Avery, Ohio facts for kids
Avery is a small, unincorporated community located in western Erie County, Ohio, United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Avery is part of the larger Sandusky area. You can find Avery along US Route 250, close to where it meets major highways like Interstate 80 and Interstate 90, also known as the Ohio Turnpike. While Avery once had its own post office, mail for the community now goes through Milan, Ohio.
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History of Avery, Ohio
The area known today as Avery was once a small village called Spears Corners. The name "Avery" comes from "Avery Township," which was the first name for Milan Township in Erie County.
Early Settlements and Names
It's easy to confuse the current Avery with an older settlement. The very first county seat of Huron County was also called "town plat of Huron." This early settlement existed from about 1815 to 1821. It was located almost due east of today's Avery, but on the other side of the Huron River. People often get them mixed up because the word 'town' used to mean 'township,' and 'town plat' meant 'village.'
Avery's Railroad Connection
The name "Avery" became official for this community in 1882. That's when the New York, Chicago and St. Louis Railroad built a passenger depot here. This depot was located where the railroad crossed the main road between Norwalk and Sandusky, which later became U.S. Route 250.
In 1893, Avery became a stop for the Sandusky, Milan and Norwalk electric railroad. This was an "interurban" line, which was like a streetcar system that connected different towns. Later, this line became part of the larger Lake Shore Electric Railway system, making it easier for people to travel to and from Avery.
Notable Person from Avery
- Charles A. Hawley (1861-1929), a well-known dentist.
