Harrisburg, Stark County, Ohio facts for kids

Harrisburg is a small community located in Stark County, Ohio, in the U.S. state of Ohio. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's also a census-designated place, which is an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes.

History of Harrisburg

Harrisburg was officially established in 1827. It was named after Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, a larger city in a neighboring state. For a while, it was also known by another name, Barryville.

Barryville Post Office

A post office was opened in Barryville in 1830. This post office served the community for many years, helping people send and receive mail. It remained in operation until 1906, when it eventually closed.