Historical Markers and War Memorials in Celina, Ohio
Celina is the county seat for Mercer County
Celina is in Mercer County
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On South Main Street (U.S. 127) at Lake Shore Drive, on the left when traveling south on South Main Street.
One of the striking impressions that Celina's lighthouse leaves is that it is not often approached through seas of grain. The level countryside around Celina and Grand Lake represents this area's founding father's dreams, a land of bountiful . . . — — Map (db m193117) HM
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) 0.1 miles south of Lake Shore Drive, on the right when traveling north.
Celina City Hall was built in 1800 at the northeast corner of Lovingston and Main Streets. It exhibits the characteristics of the Richardsonian Romanesque style of architecture popular in the late 1800's. This architectural style is known for its . . . — — Map (db m166653) HM
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) at Lake Shore Drive, on the left when traveling south on South Main Street.
The town of Celina was founded and named by James W. Riley in 1834. As a young man, he had achieved the position of captain of merchant ships. It seems fitting that the lighthouse calls to mind Capt. Riley's love of the sea. With his
nautical . . . — — Map (db m193118) HM
On S. Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
Named for General Hugh Mercer, a distinguished officer of the Revolution, Mercer County was established in 1820 by a
legislative act creating counties from the land within Ohio ceded by the Indians. The configuration of the County
then included . . . — — Map (db m193092) HM
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) 0.1 miles south of Lake Shore Drive, on the right when traveling north.
Wisconsin age glacial deposits of clay silt soils cover dolomite limestone bedrock in this area.
Geologists tell us that this limestone bedrock was created 400 million years ago during the Silurian
Geologic age: During this age the area we now . . . — — Map (db m166629) HM
On S. Main Street (U.S. 127), on the right when traveling north.
Whats with the name? This lake has been known under different names. When it was first constructed
as the Grand Reservoir for the Miami-Erie Canal. Location of that during construction to the local residents may
called it something else not as . . . — — Map (db m166626) HM
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) 0.1 miles south of Lake Shore Drive, on the right when traveling north.
1. Historic downtown Celina is on the National Registry of Historic Places, It contains a rich and varied
collection of architectural styles from the late 19th to early 20th centuries. Included are the Courthouse and
City Hall and many two . . . — — Map (db m166639) HM
On West Bank Road (Ohio Route 703), on the right when traveling south.
Grand Lake St. Marys was constructed between 1837 and 1845
as a feeder reservoir for the Miami and Erie Canal. The
reservoir provided a constant source of water for the
canal through a feeder canal located at the eastern
embankment of the lake. . . . — — Map (db m83247) HM
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) just south of Lake Shore Drive, on the right when traveling north.
Once the lake began to be used for recreational purposes, improvements were made to enhance it. One of the first was the installation
of concrete sea walls and riprap at both ends of the lake. The primary objective of these was to protect the . . . — — Map (db m166628) HM
On S. Main Street, on the left when traveling south.
Oil Wells
This lake is arguably the site of the first off shore oil wells in the world. Oil was discovered in this area in the 1850's. Oil wells
built by wildcatters sprang up all across the lake. It is estimated that over 150 oil wells were . . . — — Map (db m193116) HM
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) 0.1 miles south of Lake Shore Drive, on the right when traveling north.
Mercer County Court House was built in 1918, It's stated that architect's intention was to
make the Mercer County Court House a Landmark. Donated in honor of Greece the birthplace of democracy. The building design was called "Greek Revival" here . . . — — Map (db m166632) HM
On South Ash Street just south of East Logan Street, on the right when traveling north.
In honor of
the fallen heroes
of Mercer County
Who at the call of their country entered the service to fight for the highest of American principles. — — Map (db m161331) WM
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) 0.1 miles south of Lake Shore Drive, on the right when traveling north.
1. Eden Haden Park
This 55 acre Mercer County park was established in 1972. It is located on Haden Road
4 miles north of SR 29. It has a dense wood lot along with a 2 acre pond and
playfield. It and farmland to support its maintenance were . . . — — Map (db m166630) HM
On South Main Street (U.S. 127) 0.1 miles south of Lake Shore Drive, on the right when traveling north.
Prehistoric Indians
Man's first occupation of this area is marked by the discovery of prehistoric artifacts. Evidence shows that this
area was used primarily as a hunting grounds. Items, such as flint spear and arrow points, stone tools and . . . — — Map (db m166659) HM
On Karch Road (County Route 75) at Swamp Road (County Route 130a), on the right on Karch Road.
For God and country we have served for peace
(5 logos)
Veterans Memorial
donated by Celina Post 120 & Coldwater Post 470
dedicated July 4, 1976 — — Map (db m83305) WM
On East Market Street, on the right when traveling east.
The museum of the Mercer County Historical Society, the Riley Home, represents six generations of the Riley family in the county. The first Riley to arrive here was Captain James Riley, who surveyed the area in 1819, after it was opened to . . . — — Map (db m12294) HM
On East Market Street (Ohio Route 703) just east of Harbor Point Drive, on the right when traveling east.
World War I Honor Roll
In honor of the fallen heroes of Mercer County who at the call of their country fought for the highest American principles.
Charles C. Adams • William Adams • Clem A. Beckman • Robert Birkmeyer • Hubert H. Bretz . . . — — Map (db m244693) WM
On Ohio Route 274 east of U.S. 127, on the right when traveling east.
1861 Sept. 28 First Baptism John, son of Mich. Mueller Cath. Schlosser in the old Emlen Institute built 1836 by the Right Rev. Jos, Dwenger C. PP. S. D.D.
Rev. Aloys Schelbert C. PP. S.
Organized:
Buehler August • De Curtins Anth • . . . — — Map (db m239090) HM
