Settled by Ephraim Wilcox, Charles Sweet, William Welling, John Clifford, and Joseph Wilson in 1818, the township was organized in 1821. Its original name was Charlemont, which was unacceptable to many settlers, so it was changed to Wellington. The village was incorporated in 1855. Wellington, Ohio is in Lorain County, west of Penfield and north of Huntington.
Recommended Resources
The CBC was organized in 1835. A history of the Wellington, Ohio church is put forward, along with a purpose statement, bulletin, prayer guide, sermon podcasts, service times, and directions to the church.
http://www.camdenbaptist.com/
The leadership and ministries of the UMC congregation in Wellington, Ohio are featured, along with a history and profile of the church, a worship schedule, calendar, and outline of Methodist tradition.
http://www.wellingtonfumc.org/
Located on Willard Memorial Square, the Wellington, Ohio public library is featured, including its address, hours of operation, and a calendar of programs, classes and events. Information about the Friends of the Herrick Memorial Library is included.
http://www.wellington.lib.oh.us/
Located on the second floor of an 1800s-era downtown storefront in Wellington, Ohio, the loft-style apartment offers a living room, kitchen, three bedrooms, and a rustic back room. Its history, an overview of the accommodations, availability information, and a map shows the location of the facility.
http://www.sprenghaus.com/
Highlights of the history and culture of Wellington, Ohio are offered, along with a community calendar, village profile, and guide to local businesses, points of interest, and activities.
http://www.wellingtonohio.net/
Locally owned and operated, the supermarket is located on North Main Street in Wellington, Ohio. Driving directions, store hours and contacts are featured, along with coupons, promotions, recipes, and information on the brands and products carried by the store.
http://www.wellingtonvillagemarket.com/
Situated in downtown Wellington, Ohio, the bed and breakfast guest accommodations are featured, including amenities, rates, specials, testimonies, and contacts. A guide to local activities is included.
http://www.wellingtoncountryinn.com/
Wellington Exempted Village Schools
Operating a K-3rd grade school, a 4-8th grade school, and a 9-12th grade high school, the public school administrative district is located in Wellington, Ohio. Each of its campuses are highlighted, and a district calendar, office hours, and curriculum information are featured.
http://www.wellington.k12.oh.us/
The first meeting of the Wellington, Ohio order of the Free & Accepted Masons was in 1844. A lodge history is featured, and its officers, past masters, and honored members are highlighted, along with photographs, a calendar of meeting and events, and a newsletter.
http://www.wellington127.org/
The WPD is the chief law enforcement agency for the municipality of Wellington, Ohio. Non-emergency contacts, as well as its community and youth programs, safety tips, and other resources are presented.
http://www.wellingtonpd.com/
One of eighteen townships in Lorain County, Wellington Township is headquartered in the Village of Wellington, Ohio. The official township site offers contacts for elected and appointed officials, meeting agendas and minutes, as well as a township map and other resources.
http://www.wellingtontownship.com/
The village is located in Lorain County, fifty miles southwest of Cleveland. The official village site features an overview of the local governmental structure and contacts for its administrative personnel and elected officials. Also included is a calendar of events.
http://www.villageofwellington.com/
