Folsom, Ohio facts for kids

Folsom is a small place in Highland County, Ohio, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community," which means it's a small area that doesn't have its own local government like a city or a village does. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

History of Folsom: How it Started

Folsom has a short but interesting history. A post office, which is where people send and receive mail, was opened in Folsom in the year 1886. This post office helped the community connect with other places. It stayed open for many years, finally closing down in 1905.

Who Was Folsom Named After?

The community of Folsom was named to honor a very special person: Frances Folsom Cleveland. She was a famous woman in American history. Frances Folsom Cleveland was the First Lady of the United States. This means she was the wife of the President of the United States at that time. Her husband was President Grover Cleveland. She served as First Lady from 1886 to 1889. Naming the community after her was a way to show respect and remember her.