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Historic Medina Walking Tour
Take a self-guided walking tour starting at the Gazebo!
<p>Follow along with us and learn about the history of Medina through existing landmarks that tell the story of how we got here today.</p>
Uptown Park Gazebo
The Gazebo was dedicated in 1975 and is an exact replica of the 1879 bandstand in Bellville, Ohio. Chosen for its appropriate size and style, the bandstand was entirely funded by the Letha E. House Foundation. The Gazebo quickly became the venue for Medina's summer evening band concerts - a tradition dating back to 1859), seasonal community events, weddings and more!

The Gazebo was dedicated in 1975 and is an exact replica of the 1879 bandstand in Bellville, Ohio. Chosen for its appropriate size and style, the bandstand was entirely funded by the Letha E. House Foundation. The Gazebo quickly became the venue for Medina's summer evening band concerts - a tradition dating back to 1859), seasonal community events, weddings and more!

Medina County Courthouse
Dating back to 1841, the original courthouse building was a rectangular Greek Revival style, two-stories high with a cupola topped by a gilded ball. In 1873, the building was transformed into the French Second Empire style you see today topped by a large bell tower. The building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013.

Dating back to 1841, the original courthouse building was a rectangular Greek Revival style, two-stories high with a cupola topped by a gilded ball. In 1873, the building was transformed into the French Second Empire style you see today topped by a large bell tower. The building was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2013.

Medina County Courthouse Annex
This "newer" Federal Revival-style courthouse built in 1969 was added by the Ohio Legislature to create a second Common Pleas Court in Medina County. County Commissioners bought the land from the Strong family and the Eagles Club for the expansion.

This "newer" Federal Revival-style courthouse built in 1969 was added by the Ohio Legislature to create a second Common Pleas Court in Medina County. County Commissioners bought the land from the Strong family and the Eagles Club for the expansion.

The Sturgis House

Once a physician's home and office, this building was purchased and restored by the Fiest Federal Savings & Loan in 1971. It's a fine example of Italianate architecture popular in the 19th Century. It is now home to the Medina County Sheriff's office and other public officials.

Medina County District Library
We're the 7-branch Medina County District Library system including Medina, Highland, Buckeye, Brunswick, Seville, Lodi and our Bookmobile/Outreach services.

The original section of the Medina Library was funded in 1907 by Franklin Sylvester, a cattle rancher from Granger on the site of King family home which was move to Broadway and Union Streets in 1905. Major expansions were undertaken in 1975 and 2006.

Medina County Prosecutor

A later addition to Public Square, Courthouse Commons was built in 1981 as a Victorian style replica boasting ornamental brackets and a mansard roof. It now houses the County Prosecutors office.

Medina Town Hall and Engine House Museum
Come celebrate the history of Medina, Ohio, and it's fascinating rise from the ashes--twice!--to become America's Hometown and county seat.

Despite two devastating fires, the Village of Medina did not create an organized fire department until a third fire destroyed three buildings in 1877. One year later, the Medina Town Hall and Engine House was dedicated. Today, the first floor serves as a museum of community history.

Spitzer House Bed and Breakfast
The Spitzer House, built in 1890 is an Award Winning Boutique Hotel / Bed and Breakfast, located in downtown Medina Ohio. All guest rooms in the Inn offer private baths and are well appointed for a weekend get-away or business travel, with free wi-fi, flat screen TV’s and 24/7 coffee bar. Our corporate rates include free cancellation during the week. We offer five cozy guestrooms, a beautiful dining room and relaxing parlor. For the convenience of our EV guest we offer 2 80A Tesla, and one 48A Universal charging stations.
The Spitzer House, built in 1890 is an Award Winning Boutique Hotel / Bed and Breakfast, located in downtown Medina Ohio. All guest rooms in the Inn offer private baths and are well appointed for a weekend get-away or business travel, with free wi-fi, flat screen TV’s and 24/7 coffee bar. Our corporate rates include free cancellation during the week. We offer five cozy guestrooms, a beautiful dining room and relaxing parlor. For the convenience of our EV guest we offer 2 80A Tesla, and one 48A Universal charging stations.
United Church of Christ
We like to say we do 3 things well: welcome, love and serve. Persons from many diverse faith traditions have found a spiritual home in our congregation and have been empowered to serve in our community and the world. They enjoy a caring and supportive family of faith as we discover and grow in the good news of God in Jesus Christ. We invite all persons to join with us in this journey of joy and grace. The congregation makes the decisions that govern our church as well as preach, teach, sing, care, plan and serve in numerous ways. Whether you’ve been attending church for years or haven’t stepped into a sanctuary in decades, we hope you’ll come and join us Sunday if you’re looking for a church.
We like to say we do 3 things well: welcome, love and serve. Persons from many diverse faith traditions have found a spiritual home in our congregation and have been empowered to serve in our community and the world. They enjoy a caring and supportive family of faith as we discover and grow in the good news of God in Jesus Christ. We invite all persons to join with us in this journey of joy and grace. The congregation makes the decisions that govern our church as well as preach, teach, sing, care, plan and serve in numerous ways. Whether you’ve been attending church for years or haven’t stepped into a sanctuary in decades, we hope you’ll come and join us Sunday if you’re looking for a church.