Genoa Ohio DETAILS & HIGHLIGHTS

■ Historic village with roots in the Great Black Swamp.

■ Renowned for its limestone heritage and railroad legacy.

■ Home to Ohio's oldest free-standing municipal building.

Genoa Review Genoa, Ohio, is a community steeped in history, originally settled as Stony Ridge before becoming a vital railroad stop and renaming itself Genoa in 1856. Its location in the Great Black Swamp shaped its early development and gave rise to a unique identity in Ottawa County.



The village is famous for its limestone quarries, which supplied 'Genoa White Lime' throughout the region, and for its historic Town Hall and Opera House, a hub of civic and cultural life since the 1880s. Today, Genoa remains a proud example of small-town America, preserving its heritage while welcoming new residents and visitors.


Genoa, Ohio is located in Ottawa County. Follow the link below for the most up to date information for Genoa, Ohio.