Introduction to Norwalk, Ohio
Norwalk, Ohio, in Huron county, is 26 miles SW of Lorain, Ohio (center to center) and 51 miles W of Cleveland, Ohio.
Norwalk History
Earlier Norwalk was known as Firelands. Later on, the area was named after Norwalk, Connecticut, where most of its early settlers originated from. The area was first settled in July 1817 by Platt Benedict of Danbury, Connecticut. Benedict was the first mayor of Norwalk. The area became the county seat in May 1818. Norwalk was formally incorporated as a city on April 12, 1881.
Norwalk and Nearby Attractions
- Firelands Museum
- Edison Birthplace Museum
- Vermilion River Reservation
- Milan Historical Museum
- Cedar Point Amusement Park
- Castaway Bay Waterpark
Things To Do In Norwalk
You can visit the Firelands Historical Society Museum during your leisure time. Norwalk offers a number of parks and playgrounds such as Memorial Lake Park, Whitney Park, Wayne Athletic Field and McGuan Park. You can also spend a fun day at the Ernsthausen Community Complex which has a 25 yard competitive pool, 150 yard spiral water slide, 86 degree therapy pool and several other facilities.
Norwalk Transportation
The nearest airport is Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport.
Norwalk Higher Education
Opportunities for higher studies are provided by Oberlin College, Lorain County Community College and Ashland University.
