Coal Hill, Ohio facts for kids

Coal Hill was once a small community in Muskingum County, in the U.S. state of Ohio. It is now considered an "extinct town," meaning it no longer has people living there or active buildings. The Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) officially lists it as a historical populated place.

History of Coal Hill

Coal Hill had a short but interesting history. A post office was opened in the community in 1874. This post office helped people send and receive mail, connecting the small town to the outside world. Besides the post office, Coal Hill also had a country store. This store likely sold everyday items and was a central meeting spot for the local residents. The post office operated for about 21 years, closing its doors in 1895. After the post office closed, the community eventually faded away, becoming the extinct town it is today.