Neptune, Ohio facts for kids

Neptune is a small place in Ohio, a state in the United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Neptune is located in Mercer County, specifically in Center Township.

A Look Back: Neptune's History

Neptune was first planned and settled in the year 1837. A few years later, in 1839, a post office was opened in Neptune. This post office helped people send and receive letters and packages. It stayed open for many years, serving the community until 1905.

Famous People from Neptune

• Lemuel Herbert Murlin was a notable person born near Neptune in 1861. He grew up to become the president of Boston University. This is a very well-known university in the city of Boston.