linking Newark to Granville. The second segment linking Granville to Johnstown was completed by the foundation in 1981. Since then numerous . . . — — Map (db m205965) HM
59 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — 28-45 — Licking County Sheriff’s Residence & Jail —
On South Third Street at East Canal Street, on the left when traveling south on South Third Street.
July 8, 1910 was a dark day in local history. Carl Etherington, a detective with the Anti-Saloon League of Ohio, had come to Newark to raid saloons and speakeasies for illegal alcohol. Etherington shot local saloon owner William Howard in . . . — — Map (db m117853) HM
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60 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — 30-45 — Licking County TB Sanatorium / Licking County Health Department —
On Turner Road west of King Road, on the right when traveling west.
Tuberculosis, or TB, is a contagious disease that was responsible for the deaths of one out of every seven people in the U.S. in the early 20th century. The Licking County Tuberculosis Sanatorium, known as the TB San, was constructed in . . . — — Map (db m142456) HM
61 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark, Old Towne West — Licking County World War II Memorial —
On North 6th Street at West Church Street, on the right when traveling south on North 6th Street.
In grateful appreciation for their service to country and community this living memorial of flowering native trees is dedicated to The Men and Women of Licking County who served in World War II. — — Map (db m247146) WM
62 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Licking Memorial Hospital —
On East Canal Street.
In the 1890s, women in Newark identified the need for a community hospital. Possessing neither property nor money made this vision difficult. Nine beds were donated along with food, supplies, and gifts of $.50 to $50. On December 20, 1898, the . . . — — Map (db m205958) HM
63 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Louis Sullivan Building —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
One North Third Street was designed by famous Chicago architect Louis Sullivan and built in 1914. The beautiful structure includes elaborate gray-green terra cotta, colorful mosaics, opalescent glass panels, and a palatial interior banking hall . . . — — Map (db m205984) HM
64 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — McCune-Stimson House —
On North Second Street at East Church Street, on the right when traveling north on North Second Street.
The present house was built in 1869 by Dixon Brown, a Somerset, Ohio merchant, as a wedding present for his daughter, Ella Brown McCune. The second owner, Melville O. Baker, occupied the house from 1879-1893, when Mr. Baker moved to . . . — — Map (db m97336) HM
65 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Midland Theatre —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
The Midland Theatre opened December 20, 1928 and operated for 50 years before a blizzard in 1978 caused substantial damage and the theatre was forced to close. In 1992, after 14 years of dormancy, Dave Longaberger purchased the theatre and . . . — — Map (db m205983) HM
66 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The National Heisey Glass Museum —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
Augustus H. Heisey chose Newark, Ohio, because the Newark Board of Trade was actively seeking industry, there was an abundance of natural gas nearby, and plenty of low cost labor was available. Construction of the factory at 301 Oakwood Avenue . . . — — Map (db m205981) HM
67 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The National Road —
On South 2nd Street at East Market Street, on the right when traveling north on South 2nd Street.
The din of wagon wheels and horses hooves on the macadam pavement of the National Road heralded a new era of American history. For families living in towns like Hebron, Brownsville, or Jacksontown, the National Road was an important part of the . . . — — Map (db m279881) HM
68 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Newark Earthworks —
Near Hebron Road (Ohio Route 79) north of Parkview Drive and Hopewell Drive.
The Newark Earthworks is truly one of the most magnificent prehistoric Indian sites in the eastern United States. Covering an area two miles square, it once was the largest earthworks complex in Ohio. The main components of the site are the large . . . — — Map (db m155655) HM
69 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Newark Earthworks
On N 33rd Street near Parkview Road. Reported permanently removed.
The Newark Earthworks, covering over 4 squire miles, is the largest geometric earthworks complex in the world. The site includes a combined circle and octagon, a square, and a second circle, all connected by earthen walls. One pair of . . . — — Map (db m272134) HM
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70 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Newark Native Jerryie Mock —
On East Canal Street just west of South 1st Street, on the right when traveling east.
First woman to complete a solo flight around the world flying a Cessna 180, The Spirit of Columbus, March 19 - April 17, 1964. — — Map (db m206036) HM
71 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Observatory Mound —
Near N 33rd Street near Parkview Road.
The form of this mound is unique among all the known Hopewellian mounds. Some 19th century archaeologists thought that the builders had planned to extend a set of parallel walls from the circle, bu thene changed their minds and blocked off the stubs . . . — — Map (db m18101) HM
72 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Octagon
On North 33rd Street near Parkview Road. Reported permanently removed.
