Mount Vernon, Ohio: Home of the Historic Woodward Opera House

Mount Vernon is a city in Ohio, United States, serving as the seat of Knox County. Situated on the banks of the Kokosing River, it is located 48 miles northeast of Columbus. The city was settled at the beginning of the 19th century and named after the former residence of George Washington.

Education in Mount Vernon
The city is home to Mount Vernon Nazarene University, providing higher education opportunities for local and regional students.

Transportation in Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon is served by U.S. Route 36 as well as State Routes 13 and 229, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

Historic Sites and Landmarks
- Mount Vernon is home to the Woodward Opera House, known as the oldest authentic 19th-century theater in the United States. The theater is located in Mount Vernon’s Central Business District at 107 S Main Street (latitude 40.3924132, longitude -82.4858783). It has been a contributing property within the Downtown Mount Vernon Historic District since February 3, 2012, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on October 10, 1975.

- The Knox County Historical Society, located at 875 Harcourt Road (latitude 40.3792813, longitude -82.5088023), serves as a museum showcasing exhibits on Knox County’s history.

Parks and Recreation
Local attractions include Hiawatha Park, the Heart of Ohio Trail, the Kokosing Gap Trail, the Irish Hills Golf Club, and Wolf Run Regional Park, offering outdoor activities and recreational opportunities for locals and tourists.