Homer, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Homer, Ohio
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Unincorporated community
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Dixon Mound, built by the Adena culture, on the community's western side
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Location in Licking County
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 Homer, Ohio
Location in Ohio
Homer, Ohio
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Licking |
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43027
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| GNIS feature ID | 1064854 |
Homer is a small community in Ohio. It's not a city or a town with its own government. Instead, it's an "unincorporated community" in Licking County. This means it's part of a larger area called Burlington Township. You can find Homer along State Route 661, located between the towns of Granville and Mount Vernon.
About Homer, Ohio
Homer is located in the northern part of Burlington Township. It's a quiet place in the state of Ohio, in the United States. The community is known for its connection to history and some famous people.
A Look at Homer's Past
Homer was first planned out in 1816. This means people started to organize and build the community around that time. The name "Homer" comes from an ancient Greek poet who wrote famous stories. A post office has been open in Homer since 1831, helping people send and receive mail for a very long time.
Famous People from Homer
Homer is the birthplace of two very important women who made a big difference in history:
- Tennessee Claflin (born 1844): She was a "suffragist," which means she worked hard to get women the right to vote. She also made history as the first woman to open a "brokerage firm" on Wall Street. A brokerage firm helps people buy and sell stocks and other investments.
- Victoria Woodhull (born 1838): She was also a suffragist. Even more, she was the first woman to run for President of the United States! This was a huge step for women in politics.
