In 1780, an explorer by the name of George Clark led a band of Kentuckians into the Springfield area. Here, he battled the Shawnee Indians for their land. During this time, a Shawnee Indian named Tecumseh, a 12 year old boy, began his fight against the expansion of the United States on Native American land. Due to his great efforts, he became a well known hero in American history. The colonizer George Clark won the battle known as “The Battle of Piqua” and that is how “Clark County” got its name.
In 1801 the settlement was created and in 1827 Springfield officially became a town. 12 years later the Old National Road was completed, this impacted transportation heavily by the time the railroads arrived (1840), the Old National Road made Springfield a major transportation hub. In 1855, another important event in Springfield occurred when William Whiteley invented a successful reaper and mower. This led to the mass manufacturing of farming equipment.
By the late 19th century, Springfield became an industrial powerhouse, earning the nickname “The Champion City”. By the 20th Century, Springfield became well known for its manufacturing capabilities, particularly for the automotive industry. Among it’s robust history, Springfield Ohio has a valuable history and offers 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
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
- Speakeasy Ramen
- Cecil and Lime Cafe
- Stella Bleu Bistro
- Viva La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant
- Charlo’s Provisions and Eatery
- Hi Hat Social
- Ironworks Waffle Cafe
- Rudy’s Smokehouse BBQ
- Simon Kenton Inn Public House
- Hickory Inn
- The Winds Cafe
Coffee Shops and Bakeries
- Le Torte Dolci Bakery
- Winans Coffee
- Schuler’s Bakery
- Coffee Expressions
- Scouts Cafe
- Un Mundo Cafe
Breweries
- Mother Stewart’s Brewing Company
- Indian Creek Distillery
- Yellow Spring Brewery
- North High Brewing
Festivals
- Clark County Fair
- The Fair at New Boston
- All American Bikers Rally
- Springfield Jazz and Blues Fest
- Springfield Summer Arts Fest
- Culturefest
- Hasting Farm Fest
Farmers Market
- Springfield Farmers Market
- Pendleton’s Produce
- Hamilton’s Market
- Harmony Farm Market
- The Hustead School House Farm Market
- Clark’s Farm Market
Concert and Event Venues
- Clark State Performing Arts Center
- Veterans Park Amphitheater
History and Museums
- Frank Lloyd Wright’s Westcott House
- Springfield Museum of Art
- Clark County Historical Society and Museum
- Pennsylvania House
- Gammon House
