New Bedford, Ohio facts for kids

New Bedford is a small, quiet place in Coshocton County, Ohio, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community," which means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

A Look Back: New Bedford's History

New Bedford started small, around 1825. Back then, it was just a few simple cabins and one tavern, which was a place where people could eat, drink, and stay. The community was "laid out" in 1825, meaning someone planned where the streets and buildings would go.

The name "New Bedford" comes from Bedford County, Pennsylvania. This was the original home of one of the very first settlers who came to this area. It's like naming a new pet after your old one!

A post office opened in New Bedford in 1828. This was a very important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. It served the community for many years, but it finally closed its doors in 1955. This often happens in smaller communities as they change over time.