Within the octagon are 8 flat-topped mounds positioned just inside the openings between wall segments. Each one is 6 feet high, 75 to 90 feet long, and 40 to 60 feet wide. The function of these mounds has not been determined. However, they may have . . . — — Map (db m272131) HM
73 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Octagon Earthworks
On Moundbuilder's Road west of Parkview Road, on the right when traveling west. Reported permanently removed.
A Wonder of the World These walls were once the center of an ancient civilization. The Octagon Earthworks, like a modern cathedral or county fairgrounds, were a focal point for the social and religious activities of the Hopewell people about . . . — — Map (db m272133) HM
74 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Octagon Earthworks —
On North 33rd Street at Parkview Road, on the left when traveling north on North 33rd Street.
A Place Of Ceremony These earthen walls were once the center of a widespread belief system. The Octagon Earthworks were a focal point for the social and religious activities of the people of the Hopewell Culture. The Octagon Earthworks . . . — — Map (db m272272) HM
75 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Ohio & Erie Canal —
On South 2nd Street at East Market Street, on the right when traveling north on South 2nd Street.
Making the final leg of her journey on the Ohio & Erie Canal in 1840, sixteen-year-old Ellen Snell traveled 4,000 miles from her home in England to a country totally foreign to her. The Snell family were like many immigrants before and after . . . — — Map (db m206030) HM
76 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Ohio & Erie Canal FAQ's —
On East Canal Street just east of South 1st Street, on the right when traveling east.
• The groundbreaking for the Ohio and Erie Canal occurred on July 4, 1825 at Licking Summit, south of Newark. • The first canal boat from Cleveland arrived in Newark on July 10, 1830. • 23 miles of the Ohio and Erie Canali ran through . . . — — Map (db m206045) HM
77 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Ohio & Erie Canal Park —
On South 1st Street north of East Canal Street, on the right when traveling north.
The Ohio & Erie Canal Park is dedicated to the life and memory of Joseph M. Bowden, 1957-2012. The Works was created from the vision and resources of Howard B. LeFevre and the physical facilities were made possible by the tireless efforts of . . . — — Map (db m206044) HM
78 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Ohio and Erie Canal —
On East Canal Street.
Construction of the Ohio and Erie Canal began on July 4, 1825. Once completed, the canal ran between Portsmouth on the Ohio River and Cleveland on Lake Erie. The canal's route through Newark connected the city to the far boundaries of the state . . . — — Map (db m205957) HM
79 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Ohio State Uiversity at Newark Est. 1957 — Central Ohio Technical College Est. 1971 —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
A community effort led by Howard E. LeFevre, C. Allen Milliken and J. Gilbert Reese resulted in a shared campus that has become a model of educational efficiency nationwide. Community members gathered to paint, renovate and furnish an old barn, . . . — — Map (db m205979) HM
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80 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Old Ohio Canal Mural —
On East Market Street west of South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling west.
A small boat docked in downtown Newark on the Old Ohio Canal — — Map (db m205885) HM
81 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Pennsylvania Train Station —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
In the late 1890's the Pennsylvania Station was built for a total of $20,000. To reach the elevated tracks for all arriving and departing trains, passengers would walk through a tunnel underneath the tracks, climb the steps and board the . . . — — Map (db m205989) HM
82 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Railroads —
On South 2nd Street at East Market Street, on the right when traveling north on South 2nd Street.
James Birkey could clearly see that the importance of the Ohio and Erie Canal was being eclipsed elsewhere by newly-built railroad lines. His foresight led him to recognize that without a railroad connection of its own, Newark would cease to be . . . — — Map (db m206032) HM
83 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark, Old Towne West — Revolutionary War Memorial —
On North 6th Street at West Church Street, on the right when traveling south on North 6th Street.
Dedicated to the memory of these Revolutionary War Soldiers known to be buried in Sixth Street Cemetery. Azariah Davis • Joseph Jackson • Lt. Alexander McClellend • Walter Newman • Eldad Steele • John Vanduskirk — — Map (db m247135) WM
84 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Robbins Hunter Museum —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
The Avery-Downer House (1842), located in the Village of Granville, is one of America's finest examples of Greek Revival architecture. Robbins Hunter, Jr., son of a prominent Newark family, was a noted antiquarian, preservationist, and . . . — — Map (db m205976) HM
85 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Rodrick Bridge —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
The Rodrick Bridge was designed by Squire Whipple, a civil engineer known as the 'Father of Iron Bridge building in America', in 1841 and built in 1872 by his nephew, James W. Shipman. The bridge is one of only three bridges of its kind in the . . . — — Map (db m205978) HM
86 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Scheidler Sawmill - Manufactured ca. 1896
Near South 1st Street north of Yearly, on the right when traveling north. Reported permanently removed.
