Houcktown, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Houcktown
North Liberty
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 Houcktown
Location in Ohio
Houcktown
Location in the United States
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| Country |  USA |
| State |  Ohio |
| County | Hancock County |
| Founded by | Jacob F. Houck |
Houcktown is a small place in Hancock County, in the state of Ohio, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
History of Houcktown
How Houcktown Started
Houcktown was first called North Liberty. In 1853, a person named Jacob F. Houck created a plan for the area. This plan, called a "plat," showed how the land would be divided. It included streets and lots for buildings.
The Post Office
A post office was opened in Houcktown in 1862. It helped people send and receive mail. The post office stayed open for many years. It finally closed down in 1903.
A Famous Resident
Houcktown is famous for being the birthplace of a well-known baseball player named Dummy Hoy. He was a very important player in baseball history. On April 5, 2022, a special sign was put up in Houcktown. This sign is a historic marker that honors Dummy Hoy and his connection to the community.
