Moreland, Ohio facts for kids

Moreland is a small place in Wayne County, Ohio. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's not an official city or town with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

The History of Moreland

How Moreland Began

Moreland was officially planned and marked out in 1829. This process is called "platting." It means someone drew up a map for how the community would be laid out.

Where the Name Came From

Over time, Moreland has been known by a few different names. These include Moorefield, Mooreland, Moorland, and Morland. The community got its name from George Morr. He was the first person to own the land where Moreland was built.

The Old Post Office

A post office was opened in Moreland in 1831. It was called "Moorland." This post office helped people send and receive letters and packages. It stayed open for many years, but it finally closed in 1902.