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Delaware County is the geographical center of Ohio

Delaware County was formed in 1808 from land taken from Franklin County. The settlement of Delaware was established as the county seat.  Over the years Delaware County has produced numerous political figures, the most prominent  being Rutherford B Hayes, 19th President of the United States. With its many reservoirs and dams Delaware  County has become the primary water recreation area in central Ohio. Delaware County is also the fastest growing county in Ohio. 

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Visit the Delaware County Historical Society Museum 

and the DCHS-DCGS Research Library at: 

 

157 East William Street

Delaware, Ohio  43015

Phone 740.369.3831

email  dchsdcgs@midohio.net 

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