This sawmill was manufactured by Scheidler Machine Works, which was located in the brick building across the street that now houses The Works museum. Scheidler Machine Works was in operation from 1881-1926, manufacturing as many as 75 steam . . . — — Map (db m305318) HM
87 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Sherwood-Davidson House —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
The ca. 1825 Sherwood-Davidson House is an elegant Federal Period home filled with furniture, paintings and artifacts, spanning the earliest history of Licking County through the end of the nineteenth century. The museum was owned by only 2 . . . — — Map (db m205982) HM
88 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Building —
On North Second Street at North Park Place, on the left when traveling south on North Second Street.
On this site in 1894, the Soldiers' and Sailors' Memorial Building was erected to honor those from Licking County who died in the Civil War. The original building facade was destroyed by fire in 1968. The building also housed the Auditorium Theater, . . . — — Map (db m97335) HM
89 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — This Tree —
On North Park Place at North 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east on North Park Place.
This tree, a gift from the City of Newark, was planted to honor the 200th birthday of The American Constitution Dedicated this day 15th day of March, 1987. — — Map (db m205879) HM
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90 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Trinity Parish Military Personnel Memorial —
On East Main Street, on the left when traveling east.
In memory of parish military personnel I hang to record that the building was restored in the year of our Lord 1991 — — Map (db m206051) WM
91 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark, Old Towne West — Veterans Memorial Park —
On North 6th Street south of West Church Street, on the left when traveling north.
A memorial to our fathers erected May 1929 by Tent 25 Daughters of Union Veterans of Civil War 1861 to 1865 In memory of Frank D. French Co. B. 76th. Reg., O.V.I. Died June 5, 1939. Aged 95 yearsh The last Civil War Veteran of Licking . . . — — Map (db m247200) WM
92 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Veteran's Park —
On 6th Street, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated as a lasting tribute to the men and women of Newark who served and died in honor of their country. This memorial is dedicated in sincere tribute to those men and women of Newark who served and died in all wars. “The freedom of a . . . — — Map (db m12563) HM
93 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark, Old Towne West — Veterans Walk Of Honor —
On North 6th Street at West Church Street, on the right when traveling south on North 6th Street.
The veterans walk of honor is dedicated with gratitude, love, and respect to all, who answered their country's call. We salute the many people who gave their time, talents, labor, and resources to create a beautiful memorial for our nation's . . . — — Map (db m247134) WM
94 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Village Of Granville —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
The Village of Granville was founded in 1805 by New England settlers from Granville, Massachusetts and Granby, Connecticut, who sought more fertile farmland. Before leaving New England, the Village design was based on a traditional New England . . . — — Map (db m205977) HM
95 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark, Old Towne West — War of 1812 Memorial —
On South 6th Street at West Church Street, on the right when traveling south on South 6th Street.
Dedicated to the memory of the War of 1812 soldiers known to be buried in the Sixth Street Cemetery John Connel • Azariah Davis • Lewis Buskirk • John Vance • Daniel Warren — — Map (db m247143) WM
96 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — War Savings Stamps —
On South 3nd Street at West Main Street, on the right when traveling north on South 3nd Street.
In recognition of the patriotism of the people of Licking County who oversubscribed their war savings quota 1918 this tablet is gratefully erected by the Ohio War Savings Committee — — Map (db m205811) HM WM
97 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Welcome to the Streetscape & History Walk —
On South 2nd Street at East Market Street, on the left when traveling south on South 2nd Street.
Welcome to the Streetscape & History Walk In 1881, Reinhard Scheidler built a new factory building at SS S. 1st Street for his business, the Scheidler Machine Works. Today, that building houses our museum. Scheidler built many types of machinery, . . . — — Map (db m206025) HM
98 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — The Works Museum —
On South 2nd Street, on the right when traveling east.
The vision for The Works: Ohio Center for History, Art & Technology began in the early 1990s when Howard LeFevre assembled a group of local citizens interested in preserving Licking County's industrial past. Educators, artists, engineers, and . . . — — Map (db m205985) HM
99 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Wright Earthworks —
On James Street at Modern Way, on the right when traveling north on James Street.
Ancient Architecture Now Lost The two earthen walls before you are remnants of one of the wonders of the ancient world. They were part of the Newark Earthworks, the largest set of geometric enclosures ever built. Much like a modern cathedral . . . — — Map (db m17485) HM
100 ► Ohio, Licking County, Newark — Ye Olde Mill —
On East Canal Street.
Ye Olde Mill was constructed in 1817 as a sawmill and later, a gristmill. In the 1900s, Ye Olde Mill was a community hangout where locals could come to the swimming pool and skating rink.. Today, the Dager Family owns Ye Olde Mill, which houses . . . — — Map (db m205959) HM
 
 
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Nov. 10, 2026