Big Island, Ohio facts for kids

Big Island is a small, quiet place in Marion County, Ohio. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.

Students living in Big Island go to schools in the Ridgedale Local School District.

History

Big Island has a history that goes back many years. In 1829, a post office was opened there. This was an important place where people could send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for a long time, closing its doors in 1870.

The community of Big Island got its name from Big Island Township, the larger area it is part of. Besides the post office, early Big Island also had a hotel. This was a place where travelers could stay. There were also several shops where people could buy what they needed.