Millport, Pickaway County, Ohio facts for kids

Millport was once a small, unincorporated community located in Pickaway County, Ohio, in the U.S. state of Ohio. It was situated between the towns of Ashville, Ohio and South Bloomfield, Ohio, right along Ohio State Route 316. By 2019, Millport had grown to about 50 homes and officially became part of the Village of South Bloomfield.

A Glimpse into Millport's Past

Millport was officially established and mapped out in 1837. It was an important place because it had a busy mill that helped process goods. The community also served as a shipping port on the historic Ohio and Erie Canal. This canal was like an old highway made of water, allowing boats to transport goods and people across the state. Being a port meant Millport was a hub for trade and travel in its early days.