In 1780 there was a man named George Clark and he led a band of Kentuckians into the Springfield area to battle the Shawnee Indians for their land. At this time, a Shawnee Indian named Tecumseh was 12 years old but he continued his fight against the expansion of the United States on Native American land and because of his great efforts, he is a well known hero in American history.
The colonizers won this battle known as “The Battle of Piqua” and that is where the name “Clark County” came from. In 1801 the settlement was laid out and in 1827 Springfield became a town. 12 years later the Old National Road was completed which impacted transportation heavily and in the 1840s railroads arrived, which made Springfield a major transportation hub.
Another important event in Springfield was in 1855. This is when William Whiteley invented a successful reaper and mower which led to manufacturing of farming equipment. In the late 19th century, Springfield became an industrial powerhouse, earning the nickname “The Champion City” and in the 20th Century, Springfield became known for manufacturing, particularly in the automotive industry. Springfield Ohio has valuable history and currently a great place to live with a lot to offer.
Living in Springfield
Schools
There are 17 schools in the Springfield City School District (public schools).
- Ten elementary schools
- Three middle schools
- One conventional high school
- An alternative high school called The School of Innovation which is a hybrid project based learning center
- Ridgewood School K-8
- Emmanuel Christian Academy PK-12
- Catholic Central PK-12
- Nightingale Montessori School PK-12
- Risen Christ Lutheran Church PK-6
- Springfield Christian School PK-8
Amenities
Recreational Facilities:
- Parks and Trials
- Buck Creek State Park
- Hartman Rock Garden
- Synder Park
- George Roger Clark Park
- Mad River Gorge & Nature Preserve
- C.J. Brown Dam & Reservoir
- Clarence J Brown Reservoir
- Splash Zone Aquatic Center
- Clark County Park District
- Buck Creek State Park Beach
- Old Reid Park
- Culp Lake
Shopping Centers:
- Moorefield Square and Northland Plaza
- Park Shopping Center
- Springfield Small Shops
Cultural and Community Amenities
- Clark County Public Library
- Clark County Heritage Center
- The Heritage Center of Clark County
Healthcare Facilities
- Mercy Health Medical Center
- Kettering Health Medical Center
Dining and Local Markets
Local Food and Farmers Markets
Coffee Shops and Breweries
Events and Festivals
Concerts and Festivals
History and Museums
- Frank Lloyd Wright’s Westcott House
- Springfield Museum of Art
- Clark County Historical Society and Museum
- Pennsylvania House
- Gammon House
